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What is Surface Pattern Design? by Elizabeth Silver

If you’re entirely new to pattern design this short introduction to the world of pattern by designer Elizabeth Silver is a great start.

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Common Surface Pattern Design Terms Explained

When entering the world of surface pattern design there’s a lot to take in, learn and explore. At first the terms and words used in the pattern industry can be confusing. In this great beginner’s resource you’ll get the most common phrases in the industry explained.

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Design a Pattern Collection on Your iPad

In this Skillshare by designer Liz Kohler Brown you’ll learn to design a pattern collection using Procreate and Affinity Designer. Get access to tools like pattern mockups, quilt squares, and other templates. Explore themes, pattern layouts, and textures in this course.

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Create & License Your First Fabric Collection

In this pattern design class with illustrator Di Ujdi, you’ll learn how to create and license your first fabric collection. You’ll explore the basics of pattern collection design, including types of prints and pattern repeats. The class also offers real-life advice on learning from mistakes, promoting your designs, and navigating licensing agreements. Great for beginners and intermediate designers,

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Building a Surface Design Collection

This outstanding free course by Sketch Desing Repeat walks you through every step of the way when making a surface pattern design collection.

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What is Art Licensing? by Lauren Lesley

In this short Youtube video designer Lauren Lesley gives us a great introduction to art licensing and how that works. Lauren talks pros and cons and shares her experience with licensing her pattern designs.

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Raster vs Vector? by Cat Coquillette

Designer Cat Coquillette talks about the differences between raster (pixel) and vector art in this quick YouTube video. It’s a great intro to the topic if you’re unfamiliar and unsure what to use for your next pattern design.

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Surface Pattern Design Fundamentals

In this Skillshare class by pattern designer Mel Armstrong, you’ll learn the fundamentals of surface pattern design, and making patterns for licensing on various products. This class use Adobe Illustrator and optional Photoshop, you’ll explore moodboarding, sketching, and transforming sketches into basic repeating patterns. The class provides useful resources like a Brushes Guide and Moodboard Template for download, along with inspiration sources.

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The Most Common Surface Pattern Repeats

In designer Rachelle Holowko’s blog you can find a fantastic guide that talks about the different kinds of pattern repeats there is. Rachelle goes over the 7 most common types of repeats and how they’re structured.

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Full-drop Repeat Pattern Explained

Illustrator and designer Weronika Salach has a superb intro to full-drop repeat on her blog. It’s a straightforward guide for beginners that will help you start thinking as a surface pattern designer.

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How to Make a Repeat Pattern by Hand

Surface pattern designer Polina Oshu has a fun Youtube channel where she shares tutorials and her creative process. In this video, Polina shows us how to make a repeated pattern with just pen and paper. It’s a great creative exercise to help you understand how patterns are structured.

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Draw Botanical Patterns in a Sketchbook

Join pattern designer Polina Oshu in this premium Domestika course, and learn how to draw floral pattern designs with markers. Get ready to fill your sketchbook and learn about composition, color theory, and illustration techniques to help your creativity.

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Introduction to Islamic Art: Create Biomorphic Patterns

In this pattern design course on Domestika, you’ll learn all about making biomorphic patterns using traditional methods based on Islamic art. The teacher for this class will be Saudi artist and educator Esra Alhamal who will guide us through the whole process step by step.

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How to Draw Floral Illustration with Acrylic Markers

Here’s another video from Polina Oshu’s lovely YouTube channel, and this time we will follow along in the creation process of one of her floral artworks. It’s a great introduction to how to use Posca and other markers.

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Making a Repeat Pattern by Hand

Pattern designer Lou Davis shows a method on how you can make repeated patterns by hand. It’s a fantastic technique that’s easy to pick up and helps you get your creativity going.

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Simple Watercolors and Pencil Drawing Course

This 47-minute-long Skillshare class is for designers looking to turn detailed drawings or simple watercolors into pattern designs.
Karina shares her experience and techniques using pencils, watercolors as well as post-production how-to’s like coloring detailed pencil drawings in Photoshop.

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Vibrant Floral Patterns with Watercolors Course

Join artist Anna Lau in this Domestika course to explore creating colorful floral watercolor compositions. Learn from Anna about her creative process and how to prepare your pattern designs for print. This course is for beginners and intermediate watercolor painters who are looking to improve their watercolor skills and create patterns.

