Winter in South Carolina is, well, dreary. Lately I've been missing bright and colorful Southern California, so I designed this colorful cactus pattern wallpaper to cheer myself up. To download free desktop wallpaper, click on the black "download" button above and the image will open in a new window. Drag the image to your desktop. Open Desktop Screensaver (in system preferences) and add the image. Enjoy! Original artwork and desktop wallpaper pattern designed by Erika Firm. Just a reminder: commercial distribution or sale is not permitted. Continue reading

Tribal patterns are classics. Ikat, Kilim & Kantha are just a few of my favorites. Though they've been around for centuries, lately I've noticed modern takes on tribal patterns popping up on everything from home décor to dog collars. Aztec pattern inspired socks and teepee kids stationery?!? Yes, please. Inspired by Revel & Co. founder Melissa Bilyeu's world travels (and her covetable collection of Kilim rugs), we designed the Tribal Collection of gift wrap and party goodies for the launch collection of her line. It will be shipping to stores worldwide soon! Meanwhile you can pick up some fun arrow balloons and feather straws for your next party in the online shop. SOURCES | 1. Modern Kilim Rug | 2. Kilim Boho Bag | 3. Vintage Kantha Quilt | 4. Tribal Pattern Socks | 5. Turquoise Ikat Table Runner | 6. Tribal Pattern Tank Top | 7. Kilim Gift Wrap and TeePee Gift Wrap | 8. Kids Play TeePee | 9. Kids Wigwam Stationery | 10. Navy TeePee Pattern Fabric | 11. Kilim Dog Collar | 13. Feather, Arrow and TeePee Balloons | Revel & Co. Tribal Collection of gift wrap, cocktail napkins, paper straws, confetti and balloons Continue reading

A sneak peek, pulled from my sketchbook: watercolor polka dots and thick lines inspired by the ever present bar code. Working on turning them into repeat patterns for fabric. Continue reading

CAT | Pattern #0032 by Erika Firm This whimsical repeating cat head pattern was inspired the furry feline members of my family: Ajax and Sterling Cooper. Continue reading

ALPHABETTER | Pattern #0031 by Erika Firm This whimsical repeating ABC pattern was inspired by my family's love of reading. I think the alphabet pattern would make darling bedding for a kids room. Continue reading

ANCHORS AWEIGH | Pattern #0030 by Erika Firm This whimsical repeating pattern was inspired by a visit to the marina with my little one. I think the anchor pattern would make darling bedding for a kids room. Continue reading

MOD DALMATION | Pattern #0029 by Erika Firm This chic repeating pattern was inspired by the TWA terminal at JFK. Every time I head to the Javits Center I drive by the terminal and imagine the dynamite outfits travelers used to wear. The Mod Dalmation pattern is available for purchase as fabric on Minted. Continue reading

STEMS | Pattern #0028 by Erika Firm This botanical repeating pattern was crunchy sticks and nature walks with my little one. Continue reading

SOFIA | Pattern #0027 by Erika Firm This darling repeating floral pattern was inspired by peaches and cream ice cream and the pink tile bathroom at my grandma's house. Continue reading