caitlin
betsy
bell mint cherries I’m an illustrator and surface pattern designer passionate about creating beautiful, colorful, and playful work. After earning my BFA in fibers from the Savannah College of Art & Design, I now create from my cozy craft room in Vermont. I offer freelance illustration and design services, with work spanning kids’ products, party goods, puzzles, cards, home decor, and more.
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rainbow
rainbow leopard A lifelong artist at heart, I found my passion for digital art in 2017 through YouTube tutorials. In 2020, I left my office job to pursue art full-time, diving into textile design with purpose and joy. Creating has helped me through mental illness, and now I aim to spread that brightness to others through my work—living kind, living bright, and making art that uplifts.
marigold Our 2026 Marigold cover is pure joy in planner form—a warm, sunshine-yellow burst of optimism designed to brighten even the busiest school weeks. Like a fresh start every morning, it brings energy, clarity, and a sense of calm confidence to your desk. Whether you're mapping out lessons, juggling meetings, or capturing little moments of progress, this bold and cheerful cover is a daily reminder that teaching is filled with light. It's more than a planner—it’s your bright spot in the chaos. learn more lemon
ribbon
studio
tangerine flowers At Lemon Ribbon Studio, we craft playful, on-trend designs loved by kids, adults, and retailers alike. Based in London, our small but mighty team creates prints and patterns seen on products worldwide. Since 2009, we’ve grown into a leading design studio, proudly partnering with top brands and trend forecasters—spreading creativity with heart and imagination.
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studio make it count Danielle Molyneux is a type twisting artist, designer and the person at Dotto. She's obsessed with words and their power to change, challenge and inspire. Her quest is to bring words to vibrant life, playfully challenging perceptions and celebrating ideas. Making words to live by. learn more rowena
martinich paradise island Rowena Martinich is an abstract expressionist known for her bold, radiant explorations of colour. Her vibrant murals and public installations appear globally—from glass façades to cityscapes—and have attracted major clients like Nike, Facebook, and NGV. Whether transforming regional towns or private spaces, Martinich brings immersive, joyful energy to every surface she touches.
learn more lilac Our 2026 Lilac cover is soft, calming, and quietly confident—the perfect match for the thoughtful, organised teacher. With its gentle purple tones, it brings a sense of balance to your day, inviting clarity and calm even when the to-do list is long. Whether you're planning lessons or reflecting on the week, Lilac creates space for intention and focus. It’s not just beautiful—it’s the kind of calm presence every busy teacher deserves on their desk. learn more lordy
dordie petal party I’m Georgie Forbes, aka Lordy Dordie—a Brisbane-based artist and surface pattern designer with over 25 years of experience. I’ve always known art would shape my life, and today I create bold, joyful designs full of colour, pattern, and positivity. My work has featured across fashion, homewares, and stationery, with highlights including Gorman, Annabel Trends, and American Greetings.
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smith-
roberts hearts Tess Smith-Roberts is an Illustrator based in London. She approaches her work with humour, bold shapes, and a playful use of colour. Classic still life paintings, bad dates, and food (especially fruit!), are the main inspirations for her work. This weekend Tess will be showing a range of artworks inspired by her favourite thing to draw - fruit.
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sanders Coastal Connections Holly Sanders is a proud Bundjalung woman and artist living on Yuin and Dharawal Country. Through contemporary art, she shares her stories, culture, and deep connection to land, sky, and water. Inspired by Country’s patterns and seasons, Holly’s work honours her ancestors and the enduring traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—the world’s oldest living culture.
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