What Size Should A Repeating Pattern Be for Printing?

Get my free proven Illustrator shortcuts + exclusive fashion design templates to cut your design time in half: bit.ly/sfd-free *************** Whether you're a fashion designer, textile design, or surface pattern designer, you'll need to spec your repeating patterns for manufacturing. This video will show you how to determine what size your repeat tile should be for printing based on print type (rotary screen, flat-bed screen, etc). You can also use this technique if you're prepping artwork for Spoonflower. Here is the chart referenced in the video: char.txa.cornell.edu/ppTextilerepeats.htm YOU WILL LEARN: 00:44 The chart for repeat and fabric sizes 01:52 How to create unique motifs for your repeat in 2 clicks 02:44 How to turn your motifs into a repeating pattern (CS6 and newer) 03:31 How to change the unit of measure for your repeat tile (from points to inches or millimeters, etc) 03:46 How to define the repeat size of your pattern tile based on print screen / roller size (bonus tip: Illustrator will do the math for you!) 05:10 Add a background color to your pattern and troubleshooting if your motifs are being clipped / cropped *************** Further your fashion design career by gaining confidence in AI - I'll show you exactly how in my free Ultimate Guide to Illustrator for Fashion: bit.ly/sfd-ug-ai Visit the Website: bit.ly/sfd-yt Like on Facebook: bit.ly/sewheidi-fb Follow on Pinterest: bit.ly/sewheidi-pin

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