PATTERN

Part 1: Understanding Repeating Patterns

What is a repeating pattern? A repeating pattern is a design that tiles seamlessly—meaning when you place copies of it side by side, the edges match up perfectly with no visible breaks or seams.

Why learn this skill?

• Fashion and textile design

• Graphic design and branding

• Animation and game design

• Digital illustration

Part 2: Getting Started in Procreate

Step 1: Create a New Canvas

1. Open Procreate

2. Tap Create a new canvas

3. Set your canvas size to 1000 x 1000 pixels (square canvases work best for patterns)

4. Set the color profile to RGB and tap Create

Step 2: Set Up Your Layers

1. Open the Layers panel (swipe left with two fingers or tap the Layers icon)

2. You'll be working with multiple layers—think of them like transparent sheets stacked on top of each other

3. Name your first layer "Pattern Design"

Part 5: The Seamless Technique (Key Step!)

This is what makes your pattern truly repeating:

• Draw your design in the center of your canvas

• Duplicate your layer (important for the next step)

• Use the Selection Tool to select half of your design

• Cut and paste each half to opposite sides

• Fill in gaps with new design elements

• Repeat this process for top and bottom sections

Test it: Use the Canvas menu → Flip Horizontally/Vertically to check for seams

Pro Tip: Use the Clone tool to blend edges seamlessly!