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  • @MyMcDoodles
    @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +4

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  • @Jumajaju811
    @Jumajaju811 Рік тому +2

    That's a great idea creating a pdf for a download! I've been just breaking my kits up into several files for downloads for years. Thanks for the tip!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Рік тому +1

      Oh gosh. Yes, that is what I used to do before I got the light bulb moment of the pdf link! I'm happy to pass on tips and so glad it was helpful! 🥰

  • @rachelparry4614
    @rachelparry4614 3 роки тому +13

    I sell digital scrapbook things on Etsy as well, and you have just taught me some new tricks! Been using a combination of Procreate and Photoshop, but I think I can do it all in Procreate now!! Thank you! Looking forward to the next part :)

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Aw! I’m so happy to hear that! Photoshop is great, but it’s also nice to have the convenience and portability of Procreate! Hope this helps you make even more fun products for your Etsy shop! 😁

    • @rachelparry4614
      @rachelparry4614 3 роки тому +1

      @@MyMcDoodles Thanks again. I just followed your shop today. I'm getting ready to upload a new set using some of the tips learned here. My shop can be found here: www.etsy.com/shop/fairlyprettylife/ Thanks!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Oh, yay! I'm so glad you were able to pick up some tips to implement right away! I'll look for you on Etsy. :)

    • @brookematthews4431
      @brookematthews4431 2 роки тому

      Hello i am super new and have been playing designing paper for junk journals in canvas. Can you tell me if you have tried canvas and if so why you have chosen procreate and photoshop. What are the differences and are they free to use? I have never used photoshop or procreate. Never heard of procreate but have heard of photoshop. Like I said super new to this but have so many ideas for designs. I junk journal and am am artist so it only makes sense I create some artwork to sell. Lol thanks to anyone who can help and or answer my questions

  • @brendabrenda7715
    @brendabrenda7715 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for the video. What program did you use to make this set of papers?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Місяць тому

      I made these in the app Procreate for iPad. 😊

  • @kellyjean4981
    @kellyjean4981 2 роки тому +3

    This tutorial is incredibly generous and thorough. Thank you

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      Aw thanks! I’m happy it was helpful for you and so many others!

    • @__TrishMartinez
      @__TrishMartinez 2 роки тому +1

      💯! So grateful to her for doing this.

  • @dr.y.joyharris-smith5222
    @dr.y.joyharris-smith5222 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video! I’m a newbie! This was so helpful so that I can finally get started.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      You’re so welcome! So happy it helped you get through that barrier to start! Good luck! 🥰

  • @rachelchapman9622
    @rachelchapman9622 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for sharing. You are super talented and helped me to save so much time trying to work out how to do all this. I have subscribed and followed on Instagram and Etsy

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much! I’m glad I saved you some time! I’ll watch for you on IG & Etsy! 🥰

  • @tweeta6793
    @tweeta6793 2 роки тому +2

    I learned a lot from this video. You’re an excellent teacher!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      Aw, thanks! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and learned something new! 😃

  • @alejandraaraya2499
    @alejandraaraya2499 2 роки тому +3

    Such a lovely tutorial, easy to follow and understand! Thank you!!!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      Thank you!!! I’m happy it was helpful for you!!! 😊

  • @MomochaDrawing
    @MomochaDrawing 3 роки тому +1

    Hi.. do you save it to RGB or CMYK format? Or both? Because I found some people use it for digital planner, and some for printable for actual journal. Because both format kinda have a different color when display in certain situation. Thank you for your answer 🙏🙏🤗

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +1

      I save it as RGB. If people are printing at home this is the best option. If it’s something that’s going to be sent to a professional printer you’ll have to check their specs to see if they require CMYK. You could always include both for your customers if you’re concerned about how it will print! I just kind depends what it’s going to be used for, like you said!

    • @MomochaDrawing
      @MomochaDrawing 3 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles thank you for your reply. It's a huge help. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @roseberr1es
    @roseberr1es 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this video! Your voice is calming and I love the aesthetic of your video 💛🦋

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed this video and it was helpful for you! I never considered my voice calming, so I appreciate that! (maybe everyone dislikes the sound of their own voice on recordings? 😝😅)

    • @roseberr1es
      @roseberr1es 3 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles yes probably that 😅😂

  • @decalpals8496
    @decalpals8496 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this video. You have saved me a lot of time and brain power. 🙂 I was trying to figure out how to make this layout but would not have come up with such a simple method.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Aw! I’m so glad it was helpful!! 😄

