Free Pattern Design tutorials and courses

Create eye-catching designs with our pattern tutorials. Create seamless patterns and backgrounds in Photoshop, Illustrator, and a variety of other applications.

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  1. How to create a polka dot pattern in Photoshop

    How to create a polka dot pattern in Photoshop

    Tutorial Beginner

    Learn how to create a timeless, yellow polka dot pattern—and use this opportunity to learn how to create a pattern in Photoshop in general!

  2. How to make a plaid pattern in Illustrator

    How to make a plaid pattern in Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    Always wanted to learn how to create a plaid pattern? Learn all about the iconic pattern made popular by the movie Clueless, from how to make one to the...

  3. How to draw a gingham pattern in Photoshop

    How to draw a gingham pattern in Photoshop

    Tutorial Beginner

    Learn how to create a timeless, red gingham pattern—and use this opportunity to learn how to create a pattern in Photoshop in general!

  4. How to create a polka dot pattern in Illustrator

    How to create a polka dot pattern in Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    In the following tutorial, you will learn how to make a polka dot patterns in Adobe Illustrator.

  5. How to identify trend-influenced patterns in graphic design

    How to identify trend-influenced patterns in graphic design

    Tutorial Beginner

    Let's discover and identify some trendy, influential, and distinctive graphic design patterns that have left a lasting legacy over time in the design world.

  6. How to draw a gingham pattern in Illustrator

    How to draw a gingham pattern in Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    In the following tutorial, you will learn how to create gingham pattern in Adobe Illustrator.

  7. How to draw a Hawaiian shirt pattern in Adobe Illustrator

    How to draw a Hawaiian shirt pattern in Adobe Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    Are you dreaming of Hawaii? Design your own Hawaiian shirt patterns in Adobe Illustrator with this easy-to-follow tutorial!

  8. How to create a cute fruit pattern in Illustrator

    How to create a cute fruit pattern in Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    Want to create an adorable fruit pattern in Adobe Illustrator? In this tutorial, you'll learn how to draw cute fruits using basic shapes and how to apply...

  9. How to create a 70s striped geometric pattern

    How to create a 70s striped geometric pattern

    Tutorial Beginner

    Step back in time to the 70s with our easy-to-follow tutorial on how to create two illustrator patterns—bringing retro chic to your designs.

  10. How to design a maximalist design pattern

    How to design a maximalist design pattern

    Tutorial Beginner

    In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a maximalist seamless pattern design in Affinity Designer.

  11. How to create a Lisa Frank-inspired cheetah pattern

    How to create a Lisa Frank-inspired cheetah pattern

    Tutorial Beginner

    Learn how to create a Lisa Frank art aesthetic cheetah print and pattern, using Adobe Illustrator.

  12. How to draw a cow print pattern in Illustrator

    How to draw a cow print pattern in Illustrator

    Tutorial Beginner

    In the following tutorial, you will learn how to make a cow pattern in Illustrator from scratch.