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Paint Leaves in Watercolor – Simple Ideas for Patterns

Here’s another inspiring video for anyone looking to start out with watercolor pattern designs by artist Lou Davis. In the video, she shows a few beginner-friendly ways of creating leaf patterns with watercolor.

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Watercolor to Repeat Pattern – Painting & Scanning

Sarah Bonello from Pepo Studios has a must-watch video series for anyone looking to turn their watercolor paintings into digital repeated patterns. In this video course, Sarah walks you through the basics of using watercolors and tips for scanning your paintings.

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Watercolour Patterns – Perfect for Beginners

Artist Lou Davis shows step-by-step in this video tutorial 3 simple pattern designs you can make with watercolor. This video is great for designers getting started with making patterns in watercolor and don’t know how to begin creating.

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15 Simple Watercolor Patterns to Paint

Here’s a great video tutorial for novice watercolor artists by Creator Sea Lemon on YouTube. In the video, we’ll learn 15 simple watercolor techniques for making patterns.

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Remove Watercolor Paper background in Photoshop

Pattern designer Sarah Bonello has an excellent video series on her YouTube channel on the topic of watercolor pattern designs. This one in particular is about how you can remove the texture of the watercolor paper in Photoshop in order to make a clean pattern repeat.

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Creating Patterns Using Watercolor

Next, we have a premium Domestika course by Watercolor Painter and Textile Designer Lola San Román. Lola will walk you through every step of the way from making your watercolor art to scanning, editing and making a finished repeated pattern ready for print.

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How to turn a gouache painting into a seamless repeat pattern

Illustrator and patterns designer Mel Armstrong has an excellent video tutorial about scanning and editing handpainted artwork, and how to rearrange and repeat those elements into a repeated pattern. It’s an informative tutorial that gives you a glimpse into the workflow of a professional pattern designer.

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Create Botanical Patterns with Gouache & Photoshop

Join Angela Mckay on Skillshare for “Painting for Pattern Design.” Explore botanical patterns using gouache and editing in Adobe Photoshop. Learn to find inspiration from objects in real life, paint pattern elements in gouache, and create seamless repeating designs for textiles and more. Whether you’re new to pattern design or an experienced artist seeking a creative project, Angela’s step-by-step lessons will guide you in this accessible course.

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Create a Themed Pattern in Procreate Course

Learn to use Procreate’s symmetry tool effectively in Charly Clements’ Skillshare course, “Fun With Symmetry.” Discover how to create stamp brushes, choose themes, and develop your artistic style. Create unique themed patterns suitable for prints, cards, and more. Gain insights into Charly’s pattern creation process and get valuable Procreate tips to improve your workflow.

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Create a Floral Pattern in Procreate

Learn about making floral half-drop patterns in Procreate with illustrator Di Ujdi in this next Skillshare course. Learn step-by-step techniques for creating seamless designs, utilizing layers effectively, and maintaining editable pattern swatches. Whether you’re an intermediate artist or a Procreate beginner with basic knowledge, this course will guide you through the process. Grab your iPad and start creating.

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Repeating Patterns in Procreate

Procreate provides an excellent free guidebook for anyone looking to start making surface pattern designs in Procreate. The pdf will guide you each step of the way when you’re making your first pattern in Procreate, filled with insightful advice presented in a clear and straightforward way. It’s a perfect read to get you started when developing your pattern-making workflow in Procreate.

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How to Make Repeating Patterns in Procreate

Next, we have a YouTube video by the channel Bardot Brush. Here we’ll learn how to make a simple pattern design using Procreate and Bardot Brush’s Repeating Pattern Tester, it’s a free online that lets you see how your pattern would look repeated.

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How to Design Beautiful Seamless Patterns in Procreate

Here we have a 15-minute-long mini course on making seamless patterns in Procreate by illustrator Mel Armstrong. Mel will guide you through the whole process of making your own beautiful pattern in Procreate, from sketching to making your repeat.

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Repeat Patterns Designs in Procreate (Step-by-Step)

Swedish pattern designer Linn Warme has on her blog a super simple step-by-step guide on how to repeat your pattern in Procreate. Have a look at what Linn’s pattern creation workflow looks like in Procreate.