  • @landonthomas524
    @landonthomas524 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the video! This was very helpful and inspires me to pursue my own creative endeavors.
    In the beginning, you used designs from a 10x10 canvas. Why didn't you create the 12x12 canvas and use that to begin with instead of snapping and duplicating the layers?
    Thanks again!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому +2

      Hi! I’m so glad!
      You CAN simply begin with a 12 x 12 canvas. I had already drawn these patterns in a 10 x 10 because that’s the size I typically draw in, so I just went with it.
      (I also didn’t want my paper to be a perfect repeat tile because I only wanted to sell this as “paper” and not a pattern block, so using the 10 x 10 worked for me. I could easily offset the pattern a bit, so it wouldn’t repeat perfectly if someone used this square to try and upload it to sell it on products themselves. It avoids me having people buy then post my art onto print on demand websites like Spoonflower to sell it as their own. Maybe it’s overkill, but you have to protect your art! Does that make sense? 😜)

  • @reshmayadav5590
    @reshmayadav5590 3 роки тому +1

    1. What is the exact size in pixels for 12 by 12 inch digital paper??
    2. What should be the correct thumbnail size for digital paper in etsy shop???
    Please reply.
    Love the video

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +1

      Hi!
      1. Exact pixel size for 12 x 12 “ paper at 300 dpi (the absolute minimum I would recommend!) is 3600 x 3600 pixels.
      2. Etsy thumbnails look different on the desktop website and the Etsy app. That being said, I usually create my thumbnails at the screen size of my iPad (2732 x 2048 px) and make sure any important information fits within the central area for when Etsy crops the preview to a square (mobile app).
      I don’t think the actual size of the thumbnail matters as much as the aspect ratio 4:3. Like you don’t necessarily need to make your thumbnail as large as I do. I just do it that way out of convenience. I hope that makes sense.

    • @reshmayadav5590
      @reshmayadav5590 3 роки тому +1

      @@MyMcDoodles thanks a lot! You came to my rescue. I am from India. This digital thing is still not familiar to people here. But I am planning to open etsy shop to sell my digital pattern papers. There is still lot of confusion going in my mind. Still I will keep on trying.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      @@reshmayadav5590 you’ll be getting in the digital market early then! Good for you! 😄

    • @reshmayadav5590
      @reshmayadav5590 3 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles thanks 😊. Wish me good luck!

  • @karenbensdon4643
    @karenbensdon4643 Рік тому +1

    ❤ This video is like a masterclass.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! :)

  • @megangunn899
    @megangunn899 2 роки тому +1

    So so helpful!! Thank you!!! ❤

  • @minlee4012
    @minlee4012 3 роки тому +1

    OH i have to learn and do my etsy shop one day! saving this :) -min

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      I hope it helps and I’d LOVE to see your Etsy shop when you get it set up! 😍

  • @Sooz3112
    @Sooz3112 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. I'm trying to decide whether to buy the iPad Air or the Ipad Pro... I don't know if the extra screen size is needed or not x

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      I haven’t tried the iPad Air, but I love the big screen size of my iPad Pro! Maybe if you could see the models in person and get a feel for them it would be helpful! If I could get an even bigger screen than this, I would! 😝

  • @SandraEide
    @SandraEide 3 роки тому +2

    YAY! Looks awesome! Saving and staying tuned for Part 2! (:

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Yay! Hope it helps! Part 2 coming very soon! 😄

  • @kbach92306
    @kbach92306 2 роки тому

    This video was super helpful- thanks!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      Yay! You’re welcome! I’m so glad!

  • @thejournalingcorner9229
    @thejournalingcorner9229 2 роки тому +1

    Great tutorial! Thank you!

  • @47gaara
    @47gaara 2 роки тому +1

    thank you so much I really appreciate you having this. :D

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому +1

      You’re welcome! So glad it was helpful! 😃

  • @vickigregory709
    @vickigregory709 Місяць тому +1

    Can you explain why the images are 12x12, rather sized to 81/2x11?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Місяць тому +1

      @@vickigregory709 When I researched, I noticed most of the digital scrapbook paper that sells well on Etsy is 12 x 12”. My thinking was that people often like to make digital scrapbook albums that are square sized and get them printed on sites like Shutterfly, etc. If anyone want to print the paper at home, the excess will be cropped off when they choose 8 1/2 x 11 as the paper size on their printer. I thought it may be better to crop the paper down then try to scale up to make it fit a square.
      (It’s also a little easier (for me) to create a repeat pattern in a square tile vs. a rectangle!)

