Don't Miss the Deadline: "Weaving Love, Creating Hope"

Grameen check is a cotton fabric, popular in Bangladesh.

Photo: Santa Barbara Independent

Enter Design21's latest challenge, "Weaving Love, Creating Hope", by designing a new check patterned textile or a product using check patterned fabric for your chance to win $3000 and benefit the people of Bangladesh. The check pattern should feature uplifting designs and will be called "Hope".

The Grameen check, a popular fabric in Bangladesh, is primarily made of cotton. It has provided opportunities for employment while also enhancing the culture of the area.

The deadline is April 21, 2011. For more information and rules, view the product and the textile design challenges on Design21's website.