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10 composition styles for surface pattern designers
How to use composition styles to add variety to your work and to structure mini collections
jasminehnatkova
Jan 99 min read


How to create a Cottagecore pattern in Procreate
The Pattern Trend Series: Part 4
jasminehnatkova
Nov 7, 20256 min read


How to make a William Morris Style Pattern in Procreate
The Pattern Trend Series: Part 3
jasminehnatkova
Oct 17, 20256 min read


How to create a block print pattern in Procreate
The pattern trend series: Part 1
jasminehnatkova
Sep 19, 20256 min read


Should you sell your patterns on Etsy?
A deep dive into the pros and cons of selling repeating patterns on etsy
jasminehnatkova
Sep 5, 20256 min read


Magical Monochromes: How to transform existing repeat patterns into monochromes in Procreate
In this post I'm going to show you a really quick trick to transform your existing patterns into monochromes
jasminehnatkova
Aug 22, 20253 min read


10 FREE Procreate Tutorials for Surface Pattern Designers
10 of my favourite FREE Procreate tutorials for surface pattern designers
jasminehnatkova
Aug 8, 20252 min read


How to create plaid in Procreate
The simple way to create textured, repeating plaid in Procreate.
jasminehnatkova
Jul 25, 20253 min read


Tools and Resources for Digital Artists
Whether you're looking for technology recommendations, or a good podcast to listen to, I share all my top faves in this post!
jasminehnatkova
Jul 11, 20254 min read


Art in the margins: 5 ways to stay creative during a busy summer
5 top tips to help you stay creative and move your business along in the busy summer months
jasminehnatkova
Jun 26, 20254 min read


How to design a pattern collection
A guide to help you start designing in colllections
jasminehnatkova
Jun 16, 20256 min read


How to make a simple flower pattern in Procreate
This technique is super simple and creates a balanced floral pattern that you can use as a stand alone print or add to a collection as a blender.
jasminehnatkova
Jun 6, 20253 min read


How to make an Ogee template in Procreate
A fun and simple way to use a timeless shape to create beautiful patterns!
jasminehnatkova
May 23, 20253 min read


5 Ways to use texture in Procreate
A texture tutorial to help you take your patterns and illustrations to the next level!
jasminehnatkova
May 9, 20255 min read


How to use a reference layer in Procreate
A great way to preserve your layers and recolour easily!
jasminehnatkova
Apr 25, 20252 min read


How to create fun hand drawn stripes in Procreate
Stripes are a great blender print to add to a pattern collection!
jasminehnatkova
Apr 11, 20255 min read


Struggling to find inspiration as an artist?
6 ways to find and save inspiration so you're never short of ideas!
jasminehnatkova
Apr 4, 20256 min read


How to make a mockup in Procreate
A simple way for creating your own mockups in Procreate using a JPEG or PNG file
jasminehnatkova
Mar 14, 20254 min read


Raster vs Vector: Do you need to work in vectors to be a successful surface pattern designer?
Let's look at the pro and cons of raster and vector software and whether you need vectors to succeed!
jasminehnatkova
Feb 28, 20258 min read


The BEST way to create textured patterns in Procreate
With seamless texture overlays you can create beautiful textured patterns in Procreate in just a few easy steps!
jasminehnatkova
Feb 17, 20254 min read
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