Wondering what goes into a pattern design mini collection? In this post, I break down the main components and the factors you need to consider when designing.

Do you ever get frustrated and stuck on getting the right tonal values in your pattern designs? This tutorial will show you a simple yet powerful exercise to elevate your designs quickly.

Meet talented surface pattern designer IIona Repkina from Ukraine as she shares some beautiful images of her recent design work and where she gets her inspiration.

Read about surface pattern designer and talented illustrator Stacie Dale and see some of her stunning illustrations as well as where you can connect with her online.

Want to change your colours to evoke a different mood or feeling? Read on to find out how I changed the colours in this pattern to evoke a feeling of calm and tranquility. Plus learn the psychological meanings of colours.

Learn how to create an Autumn mood with your colour palette. Start with just 4 colours to create a multitude of colours to pick from.

If you're a surface pattern designer or creative and regularly create colour palettes as part of your work, you don't want to miss this FREE colour palettes masterclass!

Use these on-trend colour palettes in your designs right now to inject some variety into your portfolio.

Do you love creating colour palettes? Then my FREE Colour Workshop is for you!

My new online shop is open! I’ve partnered with RedBubble and have some great new exclusive patterns available on a wide range of products.

Summer colour palettes are great to use on a variety of products. Get 3 FREE colour palettes to use in your work right now!

Use this super easy technique to analyse pattern designs. Download a copy of my record sheet to get started!

My 5 recommended pattern design books for designers working in the field of surface pattern design.

Take control of your mental and emotional well-being by taking 5 with a mindfulness colouring sheet and unwind from your busy hectic life!

Using line work in your patterns can really elevate your patterns. Let me show you some simple ways to add more interest into your designs easily.

Looking after your mental health is super important. Today I discuss 5 techniques that will help you improve your emotions and wellbeing.

Monthly membership ‘Creation and Clarity’. Get the tools and resources you need to boost your creative career and access a community of like minded creatives on a similar journey.

Today I discuss the most common pattern design layout and offer some simple fixes to common issues.

5 Proven ways to improve your surface pattern designs. Starting with colour I discuss what to focus on to improve your portfolio pieces .

Using Nature as Inspiration in your Pattern Designs or artwork. See my full process of how I create hand drawn motifs from nature leaves, finishing with a repeat pattern and custom created colour palette from a photo.