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Tales of Africa, England and Agatha Christie

Tales of Africa, England & Agatha Christie

A nostalgic journey through heirlooms, family history, and Agatha Christie mysteries—from Egypt and England to Australia, where past and present quietly meet.

….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark

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From Orchard Trees to Pencil Lines

How Childhood Memories Shape My Designs

Discover how artist and surface pattern designer Dianne Stark draws inspiration from her nostalgic childhood on a South African farm—where mulberry trees, silkworms, and fairy gardens continue to shape her whimsical pencil illustrations.

….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark

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In Praise of Pencil:

In Praise of Pencil: Why I Never Left It Behind

Discover why I never left pencil behind. In a world of digital and watercolour design, my hand-drawn pencil lines bring nostalgic charm, honesty, and storytelling to every surface pattern.

….. a story from the world of Dianne Stark

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