    • @vickigregory709
      @vickigregory709 Місяць тому

      @@MyMcDoodles Makes sense, I don't do scrapbooking so hadn't thought of this, thank you! Fantastic tutorial!

  • @oliviayu6990
    @oliviayu6990 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for your videos, by far a very helpful videos!!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Aw! You’re very welcome! I’m glad it was helpful!

  • @emmatrap7443
    @emmatrap7443 Рік тому +1

    Is there anyway u can post or sell the cover photo template you made?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Рік тому +1

      Hey Emma! Here you go: www.mediafire.com/folder/nqzp71jfsu3nu/MyMcDoodles+Digital+Paper+Template
      Consider joining my Doodle Squad (www.dianamcdermott.com/freebies) for more stuff like this and tons of free Procreate brushes. :) Enjoy!!! Let me know if you have any questions!

    • @emmatrap7443
      @emmatrap7443 Рік тому

      @@MyMcDoodles thank you so much! So kind of you!!!!

  • @lifeisart8120
    @lifeisart8120 2 роки тому +1

    Love your videos! You are very talented. I wonder if you could make a brick repeat pattern. I figured it out, but it was a brainteaser! There has got to be a better way. I used procreate on my iPad Pro. I staggered the bricks: the first row is in a line with a titch of space between the bricks, then the next row offset by 1/2 so the brick's left edge is lined up to the center of the brick above it. I hope that makes sense. Any help would be much appreciatedd. Thank you.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy them! Yes you could make a brick repeat. It would be similar to a half drop repeat, but instead of offsetting the pattern tiles on the sides, you do top and bottom. It sounds like you’re doing it correctly from what you described! I have a playlist with pattern tutorials that may help (I have a half drop tutorial, but not brick), but it sounds like you’re on the right track!!! Maybe sure you have snapping and magnetics with the distance and velocity options cranked all the way in Procreate and that will help you snap your tiles to center and offset them perfectly. Hope this makes sense! 🥰
      I’ll grab you the link for the pattern playlist in case you need it. ❤️

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому

      This is the playlist I am taking about:
      ua-cam.com/play/PLi23CJmUeyi13BVFW9jeWdRGzzQ7MGH42.html
      There is a video in this playlist that is titled “How to create a seamless half drop repeat” and the cover photo shows a floral pattern. This video may help you with a few tips also! 🥰

  • @julia_ulferts_illustrations
    @julia_ulferts_illustrations 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video- it helped tremendously!! 💖

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      Aw!!! Yay!!! I’m so glad!!! 😃😃😃

  • @Pyxelles
    @Pyxelles 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video, thanks so much for the tips! I hope you can answer my question please. Is there a particular reason your digital papers aren't in repeat and are there any disadvantages to having them in repeat?
    I ask because all my pattern designs are in seamless repeat and vectors by default (created in Affinity Designer). I create them as vectors so I can be flexible in what file format to export it, size/scale, editability and what it can be used for.
    I'd planned to sell my pattern bundles and make the files available for all applicable uses for customers who want digital papers, POD designs & Cricut/Silhouette users. Is this a bad idea and should I sell the bundles for them for different uses separately? Thanks 😊

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому +2

      I think it's just personal preference. I purposely made mine not repeatable because I didn't want people to purchase my designs then turn around and post them for sale as their own on POD sites, etc. If you're creating patterns tiles to sell to customers for whatever use they wish - paper, POD, etc - then you could leave yours as is and make sure to put in the description that the pattern is a seamless repeat, which they can use for all that stuff!
      My suggestion, would be to make the price a little higher or you could even sell a commercial license as a separate listing if people want to use your designs in their own goods for sale. You just did all the hard work of creating the repeat pattern for them, which is time consuming, and you should compensate yourself for your valuable time!!! 😊Does that make sense?

    • @Pyxelles
      @Pyxelles 2 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles Thanks for taking the time to respond and answer my question- I get it now, much appreciated!

  • @lianamarsileat.7106
    @lianamarsileat.7106 3 роки тому +1

    Hi! I wonder what's the best color profile for this pattern product?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      I use RGB for things like this. If you plan to get this printed on something specific, though, check their file requirements! They should tell you which color profiles are accepted and optimized. Hope this helps!

  • @passiveincomewithnora
    @passiveincomewithnora 2 роки тому

    Love this insightful deatailed video. Keep it up!

