I’ve been trying something new on my creative journey. The summer has been really busy and I have found it super hard to carve out some crafty time. That being said, I knew I still need some creative outlet.
And as my daughter was already scheduled for her summer camps… I thought, why not me? = )
I signed myself up for Pattern Camp with the fabulous Jessica Swift.
1st step was to start doodling! This is my exploration in beetles and bugs. Maggie helped by adding a smiley face and her own doodled bug.
Then I scanned them in and took what I learned from Pattern Camp and created this cute Buggin’ Out repeating pattern!
What do you think?
Hmm…. what should I do with my pattern now…
I could print out and have my own patterned scrapbook paper, or I found this cool site called Spoonflower where you can have your own patterned printed on fabrics, wallpaper, or gift wrap.
I’m not ready for that, but what I do know is that doodling was actually really fun and really relaxing at the same time.
Now I find myself carrying around my favorite pens and a sketch pad to use whenever I have down time.
So fun!
Those are really cute. You talk of pattern camp, I’ve never heard of it. Do you have info on it?
Thanks Marsha for your comment! Here is the link for the Pattern Camp that I recently took. Enjoy!
Hi Pauline!
I love this! It’s funny, recently I took a few courses about how to make patterns too. I’m actually spending the time creating more and more. I’m obsessed. I discovered patterns because I was also looking for a new creative outlet like you. I was feeling a bit under the weather after becoming a mom and the challenge is helping me to feel motivated again. Love the bugs! I need to try the brushes. I use micron to doodle 🙂
I love it! It’s so much fun isn’t it? I’m quickly becoming obsessed and have starting carrying a sketchpad and pens with me wherever I go in case I have a chance to doodle and then turn into cute patterns.