Designing a homeware brand from scratch

Hey!! I'm back with my favorite video of my design process and creating a brand from scratch. I've been itching to create a homeware/home decor brand for some time, so what better way than to film it for you.
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  • @abiconnick
    @abiconnick Жыл бұрын

    How I can help you ⬇ 👉 Wow your clients with easy-to-customize templates www.abiconnick.co.uk/templates 👉 Transform into a highly-skilled, confident logo designer www.abiconnick.co.uk/pencil-tool-course 👉 Elevate your biz with these FREE resources www.abiconnick.co.uk/free-resources 👉 Where I get all my mock-ups & fonts: 1.envato.market/abidesign 👉Free weekly tips, advice & exclusive videos: www.abiconnick.co.uk/newsletter ---------------------------------------------------------------------- After more content from me? ⬇ Instagram: instagram.com/itsabiconnick TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@abiconnick Disclaimer: some links in the descriptions of my videos may be affiliate links which means I receive a small commission. it is no cost to you to use the links, it is totally free.

  • @killmewhileimahead
    @killmewhileimahead3 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful!! Would you ever consider doing a video about your process with clients? I think it would be helpful to a lot of us who are freelancing. Especially how you handle common problems when they arise.

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes definitely!! I’m still refining my process at the moment to make it the best it can be so when I share the information it will help the most! X

  • @where.is.rowena
    @where.is.rowena3 жыл бұрын

    Helpful especially to us newbie...

  • @bilalshaikh97129
    @bilalshaikh971293 жыл бұрын

    Abi is the happiest when she gets perfect 'pattern' for the brand!

  • @sobanawan7098
    @sobanawan70983 жыл бұрын

    Well, Abi! l'm was struggling in making the concepts and getting the ideas for logo design. I saw your video 2 weeks ago, after then stucked at your channel. You gave me the direction, how to start. Thank u soo much for your work for a beginner. But would love to see a video on 'Brand Style Guidelines'...

  • @nasimsarkar
    @nasimsarkar2 жыл бұрын

    Your videos have a flow and consistency that I like. It's not just about using Illustrator but something more -- the design process and mental work -- that sets your videos apart and your videos are immensely helpful to budding designers like us. Thank you so much! Keep going.

  • @emmaaxon3761
    @emmaaxon37613 жыл бұрын

    I love this! Amazing work! What I love most about your videos is you are always shocked by how good they look! You are talented, own it and keep the videos coming 🙌

  • @BlueSkies7
    @BlueSkies73 жыл бұрын

    You are beyond amazing. The way you effortlessly create beautiful brands is mind blowing. Totally awesome!

  • @hibaz5157
    @hibaz51573 жыл бұрын

    Love that stacked logo Abi😍 I'd love to see a video where you talk about the initial stages of booking your clients (strategy, presentations that kinda stuff) have a lovely day! x

  • @CrystalCLLee
    @CrystalCLLee3 жыл бұрын

    You are insanely insanely good! I'm so glad I came across your channel. You have given me so much new insights. As a self-taught designer, this is super super helpful. Thank you!

  • @blazingphoenix1000
    @blazingphoenix10003 жыл бұрын

    It's just amazing how something so simple can become something so phenomenal ☺️☺️☺️

  • @kgshoots_
    @kgshoots_3 жыл бұрын

    This is SO helpful! I'm in the process of revamping all my branding so this has helped SO much!

  • @rajibhossain6499
    @rajibhossain64993 жыл бұрын

    I am also a brand designer but your videos have changed my way of thinking. Thanks again.

  • @KamiAlicja
    @KamiAlicja3 жыл бұрын

    Love seeing your process and thinking! It always helps me seeing other designers work and see their thinking process as then i know that im actually doing things right or learning from them if its wrong 😊😊 keep up the good work!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! I’m the same, I love knowing other designers process and how they work 😎

  • @pineapplexpress78
    @pineapplexpress783 жыл бұрын

    You inspire me daily abi. Like I literally watch your videos daily. Thanks for sharing

  • @danicadelrosario1208
    @danicadelrosario12083 жыл бұрын

    I really love your videos! It keeps me motivated and inspired as a designer ❤️

  • @Butterfl4
    @Butterfl43 жыл бұрын

    I stumbled across your channel while searching for some tips to help me design my own logo for my interior design business! I think I've got the logo set, but I would also love to make a ''brand book'' for myself. Just low-key but with enough info. I would find a video on that super helpful! I also really enjoy watching you create these brands from scratch. I love it!