  • @mamasaenzcreationsbretinas8136
    @mamasaenzcreationsbretinas8136 3 роки тому +1

    Can I ask what u have ur square ur drawing on set as for the pixels

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      I made 12 x 12” paper @300 dpi, so mine is 3600 x 3600 pixels. Whatever size you make, I recommend multiplying it by 300 dpi (minimum) and that will indicate the (minimum) size your canvas should be! Hope this helps! 🥰

  • @prereid9893
    @prereid9893 3 роки тому

    Thank you for making this video!

  • @jilliebean343
    @jilliebean343 19 днів тому

    How do you tell what size your papers actually are that you do have? I don't know how to actually tell what size my papers are.

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  19 днів тому

      Do you mean papers you already own? You can right click / long press on one of them and choose “File Info”/ “Get Info”and look at the dimensions. It’s most likely displayed in pixels. If the file is 300 dpi (typical resolution) divide the dimension by 300 to get inches. Does that make sense?

  • @joannaoliver3800
    @joannaoliver3800 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant!

  • @nattsurfaren
    @nattsurfaren 3 роки тому +1

    I'm planning to sell high-resolution jpegs in a compressed zip file. Is it necessary to use PDF?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +1

      It depends on the size of the compressed file. If it’s over the file size limit for Etsy you won’t be able to upload it! (I think the limit is 20MB for Etsy.) In this case you’ll have to provide the files with an alternate method, such as a pdf. Hope this makes sense! 🙂

    • @nattsurfaren
      @nattsurfaren 3 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles Thanks for your response. You mean that I link my images from the pdf to get around the size issue? This means I have to always change the links to prevent unauthorized access?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому +1

      @@nattsurfaren You can upload your compressed folder to an online file storage, such as Dropbox and share the link in the pdf. Technically someone could share the link with others unless you somehow lock it down or make it a one time access type of thing. You could always check to see what type of security features your particular file storage service offers! I hope your compressed file is below the max size, so you can simply upload it to Etsy. You can upload up to 3 files for digital products on Etsy. Maybe consider breaking your bundle into 3 smaller compressed files to get around all the issues you mentioned!

  • @TG-th6mv
    @TG-th6mv Рік тому

    What did you mean by a Procreate document at the end there? How do I make that? Thank you!

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Рік тому

      Hey there! I recorded this so long ago that I don't remember what context I said this in. Can you give me a timestamp or more details? I tried to search through the end parts of the video to see where I said this, but can't locate it! 😬 I'd love to help or further explain!

    • @TG-th6mv
      @TG-th6mv Рік тому

      Hi sorry- I’m just now seeing your response. It’s when you’re talking about uploading the files onto Etsy at around 48:17

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  Рік тому

      @@TG-th6mv oh!!! Thank you for the timestamp. Ok so that is a separate document I would make. I basically create a scrapbook page template with my papers within Procreate. I would have a background sheet of paper, then a solid rectangle with a drop shadow that they could place their photo on top of and some other fun elements just like a scrapbook page
      would have. You can then export this as a Procreate doc by pressing “Procreate” in your share menu instead of jpg, png, etc. This preserves all layers and allows the user to open the document in Procreate and have all the layers set up for them just like yours. It becomes a template they can purchase from you. I thought this could be a cool way to help people quickly create digital scrapbook pages. :) Does this make sense?

  • @redacta_millor
    @redacta_millor 3 роки тому +1

    Super cute😍🥰

  • @Iman88-n7o
    @Iman88-n7o Рік тому

    Thanks 🙏🏻 💗🙁

  • @brookematthews4431
    @brookematthews4431 2 роки тому

    Is pro create only available on your iPad device?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  2 роки тому +1

      The Procreate app is only available for iPads at this time, but works on nearly all models, not just an iPad Pro. “Procreate Pocket” is available for iOS devices, including phones. :) Hope this helps.

    • @brookematthews4431
      @brookematthews4431 2 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles yes very much thank you

  • @sondar2000
    @sondar2000 3 роки тому

    Does this work with adobe illustrator too?

    • @MyMcDoodles
      @MyMcDoodles  3 роки тому

      I am sure it does, but I am not familiar with how to use Illustrator besides what I’ve seen others do, so I can’t provide any concrete tips. I’m sorry! I bet someone out there has made a video on how to create scrapbook paper in Illustrator, though! Feel free to link it here if you find a good one, so others in the same boat can reference it! 🥰

    • @sondar2000
      @sondar2000 3 роки тому

      @@MyMcDoodles Thank you. If I find something in regards to AI, I will let you know. :)

  • @Llllulove
    @Llllulove 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing x

  • @justaminute3751
    @justaminute3751 3 роки тому +1

    SUB To Your Channel, Thanks For Sharing