About the Class:

Plaid patterns are timeless and versatile, defined by intersecting horizontal and vertical lines in varying colors and widths. Plaid patterns come in many variations, each with its own charm. Plaid patterns originated in Scotland, where they were traditionally linked to different clans or regions. Over time, they evolved into a diverse range of styles, each with distinctive characteristics and names. Today, plaid remains a popular design choice worldwide, appreciated for its versatility and timeless appeal.

Some of the most iconic types of plaids include:

Traditional Tartan Plaid: Classic patterns with historical significance.
Windowpane Plaid: A minimal design with thin lines resembling windowpanes.
Houndstooth Plaid: A bold, jagged pattern often seen in fashion.
Glen Plaid: Subtle patterns popular in tailoring.
Madras Plaid: Bright, colorful plaids with a summery feel.
Buffalo Check Plaid: Large squares, typically in two colors.
Gingham Plaid: A simple, fresh design of equal-sized checks.
Tattersall Plaid: Fine, evenly spaced lines creating squares.
Prince of Wales Plaid: A refined and layered design.
Shepherd’s Check Plaid: A small, uniform pattern.
Black Watch Plaid: A dark, traditional Scottish tartan.
Dress Stewart Plaid: A festive and colorful tartan.
Robertson Plaid: A striking tartan with red as its dominant color.

These diverse styles make plaid endlessly versatile for design collections.

Hi everyone!

I’m Geetanjali, an artist, illustrator, and surface pattern designer based in Goa. Over the last eight years, I’ve designed patterns for clients, licensed them to brands, fabric companies, and sold my designs online on print-on-demand sites like Spoonflower.

Today, I’m excited to share this short class where I will show how to create a plaid pattern entirely in Procreate. This class is designed for beginner and intermediate level students, But i will guide you through step by step process so you can easily follow along.

What you will need:

iPad
Procreate software

In this short class, I’ll walk you through the process of designing a plaid pattern with a twill weave texture. Plus, we’ll add a few extra effects to give it a cozy flannel-like appearance.

Let's get started!!

Heather Mueller

Illustrator & Designer

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