Hi Reader,
Welcome to Abundance — a newsletter for creatives who long to build a slower, more intentional life rooted in faith, beauty, and stewardship.
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I’m Martie Erasmus,
artist, surface pattern designer, and founder of Creative Faith Studio. Around here, we talk about sustainable creativity, creative growth, and learning to create from what we’ve been blessed with.
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Have you ever looked at another designer’s work and thought, How do they make their colours look so effortless?
I remember feeling exactly the same way when I started my surface pattern design journey. I admired so many different colour palettes and styles, but when I tried to apply them to my own work, something always felt a little off.
Over time, I realised that choosing colours isn’t simply about what looks beautiful. It’s about understanding the story you want to tell, the atmosphere you want to create, and the colours that genuinely feel like you.
This week on the blog, I’m sharing some of the lessons I’ve learned about building colour palettes for cohesive pattern collections.
In the article you’ll discover:
• Why colour should support the story of your collection
• How to find colour inspiration in nature and everyday life
• Why limiting your palette can actually increase creativity
• The importance of contrast and tonal value
• How to begin discovering your own colour voice as a designer
Whether you’re building your first mini collection or refining your signature style, I hope this article encourages you to approach colour with more confidence and intention.
Read the article here.
As always, I’d love to hear from you. Simply hit reply and tell me:
What colours do you find yourself returning to again and again?
Cheering you on,
Martie
Creativity rooted in faith.
Patterns that reflect His light.
