Category : Patterns

Half-drop, brick and tossed repeats each stagger motifs differently. This guide explains how they work, what each is good for, and how to check your tile before you commit.

A practical comparison of block printing and digital repeats, weighing cost, scale, texture and repeat size so you can pick the right method for your motif.

A step-by-step Photoshop method for turning one hand-drawn motif into a clean, seamless repeating pattern, from scanning and colouring to offsetting seams and testing the tile.