INSPIRATION, INSIGHT & TREND FOR THE DESIGN ENTHUSIAST.
 

Insights for inspired designers, delivered quarterly

The Textile Eye is a quarterly trend and product report that helps companies and designers create tomorrow’s best sellers. Each report is a remedy for creative burnout, based on extensive research, point-of-view curation, and presented in a stunning format.

 
 

A peek inside…

Editor in Chief Saana Baker walks through Report 10 Staying Power: Iconic American Designs of Today and Tomorrow

Each report includes

  • Curated trend/theme directions

  • Analysis of current looks & qualities

  • Color report, including swatches with hex codes

  • Special interviews & articles on design professionals

  • Museum exhibitions

 
 

The value of The Textile Eye

Each quarterly report contains 180+ pages of ad- and- influence free content, curated to spark creativity. Plus, each subscription includes access to our full archive of past reports.

“The Textile Eye is the most valuable trend and color service I have ever used. While some services provide esoteric predictions about what might be coming next, Saana and her team offer valuable insights about current trends. I appreciate the breadth of their global coverage and the beautiful photography. The color stories are useable and can be applied in both home textiles and apparel. Lastly, I appreciate the affordable price relative to the rich and knowledgeable reporting. I highly recommend this service!”
— Kirsten Sedestrom, Textile Design Consultant
“The value of the quarterly subscription is beyond worth it for the breadth of info, the scope of coverage, and the exceptional curation of the photos and stories! Well worth the investment!”
— Kathryn Richardson, VP of Sales, Libeco Linens
“With a wealth of knowledge and a critical eye for color and pattern, Saana is a leader in the field of textile design. I appreciate the breakdown by show, theme, quality and color.”
— Sophie Clarke, Director of Design, Home Textiles at Kelly Wearstler
 
 

A powerful archive

Get immediate access to years of back issues, plus subscriber-exclusive bonus reports and resources.

 
 

“As a consultant, I help designers access their creative vision to manifest textile collections. This is a deeply inspiring process.

I launched The Textile Eye to offer the same creative support to a broader audience: textile and interior designers who believe that seeing the best in design from around the world helps them do their best work.”

— Saana Baker, Editor in Chief

 
 

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What our subscribers are saying

“The Textile Eye is beyond a high-end trend forecast. Every report is a published work of art in itself. Graphically the typography, layout and digital format are a pleasure for the user to read. But most importantly the photography and breadth of inspiration encompassing unique art, textiles, furniture, lighting and accessories is unmatched in the home furnishing industry. The geographical and historic points of reference for the inspiration are backed with knowledge and accuracy. I highly recommend to any designer subscribing to The Textile Eye report.”
— Stephanie Craft, Pattern & Surface Designer
“I turn to The Textile Eye for an authoritative review of the newest pattern, color, material and technique trends across the textile trade show landscape. Based on Saana’s discerning eye and deep textile roots, I know I’m always getting the most compelling and relevant textile trend information. But what I enjoy most is the imagery; the photographs are a celebration of color and craftsmanship. Simply put, they remind me of why I love textiles!”
— Alexis Audette, Creative Director & CEO at Mazy Path
“I LOVE The Textile Eye! Saana really has her finger on the pulse of what is happening in world of design and presents it in a very clear, informative, and inspiring manner. I especially like her profiles of brands and makers - so inspiring! As well as her reviews of art exhibits. Makes me feel like I saw the exhibit myself, in person. The Textile Eye is a super inspiring resource for all designers.”
— Katie Matushak, Textile Designer & Buyer
 
 

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"While innovation and audacity may be keywords to our⁠ collections, our traditional savoir faire remains at the heart of⁠ Métaphores’ approach." Emilie Paralitici, Creative Director⁠ ⁠ Three years ago Emilie joined Métap
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Happy Birthday to powerhouse textile designer Jack Lenor Larsen! Born in Seattle, Larsen studied architecture and furniture design before discovering his affinity for weaving. He earned his MFA from @cranbrook_art in the early 1950’s and opened
 

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