How to Enlarge a Pattern without a Copier!

BySusan Myers on pattern

how to enlarge a pattern

Start in one corner of your blank paper and fill in what you see in that matching square from the original pattern.

how to enlarge a pattern

Go from square to square, repeating the design, concentrating on each square as you go.  Soon you will see the pattern start to appear.

Continue from square to square, duplicating what you see in the coordinating square on the original pattern.

how to enlarge a pattern

And there you have it.  The finished pattern is ready for whatever project you have in mind!

punched tin rooster

For a fun project with this pattern, be sure to check out my Faux Punched Tin Tutorial.  Hope you enjoy!

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I am an artist, crafter and humor writer living in Atlanta, GA. I attended the Atlanta College of Art, and have a background in fine arts, graphic design, and photography. I like to specialize in vintage and recycled crafts such as quilling, Ukrainian Egg Dying, batik and quilting.

3 Comments

  1. What great info!! There are times that this would really come in handy! Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty

  2. Pat linares says:

    I adore ALL your projects. You make me feel happy with the way you are. Very funny. I want to do the gourds But I don’t know where to buy them. I live in Miami ,Florida. Blessings.

  3. Lisa Ritscher says:

    Thanks for soooooo many ideas, hints, tips, & projects that I’m positive I will complete very soon! lol. I envy your RV lifestyle girly! ~ Lisa 😉

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