A Pattern for Pepper [Hardcover]

From pinstripe to houndstooth, ikat to toile, join Pepper on her journey into the history of textiles as she works alongside a tailor to make her perfect dress.

Pepper is getting a dress made for a special occasion. It's the first dress that has ever been made just for her, and she wants it to be perfect. But what pattern is right for her? Pepper is particular, and nothing works at first. Dotted Swiss? Too plain. Houndstooth? Not enough color. Pinstripe? Too glum. As Pepper learns about each fabric, she finds a reason why it's just not the one. Will Pepper ever be able to find the perfect pattern?

Julie Kraulis takes readers on a journey through gorgeous patterns and their origins--from the mountains of Switzerland to the green grass of Scotland--in search of Pepper's ideal pattern. The incredible illustrations make for a dress, a character and a book that are impossible to forget.One of CCBC’S Best Books for Kids & Teens (2018)

PRAISE FORA Pattern for Pepper:

Kraulis's delightfully sweet story is filled with information that will make young readers aware of the textures, seams, and patterns all around them. --Quill & Quire

Might just inspire some new makers to try their hand at sewing and design. --School Library Journal

A Pattern for Pepper, the latest picture book by author-illustrator Julie Kraulis, is a sweet story for young children, but it will appeal to readers and listeners of all ages.  --CM Magazine


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Utterly charming illustrations are softly rendered in graphite and oils that place this perky little traveler in iconic New York locales... Endearing and informative, this whimsical travelogue offers readers an inventive way to go touring. --Booklist

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