Have you ever thought about putting your designs and illustrations onto fabric? If you have the ideas, but you’re not sure where to start, then this self-study module is for you! Aimed at artists who have a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, this video-based class will offer you plenty of tips, structure and techniques to help you on your way!

In this class students will learn:

1. How to create square and half-drop repeats in Illustrator and Photoshop
2. How to evaluate artwork to decide if a square or halfdrop repeat is needed
3. How to prepare artwork for textile design production through color separations
4. How to label artwork for factory production, including a downloadable template

This self-study module will be video-based and upon payment, you’ll be directed to a page where you’ll be able to watch the complete collection of videos online, and it will also be available for download.

CONTENTS OF THE CLASS
Lesson #1: An Overview of Textile Production
Lesson #2: The Importance of a Repeat
Lesson #3: A step-by-step guide to Illustrator Repeats
Lesson #4: A step-by-step guide to Photoshop Repeats
Lesson #5: Color Separation
Lesson #6: Labeling Your Artwork for Factory Production

If you’re interested to know more about developing your own surface design collection, you can enroll in Michelle’s class, The Sellable Sketch: Developing an Irresistible Surface Design Collection!

All videos and classes are delivered online – anyone with a computer and an internet connection can join in!

Please see the FAQs for more info!

Please note that this class is fully conducted online and after registration, you’ll be directed to a private classroom for your self-study class in 12 to 24 hours!

Tools Needed: Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience: Moderate understanding of the above Adobe products

I’m based in London/USA/Africa – can I still follow the class?
If you have an internet connection, it doesn’t matter where you’re based! The class is wholly conducted online!

After I enroll, do I get access to the class immediately?
Almost immediately! We’ll verify your email and payment but your log-in details and confirmation should arrive within 8 to 12 hours. The dates are just to let you know that the class is an ongoing one!

If I have questions during the class, will I be able to ask the teacher?
Yes! There is a forum available in class so that you can contact and direct questions to Michelle yourself!

Can I download the videos?
Yes, we’re preparing the files for download so that you can follow it at your own pace.

How long do we have access to the class?
You’ll have access indefinitely! If there’s any change to plans, we will be sure to inform you so that you have ample time to take down notes, etc!

The Ultimate Guide to Repeats with Michelle Fifis was such an incredible value! I feel so good that I can finally make patterns the right (easiest, no headache) way and know how to prep files to make printers happy and jobs successful. Michelle offered the information clearly and in easy to digest chunks. She is obviously a natural at teaching. She also was generously available for questions about the lessons too. And now I get to have the lessons with me whenever I need to review. Thank you so much Michelle and Pikaland for such a fantastic resource!
~ Elizabeth

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Michelle Fifis is a textile design expert who consults with manufacturers and designers to create lucrative print collections. She runs the blog PATTERN OBSERVER and aims to support, inspire and promote those in the textile/ surface design w…