How to Convert a Regular Plaid Pattern to a Tartan Plaid (and Keep it Seamless!)
By Sue Chastain, About.com Guide
Go to Edit > Define Pattern to create a pattern fill from the rotated plaid. Create a new larger document, and test your new pattern fill for seamless tiling on the large image.
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- Converting a Plaid to a Tartan Plaid
- Pick a Plaid Image to Convert
- Double the Canvas Size
- Fill with the Original Plaid Pattern
- Change the Background Color
- Rotate the Canvas
- Calculate and Apply the New Canvas Size
- Test the Tartan Plaid Pattern
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