Programs
- Photoshop - image creation and editing program
- Illustrator - vector drawing program
- Inkscape - vector drawing program
- Paint.NET - photoshop-like program
- Gimp - photoshop-like program
- Art Rage - realistic art painting, oils, chalk, etc. (an earlier version is offered for free)
- Sketchbook - drawing program for desktop, tablet, or mobile
- Convert My Image - online conversion site
- Pixlr - photo editing tool for desktop or mobile
- COLOURlovers - design program full of free pattern templates
- PicMonkey - edit your own photos, or use their clipart and text to make something brand new
Blogs/Websites:
- Vectortuts Beginners Guide - beginners guide to preparing a basic vector file for digital textile printing using Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Vectortuts Directory - directory of many many Photoshop and Illustrator tutorials
- Design Sponge - seamless repeat tutorial
- Digital Arts - pattern design tips and inspiration for digital creatives
Books:
- Spoonflower Handbook
- A Field Guide to Fabric Design
- Adobe Photoshop for Textile Design
- Digital Textile Design
- Mastering the Art of Digital Textile Design