Exploring repeat patterns!

At the moment at college we are exploring how to create repeat patterns.

 I wanted to create a sewing themed repeat pattern, I decided to draw silhouetted needles, thread, scissors and a sewing machine. I wanted to use block colours as they are bold and stand out to the white background I have used. 

To create my repeat pattern I used tracing paper to make sure all the shapes were the same. To shade in the shapes I used fine liner for the needles and sewing machine. Also I used watercolour in grey and pink to fill in the thread and scissors. I think this design would work well as cushion fabric for a keen sewer! 
Overall I am pleased with the way it turned out.
Happy sewing 

Charlotte x

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