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Intro to Surface Pattern Design: Learn Adobe Illustrator

Learn about the world of surface pattern design with Bonnie Christine’s Skillshare course, “Intro to Surface Pattern Design: Learn Adobe Illustrator.” This massive 3-hour and 43-minute course covers everything from Illustrator basics to advanced skills for crafting stunning pattern designs. Learn about surface pattern design as a potential career, gather inspiration, and create custom color palettes. Gain insights into sketching, scanning, and designing repeating patterns. Whether you’re an Illustrator pro or a beginner, this course has so much to offer.

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Creating Abstract Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

Learn to create trendy abstract patterns in Adobe Illustrator with Evgeniya & Dominic Righini-Brand’s Skillshare course. These bold, quirky patterns are in demand. This course suits everyone, and no drawing skills are required. Explore pattern design techniques, tools, and customizing options. Master creating seamless patterns, colorizing, and exporting. Learn to make abstract patterns for printed products, visual identities, wallpapers, and more.

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Seamless Repeating Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

In this YouTube video, illustrator Laura Coyle shows us how to make a repeat for a seamless pattern in Adobe Illustrator. It’s an easy-to-follow video tutorial that explains every step of the way. Great for beginners of Adobe Illustrator.

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How to Create a Seamless Repeat in Illustrator

Over at the Spoonflower YouTube channel, they have an hour-long class with illustrator Esther Nariyoshi about making pattern designs in Adobe Illustrator. It’s a comprehensive guide that covers everything a pattern designer needs to know when working with Adobe Illustrator.

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How to Remove White Lines from Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

A common headache pattern designers who work in Adobe Illustrator face is these white lines all over their artwork. In this video tutorial pattern designer Maja Faber will teach you how to remove these awful lines.

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Change Colors in Repeat Patterns in Illustrator

In this video tutorial, we’ll focus on changing the colors of your pattern design. Thanks to Adobe Illustrator’s user-friendly features, this process becomes a breeze, and Laura Coyle will guide you through every step.

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How to Change the Size of a Pattern Design in Adobe Illustrator

Here’s another informative video from designer Maja Faber’s YouTube channel. In this video, Maja explains how to change the size of your finished pattern tile in Adobe Illustrator.

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Vectorize Seamless Procreate Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

Join illustrator Di Ujdi on Skillshare for “Vectorize Seamless Procreate Patterns in Adobe Illustrator.” Learn to transform your Procreate patterns into vector files, a valuable skill for any designer. Discover how to prepare and export Procreate files and vectorize them efficiently in Adobe Illustrator using tools like the image trace tool and pen tool. This beginner-friendly class provides essential knowledge for both Procreate and Illustrator. By the end of this 1-hour 44-minute course, you’ll be able to turn your Procreate art into vector in Adobe Illustrator.

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Photoshop Surface Pattern Design Course

Learn pattern design in Adobe Photoshop with Dylan Mierzwinski’s Skillshare course. Follow along and create three repeating patterns in this class, each in different excutions and techniques. Dylan shares her expertise as a professional pattern designer and illustrator. Lessons cover document setup, motif manipulation, building pattern tiles, and adding color and texture. This intermediate class is perfect for those seeking to create beautiful pattern designs using Photoshop.

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Creating Organic Abstract Patterns in Adobe Photoshop

Discover a quick and easy way to create interesting organic abstract patterns in Adobe Photoshop with graphic designers Evgeniya & Dominic Righini-Brandi’s Skillshare course. Learn how to use smart filters to generate unique patterns without the need for extensive drawing. Customize and seamlessly repeat your designs, manage pattern presets, and optimize your Photoshop workflow. Apply finishing touches and save patterns for various projects. This class suits anyone seeking to enhance their creative toolkit and explore new Photoshop techniques.

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How to make a seamless pattern in Photoshop

Here’s a short video tutorial by illustrator Cristina Silvia on how to make a repeated pattern in Photoshop. It’s a quick 5-minute video aimed at pattern designers getting started with Photoshop.

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How to make a half-drop repeat in Photoshop

If you want to make your pattern design’s repeats more interesting, then this video tutorial might be for you. Pattern designer Vanessa Stoilova will teach you how to make a half-drop repeat in Photoshop in just a few simple steps.

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Learn How to use Pattern Preview tool in Adobe Photoshop

In this video tutorial, Illustrator Mel Armstrong will show you how to use the pattern preview tool in Photoshop to efficiently create repeated patterns. It’s a must-use feature for any designer using Photoshop, and this video is a fantastic introduction.

