Project Overview
The Heritage Threads collection celebrates the timeless elegance of traditional tile work and geometric art from the Middle East and North Africa. Drawing inspiration from intricate ceramic mosaics, these caps reinterpret classical motifs in a wearable, contemporary form perfect for cultural fashion, art enthusiasts, or those with a passion for historical design.
Year of Completion: 2025
Status: Active
Graphic Design
Each cap in this series features repeating patterns reminiscent of hand-painted Moroccan zellij, Persian carpets, and Ottoman tiles. Rich cobalt blue and earthy red tones are arranged in harmonious symmetry across a soft ivory fabric base. The layout preserves visual balance while offering a striking all-over print, giving the cap an artisanal feel while remaining bold and modern.
Deliverables
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Digitally reconstructed mosaic tile artwork
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Seamless repeat pattern files in vector format
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Cap mockups suitable for e-commerce and physical retail
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Visual assets for cultural collections, home design crossovers, and museum boutiques
Tools Used
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Adobe Illustrator (geometric pattern creation and tiling)
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Adobe Photoshop (texturing and mockup layering)
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Midjourney (historical pattern research and ideation)
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Procreate (initial motif sketching)
Results Achieved
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Museum Boutique Feature: Displayed in cultural gift shops and craft design fairs
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Fashion-Culture Fusion: Celebrated by heritage fashion influencers in Europe and the Gulf
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Design Crossover: Pattern licensed for limited homeware runs including cushions and ceramic mugs
Challenges & Solutions
Challenges Faced:
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Maintaining pattern integrity across curved seams without distortion
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Translating traditionally rigid motifs into fabric-friendly repeat layouts
Solutions Implemented:
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Designed flexible tile clusters with adaptable geometry for organic flow
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Rotated and trimmed motifs around high-tension areas (bill seams, panel junctions)
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Tested color saturation and contrast to retain fine detailing on canvas and cotton blends
