Pattern design for homeware products
A course by Elizabeth OlwenPrint-and-pattern designer
A course by Elizabeth Olwen, Print-and-pattern designer
Enhance your home decor with a range of playful and inspired patterns and illustrations.
Discover the joy of creating playful patterns and illustrations for your home in this online course. Join Elizabeth Olwen, a renowned print-and-pattern designer, as she shares her expertise and guides you through the process of designing vibrant motifs that can transform any space.
With Elizabeth's guidance, you'll explore the world of pattern design, from collecting inspiring ideas to sketching motifs, digitizing your drawings, and refining your compositions. Unleash your creativity and learn how to choose the perfect color palette to bring your designs to life.
By the end of this course, you'll have the skills to develop beautiful matching prints and patterns with a harmonious balance of colors.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 23 downloads
Principles of Pattern Design
19 minutes, 54 seconds
Looking for Inspiration
6 minutes, 53 seconds
Starting to Draw
16 minutes, 42 seconds
Digitizing the Drawings
17 minutes, 43 seconds
First Pattern: Assembling the Pattern Block
20 minutes, 57 seconds
Refining the Pattern
15 minutes, 23 seconds
What's included in this course?
To start, you'll dive into the main principles of pattern design and learn how to gather inspiring ideas for your creations.
Afterward, you'll discover the art of sketching motifs and products to develop a personal style that reflects your unique vision.
Next, you'll digitize your drawings and assemble the motifs into captivating patterns, refining them along the way. You'll also learn how to create seamless, infinitely repeatable patterns and add coordinating artworks to enhance your designs. Elizabeth will teach you how to choose the perfect palette to breathe life into your collection.
Finally, you'll explore the art of naming and storytelling, gathering all your materials into a convincing presentation that communicates your vibe and intention.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Throughout the course, you'll embark on a creative journey from a mood board to an original collection of motifs for the home. Your final project will be to bring together everything you've learned and develop a set of vibrant, harmonious designs that can be applied to various items and spaces. Let your imagination soar as you create stunning illustrations to liven up your home.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is perfect for artists, illustrators, graphic designers, or surface pattern designers who are looking to expand their creative horizons and explore new design approaches for the home.
It's also ideal for any curious creative individual who wants to try something new and learn the engaging craft of surface pattern design. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a beginner with a passion for art, this course offers valuable insights and techniques to elevate your skills.
Requirements and materials
To take part in this course, all you need is basic knowledge of Illustrator. Elizabeth Olwen will guide you through the rest, sharing her techniques and tips to help you master the art of surface pattern design. Get ready to unleash your creativity and embark on an inspiring creative journey.
Reviews
- 15 days ago
Un buen curso para refrescar e iniciarse en este mundo.
- 27 days ago
I loved it !!!
- 1 month ago
Very interesting course. Learning a lot about creating patterns.
- 5 months ago
I found this course really inspiring and informative; I also loved the teacher's engaging and passionate attitude, it added value to the whole experience. Miriam
- 5 months ago
A well-structured and clear course that provides a good overview of the topic. Easy to follow and informative.
I would recommend it.
With over a decade of experience, she has collaborated with renowned companies around the globe, creating intentional products and campaigns that bring delight to people's lives. Elizabeth's expertise and unique artistic approach make her an exceptional guide in the realm of surface pattern design.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Creating the Vision: Mood Board and Drawing
- Principles of Pattern Design
- Looking for Inspiration
- Starting to Draw
- Digitizing the Drawings
- U3
Developing Your Creativity
- First Pattern: Assembling the Pattern Block
- Refining the Pattern
- Creating Your Seamless Pattern Swatch, Making It Infinite!
- Creating Coordinates 1
- Creating Coordinates 2
- Exploring and Applying Color 1
- Exploring and Applying Color 2
- U4
Bringing It All Together
- Bringing It to Life in Real-Life Contexts
- Naming and Storytelling
- Final Presentation and Real-World Products
- FP
Final project
- Designing products for homeware
What to expect from a Domestika course
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FAQs
This course is best for intermediate learners who have some basic drawing or design experience. If you’re comfortable with creative tools and eager to develop your style, you’ll benefit most from the content.
You’ll need drawing tools (pen and paper), a computer, and Adobe Illustrator for digital pattern creation and editing. Optional: access to Photoshop for mockups and a printer for physical mood boards.
You’ll learn to develop your creative style, design unique motifs, build cohesive pattern collections, digitize artwork, create seamless repeats, and apply your patterns to products for portfolio or commercial use.
The course covers motif design, mood board creation, color harmony, seamless pattern assembly, portfolio building, pattern application to products, and tips for submitting work to companies and exhibiting at trade shows.
You’ll learn to curate your best patterns, create cohesive collections, and present your work professionally for clients, companies, or trade shows, increasing your visibility in the industry.
Yes, the course teaches you how to digitize hand-drawn motifs using Illustrator and refine them into seamless, repeatable digital patterns.
Yes, you’ll gain strategies for submitting your designs to companies, preparing your portfolio, and exhibiting at trade shows to advance your pattern design career.