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Recolor your Patterns in Photoshop

Altering the colors in your pattern design can give it a whole new look, so experimenting with different color combinations is a smart move before finalizing your design. In this video tutorial, designer Vanessa Stoilova will walk you through her process for recoloring designs using Adobe Photoshop.

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How to Make a Seamless Pattern in Photoshop with Pattern Preview

Learn how to use the Pattern Preview tool in Photoshop to create seamless patterns in this tutorial by illustrator Catherine Coquillette. Learn the basics of seamless patterns and how to set up your canvas and use elements. Discover essential tips for arranging your design elements and making your patterns look fluid and cohesive. The Pattern Preview tool can significantly streamline your pattern creation process.

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Textile Pattern Design Photoshop Course

Learn about textile pattern design with Isabela de Oliveira’s premium Domestika course, “Textile Pattern Design with Photoshop.” From conceptualization and sketching to finalizing files for printing in Photoshop, Isabela instructs you through the entire process. Learn to make illustrations for textile patterns with influences from nature and everyday life.

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Repeat Patterns in Adobe Fresco Course

Learn to create seamless repeating surface pattern designs in Adobe Fresco with surface pattern designer Amy Bradley’s Skillshare course. In this 1-hour course, you will explore essential tools, motif creation, and two different methods of creating patterns in Fresco. Amy will also teach you about fixing gaps, recoloring, and how to export your finished surface pattern designs. The class is for all skill levels, but basic Adobe Fresco knowledge is helpful.

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Create Repeating Patterns using Adobe Fresco

Follow along when Surface Pattern Designer and illustrator, Michelle D’Urbano shows her workflow for making patterns using Adobe Fresco over at the Adobe Creative Cloud YouTube channel.

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Make Seamless Patterns in Adobe Fresco

In this video tutorial by Chris Piascik, you’ll learn how to create a repeating pattern in Adobe Fresco. Chris shows you how to use Adobe Capture with Fresco as a tool for easy pattern creation. The video guides you through repeating and fine-tuning your pattern and explores different exporting options. Chris showcases how Adobe Fresco can be a fantastic choice for professional pattern designers.

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Make Repeat Patterns with Affinity Designer using Live Pattern Preview

On her blog pattern designer Weronika Salach shares how Affinity Designer’s Live Pattern Preview makes creating repeat patterns a breeze. This feature lets you see changes in your pattern repeat instantly, making design adjustments effortless.

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Affinity Designer Basics: Vector Pattern Design Course

Improve your vector design skills with the “Affinity Designer Basics” course on Skillshare by surface pattern designer Weronika Salach. Learn to create beautiful vector assets for surface pattern design using Affinity Designer, an affordable alternative to Adobe Illustrator. This course is for beginners as well as professional designers and artists seeking to add a “hand-drawn feeling” to their vector work. Learn to draw botanical elements efficiently and master Affinity Designer’s many tools and features.

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Pattern Design in Affinity Designer Course

Learn about vector surface pattern design with Affinity Designer in “Surface Pattern Design: Ditsy Floral Half-Drop Repeat Pattern” on Skillshare by Weronika Salach. Streamline your pattern creation with automated templates, making repeating patterns a breeze. Learn about seamless half-drop repeats, color palettes, vector layers, and more. This course suits intermediate students familiar with Affinity’s basics.

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How to Create a Seamless Repeat Pattern in GIMP

In this one-hour pattern design class on Spoonflower’s YouTube channel, Gaia Marfurt shows us how to create pattern designs using GIMP, a free and open-source design software, making it an excellent choice for new designers that lack expensive software.

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How to Create Simple Dot Patterns in GIMP

In this video tutorial by Michael Davies, you’ll learn how to create dot patterns using GIMP. In the video Michael shows three methods using the Ellipse Select Tool, the Offset Filter, and Symmetry Painting. Michael also shares tips for setting up a pattern template file and saving your patterns.

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Draw repeat patterns using GIMP Course

Join pattern designer and illustrator Gaia Marfurt’s Skillshare course, “Gimp Class 01: Draw Repeat Patterns.” Learn to make surface pattern designs with GIMP, a free open-source software. Learn how to create repeat patterns and utilize layers for beautiful surface designs. Whether using a tablet or importing hand-drawn scans, this course got you covered.

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