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Want to work in fashion? Try being a Textile Designer! It's a really fun job where you design the patterns and artwork that goes on fabric. You may have heard of other names for this role too, such as fabric designer, print designer, surface pattern designer, fashion textile designer, or others! There are a lot of names for it and I cover all of it! Learn everything you need to know to become a textile designer! Click now for the free guide 🙌 (Really! It's 100% free!!)

Understanding common pattern design terms as a surface designer allows you to talk confidently with companies and potential clients who are interested in your art licensing portfolio. We’re discussing the 10 most common terms like coordinate pattern, half drop repeat, and more.

If you’ve been struggling with getting your designs seen on Spoonflower, this one’s for you!

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Wondering what you can and should include in your surface pattern design portfolio? Or maybe you’re asking what a portfolio actually is these days? In this blog, I breakdown all the factors to consider when creating your surface pattern design portfolio and the formats that may work best for you.

Can you really make a reasonable income as a surface pattern designer? Is it possible to quit your day job and be 100% self-employed, making a living out of your artwork? It isn’t easy to start your own creative business, trying to make a living as a surface pattern designer. It’s much easier to

A simple guide to the elements of design. Learn to improve your surface pattern designs and creating interesting repeat patterns.

As a surface pattern designer, one of the biggest steps in creating work that will get picked up and do well is: color and trend research!

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How to generate surface pattern design ideas; surface pattern repeats; textile design