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SubscriptionDesigning Patterns That Work: Creating Motifs for Products | Learn with Spoonflower
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Motif and pattern design for products
Pattern-maker Samarra Khaja walks you through building a motif inspired by a place or theme, then scaling it across different products using Spoonflower. You'll learn the role of a hero image, how to compose supporting elements, and the technical steps to prepare patterns for fabric, wallpaper, or home goods.
The class balances conceptual design with practical production, making your patterns both beautiful and functionally print-ready.
About this course
Make a full motif inspired by your favorite city with designer and pattern-maker Samarra Khaja!
Join Samarra in this fun, energetic class to learn the ins and outs of creating an effective motif. From the importance of a hero image to creating a pattern with different components, Samarra shares her process for building a collection and using Spoonflower to bring her creations to life as fabric, tote bags, pillows, and more. You’ll learn how to:
- Create a complex motif with hero and supporting images
- Design a repeat pattern with varying components
- Optimize components of your motif for a variety of products
Whether you’re a pattern-maker or designer looking to explore your style or are just looking to create a souvenir set inspired by your city, this easygoing approach to pattern and motif design will give you the skill set to create items that are fun and functional.
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Spoonflower is a place where you can design, print and sell custom fabric, wallpaper & gift wrap on-demand. Or shop from the largest marketplace of independent surface designs.
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