How can I talk to children? [more inside]
posted by meadowlark lime on Nov 6, 2009 - 12 answers

The Blurst.com registration page tells me my (12-character) password is too long, while a string of 100 A's is OK. FFF is a fine password, but 777 is too long. What gives? (Somewhat long but delightfully pattern-y description follows) [more inside]
posted by Captain Cardanthian! on Oct 20, 2009 - 14 answers

What are the great patterning works of literature? In Book by Book, Michael Dirda presents a list of what he calls “patterning works” which he describes as books that “. . later authors regularly build on, allude to, work against.” and which he says “ . . . ought to lie at the heart of any structured reading program.” [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Sep 17, 2009 - 73 answers

I've been doing some cross-stitch after a break, and have been enjoying it. Where can I find some cool, non-chintzy designs? Especially if something other than cards or big projects. Recommendations for pattern software good too! [more inside]
posted by mippy on Mar 13, 2009 - 13 answers

Sewing baby clothes- I have a friend's shower coming up, and I'd like to make something fabulous for an infant baby girl. Patterns you've made, pictures of clothes you love, general info on good and bad baby clothes, fabrics, fasteners, &c. [more inside]
posted by oneirodynia on Sep 9, 2008 - 17 answers

Easiest, most effective way to stand up a collaborative portal? [more inside]
posted by brandnew on Aug 27, 2008 - 8 answers

What is the origin of these shirts? I have this shirt. i want to know where it comes from. not where it's made, but where in the world does this pattern and style come from? PatternShirt01.jpg PatternShirt02.jpg thanks!
posted by karl88 on Jul 2, 2008 - 4 answers

Design-pattern (programming) question. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee on Apr 16, 2008 - 41 answers

Name that pattern! I've seen some really nice designs lately that feature a stylised floral pattern running in a repeating, seamless motif. [more inside]
posted by dantodd on Feb 29, 2008 - 15 answers

What do you look at/notice, as you wander through the world, that I probably ignore? [more inside]
posted by wittgenstein on Feb 12, 2008 - 130 answers

Is anyone out there publishing analysis or actively tracking interesting developments/trends in blogging in terms of the emerging patterns in the form and functionality of the blogs themselves? [more inside]
posted by lhl on Dec 30, 2007 - 4 answers

When I drum, I throw patterns and caution to the wind... [more inside]
posted by disillusioned on Nov 14, 2007 - 12 answers

I need solid scientific evidence that thought can change matter - how consciousness effects DNA structure, patterns and ultimately reality. Charts, studies, videos, all is welcome as a way of viewing and understanding how the mind's energy works in relation to physical matter. Thank you so much.
posted by watercarrier on Nov 7, 2007 - 51 answers

DoodleFilter: How do I learn to draw intricate patterns freehand?
posted by Laugh_track on Nov 5, 2007 - 16 answers

Help me find the pattern for the knitted Christmas stocking of my youth! [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Oct 19, 2007 - 18 answers

Comp Sci: What's the best Design Pattern or structure for dealing with a complex relationship between many booleans? [more inside]
posted by grumblebee on Sep 25, 2007 - 34 answers

Looking for a specialty printer who can print large-format pattern pieces (and possibly scan them, too) for a new line of sewing and knitting patterns. [more inside]
posted by bitter-girl.com on Jul 13, 2007 - 11 answers

Can I copy a button-down shirt I love? [more inside]
posted by apetpsychic on May 9, 2007 - 8 answers

I'm looking for interesting visualizations of the internet: traffic patterns, affinity networks, what-have-you for a presentation on "Online Communications." Bonus points for movies, animation, and general coolness. [more inside]
posted by hwickline on May 5, 2007 - 7 answers

I saw this Marimekko 'clover' bag at a friend's house recently, and I would love to make something similar (well, the more identical the better) for my wife. [more inside]
posted by misterbrandt on Jan 20, 2007 - 10 answers

FashionFilter: How do I match patterns? I can work with color pretty well but patterns are a mystery to me. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet on Jan 2, 2007 - 12 answers

WebDesign Filter: Is there a site that has a collection of basic page layouts that I can browse and choose from, a la the Noodle Incident's CSS box workaround page? [more inside]
posted by rmm on Nov 8, 2006 - 9 answers

I need to find good thrift stores (or just not expensive stores) in Atlanta that sell late fifties to early sixties clothing (vintage or restyled, as long as the restyling isn't too weird). [more inside]
posted by Medieval Maven on Apr 7, 2006 - 4 answers

Where can I find patterns similar to this? [more inside]
posted by disillusioned on Jan 12, 2006 - 8 answers

SweaterFilter: I am searching for a specific pattern for a knitted sweater similar to this. [more inside]
posted by LunaticFringe on Jan 5, 2006 - 4 answers

RegexFilter: I want to strip out all HTML from a string except for approved tags of B and I. [more inside]
posted by xmutex on Dec 13, 2005 - 25 answers

Where can I find a good pattern for a velvet skirt? [more inside]
posted by Sara Anne on Oct 3, 2005 - 8 answers

Is there a name for the multi-coloured TV error screen? [more inside]
posted by Count Ziggurat on Feb 19, 2005 - 13 answers