  • @wishlit
    @wishlit6 ай бұрын

    its just so beautiful loved your process thanks for the inspiration !!!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    6 ай бұрын

    Most welcome 😊

  • @Lasseer16
    @Lasseer163 жыл бұрын

    I really like your design process, learn a lot from your content. Thank you!

  • @lotembendavid8844
    @lotembendavid88443 жыл бұрын

    Your talent is remarkable!!! I think a video of you trying ux design ( designing a website for example ) will be so interesting!❤️

  • @TeganMacMoss
    @TeganMacMoss3 жыл бұрын

    Love this you have out done yourself on this one, love it a lot

  • @jessicasoarespb
    @jessicasoarespb2 жыл бұрын

    Abi, you help me so much! I'm a brazilian designer and your videos help's me in creativity. Thank so muuuchhh!!!

  • @barbarasipos
    @barbarasipos3 жыл бұрын

    Love these type of videos so much!

  • @Ky1emiller
    @Ky1emiller2 жыл бұрын

    This is really nice I’ve seen two of your passion videos, and breaking the rules video and I had to subscribe! I’m already learning a lot and being inspired! Keep up the great work Abi 😊

  • @OmahDesign
    @OmahDesign3 жыл бұрын

    This series is just too useful to be free. Thank you so much for sharing your journey true designing logos and illustrations. Keep up the good work 👌

  • @killmewhileimahead

    @killmewhileimahead

    3 жыл бұрын

    It’s really pretty helpful to see another designers process! I’m in school and we got to logo design in graphic design class and it was just like “ok make a logo for this and make sure you customize the type” and I was really lost. So watching another designers process is invaluable to me ❤️

  • @user-wq6oo5cr6y
    @user-wq6oo5cr6y3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your video, it’s very inspiring 😍 I’d love to see how you create patterns in more detail

  • @Cleartech.
    @Cleartech.2 жыл бұрын

    Girl thank you from my heart

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help 💛😊

  • @musfirahtaqdees7782
    @musfirahtaqdees77823 жыл бұрын

    You make me fall in love with graphic design! 💕

  • @momo-xh3bm
    @momo-xh3bm25 күн бұрын

    😂you really progressed a lot , when I’m coming back from 2024 back to your old video, especially in the colour choices 😂😂

  • @humaira11223
    @humaira112233 жыл бұрын

    this was great!! always looking forward to your videos xx

  • @reynacreates
    @reynacreates3 жыл бұрын

    Love the results! I wouldn't think to purple for a homeware brand, but you really made it work! 💜

  • @TheTanimawos
    @TheTanimawos Жыл бұрын

    You are so talented and motivating and also a good teacher, my husband is a software engineer and I have decided to go after tech too as a graphic designer. Glad I found your channel . Thanks for this 🎉

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Aw thank you 😊 I wish you all the best!

  • @TheScatteredMuse
    @TheScatteredMuse2 жыл бұрын

    Abi! I have to tell you, your videos are so well put together and extremely informative. I am a graphic design student and I have recommended your channel to my classmates. Not only are you a great youtube, but Your work is also outstanding! I am always in awe of what you put together. My morning ritual.. grab a coffee and sit and watch Abi videos!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you! Really appreciate your comment😊Absolutely love hearing this, so glad my videos have been of help, thank you for your support and kind words, it means a lot 💛

  • @okletsgo7
    @okletsgo73 жыл бұрын

    I don't even have perfect word to describe how much I love this omg 😭♥️

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    😭😭 so so sweet!! Thank you xx

  • @jkrnwan
    @jkrnwan2 жыл бұрын

    I really love how you do work design ❤️❤️❤️

  • @jaav7106
    @jaav71063 жыл бұрын

    you inspire me so much ♡ Thank you!!!

  • @trendyfashion2867
    @trendyfashion28673 жыл бұрын

    Really appreciated!!! Make more videos like this about brand style guides and some key points, make videos for working as a freelancing too.. thanks

  • @kenyattamanley1303
    @kenyattamanley13033 жыл бұрын

    the end result is gorgeous!

