Welcome to my Pattern Toolbox short classes, specifically designed for Illustrator pattern makers. In this short, bite-size class we will focus on tips and tricks to make a half-drop repeat pattern!

I will take you through some examples of basic and half-drop repeats and the differences between them. This class shares my method of creating a half-drop repeat (brick by row or brick by column), using both the automated Pattern Tool, as well as the old-fashioned manual way. I will share tips and tricks to design an intricate, consistent repeat tile!

For a detailed, step-by-step process on how to create a seamless repeat pattern, take my class “Repeat Patterns Made Easy, in Illustrator”.

Key lessons include:

• Basic vs. Half-Drop repeat
• How to create an intricate repeat tile
• Using the Pattern Tool to create a brick by row pattern
• Using the Clipping Mask to create a brick by column pattern

Prerequisites:

• Minimum basic Illustrator (& Photoshop) skills
• Illustrator (Daniela is using CS6)
• This class is part of my short, bite-size classes specifically designed for Illustrator pattern makers.

Happy Making!

Daniela ⚘