By Framework we mean the underlying structure of a pattern. In the database we have the following selections:
- Grid
- Square Grid
- Alternate Dot Grid
- Diamond Grid
- Dot Grid
- Hex Grid
- Oblique Grid
- Circle/Orb
- Expanding
- Filler
- Flower
- Freeform
- Fun – just for fun
- Ribbon
- ZigZag
To explain this in easy terms:
If the pattern is drawn on a grid – select either the square, dot etc.
Should the pattern contain a circle or orb, select Circle/Orb
If the pattern keeps growing – selected expanding. Usually this kind of pattern is also a filler pattern!
A filler pattern will be used to fill an area.
If the pattern represents a flower, select flower. Sometimes a flower pattern can also be listed under Circle/Orb
Everything that does not fit any other category will be a freeform pattern.
Fun – just for fun. Patterns representing something … for example: how to draw a cat etc.
Ribbon patterns are drawn on a line or restricted between 2 lines.
If the pattern has a ZigZag somewhere (Shattuck for example), it belongs here.
Patterns can be part of multiple sections! The purpose of selecting as many as possible is to enable people to identify a pattern. For example: You see a pattern and notice it has a ZigZag line in it – you expect to find it listed under the ZigZag patterns.