The tools of the trade for surface pattern designers vary depending on the medium you're using. If you are a traditional artist and create your designs on paper first, you could invest in a good scanner to bring your designs into the digital world. If you're working in digital mediums, a good graphics tablet is essential.

Other tools that can be helpful include:

· Your favourite art supplies

· A good camera or scanner

· Adobe Photoshop, Procreate or other image editing software

· Adobe Illustrator, Affinity Designer or another vector drawing software

· A printer and paper for testing out your designs

No fancy stuff is required. Just some basic supplies like paper, pencils, and most scanners will do. And of course, don't forget the all-important graphic design software. This can feel like a bit of a splurge when you are just starting out but is well worth the investment in the long run. I currently use Illustrator, Photoshop and Procreate, which, if you have an iPad,
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