Surface Pattern Design by Sue Gibbins

I create illustrations and patterns for books, fabrics, wallpaper, and home décor, crafted into beautiful products by print partners, independent makers, interior designers, and art licensing clients. Get in touch to discuss how we can work together.

  • Love To Grow potted plants fabric and matching cotton in teal green.

    Discover unique, whimsical patterned fabrics designed for joyful creativity.

    Fun Patterned Fabric
  • Living room with green and cream organic patterned wallpaper, cream soft and colourful cushions.

    Explore versatile designs crafted for bespoke interiors and textile applications.

    Wallpaper, Fabric & Home Décor
  • A photo of a wooden dining table from above. On the table are various ceramic objects including plates. The top plate is adorned with a daisy pattern design.

    License original surface pattern designs for products and home collections.

    Art Licensing
  • Sardine fish colouring page and pencils.

    Enjoy beautifully illustrated colouring books and printable pages for relaxation.

    Colouring Books & Pages
  • A mock-up template of 6 papers on a rack. The left of the template shows the blank version and the right side shows simple coastal pattern designs applied.

    Find practical templates and creative resources to support your design workflow.

    Templates & Resources
  • Partial view of an iPad screen with a designer choosing a brush and working on an olive branch illustration.

    Learn creative surface pattern design skills with inspiring online classes.

    Classes

About Sue

Tucked away in the English countryside, I’m endlessly inspired by the world around me, from curious creatures to tiny botanical details. I love transforming the wonder of nature and everyday moments into whimsical illustrations and patterns that spark joy. Rocket & Indigo, my design studio, is where you can explore collections, license designs, and discover creative resources.

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From colouring book to calendar, my Dove design takes flight for 2026 🕊️✨ This sweet birdie in a bougainvillea tree began as a drawing for my Mediterranean Colouring Book, and now she’s found new wings on a tea towel calendar for 2026. Availa
✨ Dreamy tapestry-style garden ✨
A Victorian palm house, swans gliding across a waterlily lake, white peacocks beneath the willow, and an orchard inspired by my own apple tree that’s fruiting right now 🍎 To bring this whimsical scene into you
✨ From linocut to Spoonflower!
 Back in 2017, I started experimenting with linocut printing and created this little sand dollar stamp. I hand-printed it onto fabric just for my own sewing project, but it’s been tucked away… until now (8
Sketching here feels like bottling sunshine and petals 🌼🌸 Most days I’m drawing quietly behind the scenes, but this beautiful place made me want to pop into the frame and say hello! I was actually on my way back from swimming when I spotted t