Book excerpt: Royalty-Free Patterns Included on DVD for Your Use! Take one tablespoon of Jackson Pollack, mix in two cups of M.C. Escher, sprinkle in a pinch of William Morris, and you'll get Drip Dot Swirl. An exceptional resource for creatives who love pattern, but can't devote hundreds of hours to developing swatches, Drip Dot Swirl is an amazing library that contains 94 original vector patterns. Styles range from intricate knotwork to subtle florals to retro wallpaper to alien-inspired mazes. The patterns are equally useful for personal or professional projects. This eye-popping book and DVD feature handcrafted vector patterns which tile seamlessly. With examples from ten artists, you'll see how top designers and illustrators use the patterns in various projects. The DVD contains all 94 source files in vector EPS format (with three color options per pattern), swatch libraries and PDF tutorials on how to use the files. Both beginners and advanced design professionals will be able to jump right in. Drip Dot Swirl explodes with unique illustrative patterns. The diverse selection to choose from will help jump-start your imagination. It's a resource that can be used again and again, for brochures, scrapbooks, illustrations, website backgrounds, textiles, crafting, altered art and more. Designers and illustrators who want to wield the power of pattern will keep this book handy.