How to Make Repeat Patterns: A Guide for Designers, Architects and Artists

Very clear tutorial examples of how to make different repeat patterns in fabric design. Exceptionally well written and illustrated

Everything I needed to get me out of a bad case of designers block. This really is an educational book, with so much learning to be had. It builds on rules and systems that take a little while to get your head round but really help make this a professional designers dream. If you are just after inspiring patterns to look at, you will be missing a trick with this book. But if you want to master the How's and whys of pattern design.. This is for you

As a textile person it gave me new ideas

very informative book about building pattern

I thought I would take up pattern making again, but I still class myself as a beginner at this. I used Photoshop elements for this page 72-73 project. Looking forward to doing more patterns with this book. I love it!

I love this book. It is great

Excellent book

My son loved this book for his graphic design work

um excelente livro pra quem tem interesse em criar estamparia

Paul Jackson's "How to Make Repeat Patterns" is the best book I've found for learning how to make repeat patterns. It would be useful for artists and crafters of all kinds (I'm using it to design my own embroidery patterns). Even if you don't consider yourself an artist, designing repeat patterns is great exercise for your brain, sharpening attention and creating calm at the same time. Jackson is an experienced teacher, and it shows: the book is clearly organized, with every basic principle explained and illustrated. As with any other skill, you have to practice what he teaches before you'll really understand the principles and be able to use them. This is not a book of pattern examples. If that's what you're looking for, try "Handbook of Regular Patterns," by Peter Stevens--or treat yourself to one of the many books on textile or rug designs from India, Turkey, or the Caucasus.

Interesting subject.

Not useful for print design. Its a waste of money.

I must say I wasn't expecting that much from this book given the price range. When I received it though I was surprised to see it's a vital go-to reference for all pattern and surface designers. It's beautifully laid out and provides the reader with all the basics about tiling composition and repeat fundamentals. This is a purchase I won't regret!