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Join me for a stroll through my surface pattern design blog, where I’ll be sharing my experiences of all things pattern design, art, motherhood and life’s adventures!
You’ll likely find pattern design tips, insights, reviews and a behind the scenes look at what I’ve been up to recently, including what I’m working on currently. Let me share my passion for creativity and design with you.
Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a seasoned designer, an art director, a fellow mum, or simply someone who enjoys the beauty of everyday life, there will be something here for you.
How to handle taking a break from surface pattern design over the summer!
Hey there! As a surface pattern designer, you know the importance of keeping your creative juices flowing, but taking a break is also an absolutely essential part of maintaining your productivity and well-being. Summer is a great time to step back from your business...
Different Colour Schemes and How to Use Them
Hey there! As a surface pattern designer, one of the most important tools in your arsenal is colour. So, let's talk about colour schemes, one of the most exciting and fun aspects of our work! Choosing the right colour scheme can also make or break a design. When it...
How To Use A Colour Wheel To Build Your Palette
Hey there! I'm excited to share with you one of my favourite tools for creating beautiful and effective colour palettes: the colour wheel! Using a colour wheel can seem intimidating at first, but with a little bit of practice and some experimentation, you can use it...
6 Ways to Find the Perfect Colour Palette
Hey there! As a surface pattern designer one of the most important decisions we make in our designs is choosing the perfect colour palette. It can be daunting to pick the right colours, and if I'm honest, it's something I still struggle with. But fear not, over the...
How to put together a pattern design mood board.
Hey there, fellow surface pattern designers! One of the most essential tools for our creative process is a pattern design mood board. You'll know why if you read last months post - it helps us visualise our ideas as well as define and stay on track with our vision....
Pattern Design Mood Boards: 3 reasons they are so important!
Why, hello there! Are surface pattern design mood boards a bit of a mystery too you? Not sure why pattern designers talk about them so much or how to use one? Let me tell you, as a surface pattern designer, one of the most important tools in my design process is a...
10 Ways to Nourish Creativity Through Winter!
Hi there! If you're feeling stuck in a creative rut this winter, there are plenty of ways to nourish creativity and reignite your passion for your craft. As the weather grows even colder and the days get shorter, it can be easy to feel drained and less creative. But...
Christmas Gifts for Surface Pattern Designers
Are you looking for some great Christmas gifts for a Surface Pattern Designer? Or are you a designer wondering what to ask for for Christmas? Whether you're looking for a professional designer or someone just starting out, there are plenty of gift options that will...
How to discover Surface Pattern Design trends
Hey there! Are Surface Pattern Design trends something of a mystery to you? If you are anything like me, trends are something to be followed by fashionable people, but are a complete enigma to me. However, as a surface pattern designer, keeping up with the latest...
9 Ways to creative inspiration in Autumn
Hi! Are you feeling stuck for creative inspiration this autumn? As the warmth of summer disappears and we head towards autumn and winter, many of us creative's feel a natural instinct to hibernate. We might lose inspiration. As a surface pattern designer, finding...
I hope you found these surface pattern design blog articles helpful. I write them with the hope of providing support and building a community for like-minded individuals who share a love for surface pattern design.
I invite you to engage with the content, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow readers. Together, we can celebrate the beauty of patterns and the joy of creating art that enriches our lives. Equally, if you have any questions about something I haven’t covered, I’d love to hear from you and perhaps I’ll be able to answer them in a future post.
Thank you for joining me on this creative journey. I hope you find this blog a source of inspiration, learning, and connection. Happy designing!
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