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All Signs Point to Vegas: A Vintage Illustration Pattern
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 12/22/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 12/22/25

All Signs Point to Vegas: A Vintage Illustration Pattern

An illustrated pattern inspired by vintage Las Vegas signage—celebrating bold typography, visual confidence, and mid-century spectacle.

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Bavaria-ish: An Illustrated Stroll Through Frankenmuth
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 12/17/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 12/17/25

Bavaria-ish: An Illustrated Stroll Through Frankenmuth

An illustrated look at Frankenmuth, the charming Bavarian-style Michigan town known for its covered bridge, chicken dinners, gnomes, pretzels, and the world’s largest Christmas store.

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A Retro-Modern Take on Custom Venue Illustrations
illustration Kim Coles 12/3/25 illustration Kim Coles 12/3/25

A Retro-Modern Take on Custom Venue Illustrations

A Mid-Century inspired style for custom venue illustrations—soft lines, muted tones, and warm retro charm made for weddings, vacation rentals, and boutique properties.

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Merry Clarkmas: An Illustrated Tribute to a Holiday Classic
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 12/1/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 12/1/25

Merry Clarkmas: An Illustrated Tribute to a Holiday Classic

An illustrated series celebrating the most iconic scenes, characters, and chaotic holiday moments from Christmas Vacation movie.

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Dreaming in Patterns: A Savannah Story
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/25/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/25/25

Dreaming in Patterns: A Savannah Story

A hand-drawn love letter to Savannah — from Tybee Light to hot boiled peanuts, wrapped in vintage charm and Southern wit.

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Illustrating the Mississippi Gulf Coast: Landmarks, Color, and Coastal Charm
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/24/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/24/25

Illustrating the Mississippi Gulf Coast: Landmarks, Color, and Coastal Charm

A watercolor celebration of the Mississippi Gulf Coast — from Biloxi’s lighthouses and casinos to Sharkheads, Ship Island, and all the coastal charm in between.

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Illustrated Love Letter to Indianapolis
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/22/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/22/25

Illustrated Love Letter to Indianapolis

A hand-drawn love letter to Indianapolis — where tenderloins are bigger than your head, the clocks run on nostalgia, and every line tells a story.

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Meet the Agency Dogs: A Fun Illustration + Animation Series
illustration, animation Kim Coles 11/21/25 illustration, animation Kim Coles 11/21/25

Meet the Agency Dogs: A Fun Illustration + Animation Series

A character-driven illustration + animation series turning agency dogs into full-fledged coworkers — complete with Zoom meetings, snack breaks, and brand opinions.

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Trying On New Styles: One Landmark, Six Ways
illustration Kim Coles 11/18/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/18/25

Trying On New Styles: One Landmark, Six Ways

One landmark, six illustration styles — a creative experiment exploring how mood, technique, and storytelling shift with every artistic approach.

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Neon Nights & Empty Pockets: Illustrated Scenes from a Not-So-Lucky Strip
illustration Kim Coles 11/14/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/14/25

Neon Nights & Empty Pockets: Illustrated Scenes from a Not-So-Lucky Strip

Vintage, noir-style casino illustrations filled with neon glow, grit, and stories hiding in every corner.

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Work-for-Hire vs. Licensing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)
illustration Kim Coles 11/4/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/4/25

Work-for-Hire vs. Licensing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)

Work-for-hire or licensing? Here’s what those terms really mean — and why licensing custom illustration often gives brands more flexibility, story, and long-term value.

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Custom MagSafe Wallets: Tiny Canvas with Big Energy
illustration Kim Coles 10/24/25 illustration Kim Coles 10/24/25

Custom MagSafe Wallets: Tiny Canvas with Big Energy

A tiny canvas with big energy — my latest custom MagSafe wallet brings back the golden age of Americana, one illustrated icon (and maybe a wink from Vic and Vicky) at a time.

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Indiana Cryptids: Monsters, Myths, and a Map That Started It All
illustration Kim Coles 10/16/25 illustration Kim Coles 10/16/25

Indiana Cryptids: Monsters, Myths, and a Map That Started It All

Hoosier folklore gets a design twist — from backroad beasts to mythical mermaids, these hand-drawn cryptids bring Indiana’s legends to life.

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A Little Paper, A Lot of Hospitality
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/29/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/29/25

A Little Paper, A Lot of Hospitality

A hand-drawn love letter to Savannah — from Tybee Light to hot boiled peanuts, wrapped in vintage charm and Southern wit.

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From Stays to Souvenirs: Custom Illustrations for Vacation Rentals & Destination Venues
illustration Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration Kim Coles 8/20/25

From Stays to Souvenirs: Custom Illustrations for Vacation Rentals & Destination Venues

From cozy cottages to destination venues — one-of-a-kind custom illustrations that make a property unforgettable.

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Coast to Coast: A Modern Take on Classic Toile
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25

Coast to Coast: A Modern Take on Classic Toile

From the Golden Gate to Lady Liberty, our Coast to Coast pattern brings a playful toile twist to America’s icons.

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La Dolce Vita in Repeat: Designing a Pattern That Feels Like Italy
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25

La Dolce Vita in Repeat: Designing a Pattern That Feels Like Italy

A hand-drawn pattern inspired by la dolce vita, blending Italian citrus, café culture, and timeless tile-inspired colors into a fresh modern toile-inspired design.

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Pattern Design That Pops: From Sketchbook to Shop Shelf
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 3/11/19 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 3/11/19

Pattern Design That Pops: From Sketchbook to Shop Shelf

Patterns should be more than wallpaper. This is how I turn simple doodles into designs people want to wear, wrap, and fill their homes with—whether it’s a mug or a tote.

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