Great Intarsia Art Begins with a Great Pattern

I have designed custom Intarsia patterns from photos for a wide range of subjects—from dogs to dump trucks. While many of these patterns were never pre-tested in wood, every client has been delighted with their pattern and the finished piece.

Some of the patterns available in my store have not yet been produced in wood, which allows me to offer an extensive selection of over 1,000 unique and hard-to-find designs. Popular examples include Shar Pei, Miniature Pinscher, Welsh Corgi, and Tennessee Walker Horse.

My patterns are primarily created for intermediate and advanced woodworkers with some Intarsia experience, though I do offer beginner-friendly designs as well. To give artists flexibility, I provide grayscale thumbnails to indicate lights and darks rather than color photos. This allows you to choose your own wood types and colors based on personal preference and availability. Each pattern also includes risers and grain direction for ease of assembly.

I believe a pattern should be a starting point for your creativity. Each finished Intarsia piece is a unique vision brought to life by the artist. I’ve received countless letters and emails from satisfied customers who have enjoyed creating my designs. If you’re looking for something new and distinctive, try one of my patterns—because great Intarsia art begins with a great pattern.

Try a Free Pattern

I’m confident you’ll love my patterns, so I offer a free sample. You can download this pattern for free from my store. If you only want a catalog, email your address and there’s no postage charge.

"Creating a pattern involves far more than simply tracing a photograph. It requires an in-depth understanding of animal anatomy, a strong sense of composition, and advanced drawing skills, all of which are essential to producing a truly beautiful design. While not every pattern I create is tested before reaching my customers, my experience designing over 1,000 patterns has given me the expertise to craft designs that are both easy to work with and capable of yielding exceptional intarsia pieces."
— Kathy Wise

KWD Artistic Intarsia Patterns Include:

• Unique, artistic designs covering over 1,000 subjects, including dogs, cats, horses, and wildlife. Custom patterns available.
• Red Line or Black Line options: Red line is easier to see, while black line is the most popular among Intarsia artists and cheaper for making copies.
• Affordable shipping: $6 USPS shipping for folded patterns anywhere in the U.S., regardless of quantity. Tubes available for an additional charge if you prefer your patterns not folded.
• Priority Shipping: U.S. 2-Day Priority with insurance and tracking  
• Volume specials:
  • Buy 6 patterns ($10 each, $60 total) and get the 6th free – use code 1FREE
  • Buy 13 patterns ($10 each, $130 total) and get 3 free – use code 3FREE