How do you find high-resolution patterns on the Internet?

Question

I am looking for hi-res files of background patterns- tapestry, paisley, toile, etc.- that are either free to use or can be purchased for commercial use. (Free would be preferable, of course.) Does anybody know where I can find some?

Answer 1

Smashing magazine held a contest for this purpose and here are the results :

http://www.smashingmagazine.com/2008/05/...

"The result, however, is not just literally zillion of textures, but truly brilliant textures you can use in your private and professional projects for free. Thanks to all participants — without Smashing readers this texture gallery wouldn’t be possible."

greetings,

Pablo

http://www.digitalpixels.net

http://www.graphictutorials.net

Answer 2

http://images.google.com

Answer 3

Http://www.photobucket.com

Http://www.tinypic.com

just search  backgrounds