Workshop Structure (3 Hours)
Part 1: Pattern Design Basics in Procreate.
• Mini-lecture + live demo:
• Canvas setup for seamless repeats (e.g., 3000x3000 px, 300 dpi).
• Brushes for surface design (provide a brush set or show how to create one).
• Making a simple seamless pattern tile with symmetry and move tool.
• Exporting the tile and testing the repeat.
• Hands-on:
• Each person creates their first pattern (e.g., floral or geometric).
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Part 2: From Pattern to Product.
• Mini-lecture + show-and-tell:
• What is surface design?
• How to apply your pattern to mockups (Procreate or Canva).
• Overview of platforms: Spoonflower, Society6, Redbubble, Zazzle.
• Fabric printers and online shops (local and international).
• Hands-on:
• Use Procreate or Canva to mock up their pattern on a product (like fabric, pillow, or notebook).
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Break (10 minutes)
• Quick coffee/snack + casual Q&A.
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Part 3: Turning Art into Income.
• Mini-lecture + worksheet:
• 3 income streams: Print-on-demand, Licensing, Freelance/Client work.
• How to price patterns.
• Building a mini portfolio and Instagram strategy.
• Success tips: staying consistent, batching collections, seasonal design.
• Action plan activity:
• They fill out a 1-page “Pattern Income Plan” worksheet:
• Who they want to design for.
• 3 pattern themes to explore.
• Where they’ll upload their first Design.
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Wrap-Up & Next Steps (10 minutes)
• Group photo of designs created.
• Share a PDF via email with extra resources:
• Brush pack
• Recording of the demo (optional)
• Monetization guide
• Invite them to join a private group (Telegram/WhatsApp/Facebook).
• Optional: Offer a discounted seat for a longer 4-week course or a 1:1 consult.
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Materials to Prepare
• iPad withh apple pencile
• Printed patten and book samples
• Free brushes
• Mockup templates
• Recommended platforms