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Surface pattern design tutorials, creative business tips, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into my studio.
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This has been my favorite collection in a while. I started with the idea of creating a collection based on my intentions for 2026: strength, focus, being present, and gratitude. Those are the things I want in my life for next year. Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, I prefer to set intentions. Are a resolution […]
A cozy cottage story—made for modern homes Early spring in the Texas Hill Country: lavender in the breeze, honeybees dancing, a porch swing that creaks just right. I painted that feeling into Texas Hill Country Cottage, a small-batch collection of vintage floral wallpaper and coordinating fabric in soft, sun-washed color. Think dusty pink, sage green, […]
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If you’ve ever sat in front of a blank sketchbook, wondering what on earth to design next, you’ll know the value of a good brainstorming process. I’ve been experimenting with AI tools like ChatGPT and MidJourney to speed up the “idea-to-sketch” stage of my pattern design workflow — and the results have been magical. If […]
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Recoloring your surface pattern designs doesn’t have to be tedious! In this post, I’ll walk you through three different methods I use to recolor patterns in Adobe Illustrator — whether you’re batch-creating colorways for Spoonflower, adjusting a single shade, or automating your entire recolor workflow. 🎨 Method 1: Recolor Artwork Tool in Illustrator This is […]
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If you’ve ever wondered how to transform your hand-painted artwork into seamless digital patterns, this post is for you! Today I’ll walk you through my full process—starting with watercolor scans and ending with a complete pattern design in Adobe Illustrator. Whether you’re creating for Spoonflower, fabric licensing, or your own portfolio, this method is beginner-friendly, […]
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Lately, I’ve been incorporating Leonardo AI into my pattern design workflow — and it’s been a total game changer. As a surface pattern designer who works primarily with watercolor motifs, I wasn’t looking to replace my hand-painted elements, but rather to expand on them and speed up some parts of the creative process. Here’s how […]
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Let’s skip the boring parts of design — here are 5 automations for Illustrator and Photoshop that I rely on every week! 1. Magic Background Remover (Photoshop) This script is a lifesaver when you’ve scanned watercolor or gouache paintings on white paper: Once it’s done, you’ll have perfectly transparent PNGs with all that white paper […]
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Let’s face it – if there’s one thing that’s never gone out of style, it’s vintage floral motifs. It’s the one pattern that has stood the test of time and never failed to make a comeback. Personally, I could write a love letter to vintage florals, and in fact, I have – in the form […]
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Are you a surface pattern designer tired of the tedious, time-sucking process of exporting pattern blocks? Say hello to Export-O-Magic, the Adobe Illustrator script that does all the heavy lifting for you! Let’s dive into why this magical script is about to become your new favorite design sidekick. What is Export-O-Magic? Export-O-Magic is a fun […]
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Hey there, creative souls! 🎨 Are you an artist or a surface pattern designer looking to sprinkle a little magic on your workflow? Well, gather ’round because we’re about to dive into the whimsical world of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator scripts! Trust me, once you get the hang of these nifty scripts, you’ll wonder how […]
Read more →Hey there, fellow creatives! 🎨 Are you tired of getting bogged down by repetitive tasks in your design adventures? Well, hold onto your brushes because automation is here to save the day! What’s the Buzz About Automation? Think of automation as your trusty sidekick in the bustling world of art. Imagine being able to resize […]
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Here are my favorite designs from the new fabric collection – Art Nouveau Spring – and how to style them.
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Last week, I started digging for inspiration for the Art Nouveau Spring Collection – you can read more about it in this post. Today, I am going to show you some of the art work I have created to use in my fabric collection.
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