  • @PedroVieira1509
    @PedroVieira15093 жыл бұрын

    I love this series! Please don't stop :) Keep up the good vibes and good work xx

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!! Love coming up with new brands! X

  • @coryholmes1232
    @coryholmes1232 Жыл бұрын

    i love this so much! absolutely perfect!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @mirianachonwa1195
    @mirianachonwa11953 жыл бұрын

    This was really helpful because I’m just starting out. Great design🤞🏾

  • @kushi_grafixx
    @kushi_grafixx3 жыл бұрын

    Hii abi❤️❤️ You are a true inspiration for someone who js struggling to get a fucking idea for a logo designs and Branding . I loved you and your contents at first sight . So cool . Loads of love from a passionate Brand Identity Designer ❤️❤️❤️

  • @MonaamiPal
    @MonaamiPal3 жыл бұрын

    I love you so much Abi!❤️😭

  • @mandalsubha06
    @mandalsubha062 жыл бұрын

    Fabulous. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

  • @floralsimsie
    @floralsimsie2 жыл бұрын

    I´m obsessed. The workflow is really refreshing and learned so much. My goodness great work

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate the kind words 💛 actually have a video coming out next Tuesday showcase my workflow when designing from scratch so keep your eyes peeled👀😊

  • @Kulxum
    @Kulxum Жыл бұрын

    You're the most creative graphic designer I've ever seen on internet 💟

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    oh wow, thank you 💛 Appreciate the kind words 😊

  • @honzijesuper
    @honzijesuper3 жыл бұрын

    my favorite type of videossssss wohoooooooooooooooo✨✨✨

  • @dasha3461
    @dasha34613 жыл бұрын

    totally in love with the colour pallete! 💜

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Always attracted to funky colours💜

  • @DreamPinkClouds
    @DreamPinkClouds3 жыл бұрын

    ahh LOVE your videos

  • @leodsgn
    @leodsgn Жыл бұрын

    loved all of this, this is just beatiful, youre amazing abi!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! Appreciate it :)

  • @loumariafeipesigan960
    @loumariafeipesigan9602 жыл бұрын

    I love watching you choosing the right font! I always guess what you'll choose and I am always right!!! I AM FEELING A CONNECTION. Char! Hahaha thank you so much for the amazing contents!

  • @gumidkova
    @gumidkova Жыл бұрын

    I really admire you. It is obvious that you are really well skilled and you have great ideas. I love how you change every font to more unique and your pattern ideas. Greetings from Czech Republic.

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!😊Appreciate your kind words an support!

  • @khyatichandarana27
    @khyatichandarana273 жыл бұрын

    Love your design process videos😍😍

  • @Steffanymariaguzman
    @Steffanymariaguzman3 жыл бұрын

    This one is absolutely gorgeous 🙉🙉🙉🥰🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍

  • @lyrastar999
    @lyrastar9992 жыл бұрын

    Love the P! i'm picturing a little plum shaped cut out in some part of the thank you card.

  • @anny5537
    @anny55373 жыл бұрын

    I'm in love with your channel!

  • @alinanaeem6003
    @alinanaeem60033 жыл бұрын

    wow.. I am impressed..How are you able to come up with such great ideas straight on illustrator artboards ??

  • @khubaibkhatri4516
    @khubaibkhatri45162 жыл бұрын

    This is soo amazing, I just love your style

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Taken a few years to develop my style, but finally in a place where I really like it!

  • @Davski3
    @Davski33 жыл бұрын

    Looks so so good. As always 🤗

  • @karolvargas4816
    @karolvargas48163 жыл бұрын

    Me encanta!!!! I would like to see a tutorial of hacks or trendy design n.n Saludos desde Costa Rica!

  • @aliharrison3018
    @aliharrison30183 жыл бұрын

    I like your style ! great vid !

  • @nessazion1062
    @nessazion10623 жыл бұрын

    This is amazing!!😍

  • @dishakhatwani3836
    @dishakhatwani38363 жыл бұрын

    Loved this💗🥺

  • @myothawtun6454
    @myothawtun64543 жыл бұрын

    Thanks .U opened my mind . Now i know how to speak and show my clients when we talk about logo designing.

  • @miandyou6445
    @miandyou64453 жыл бұрын

    omg new video yes i'm so glad i found your channel!!!!!!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yaas, new videos every Sunday 😎💛

  • @RosemaryEkele
    @RosemaryEkele3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all the videos Abi. Please can you make a slow paced video for complete beginners? I find font manipulation difficult and also how to make patterns and details on how to mock up. Basically your entire videos but for ‘dummies’. I really look forward to it. Thanks

  • @victoria2064
    @victoria20643 жыл бұрын

    Please please please a tutorial of how you make such beautiful slideshows with music after you're done branding. I love it

  • @elvinechen3131
    @elvinechen31313 жыл бұрын

    very gorgeous design!

  • @wendyagustin3043
    @wendyagustin30433 жыл бұрын

    youre so talented 😩

  • @azuruwhitney8082
    @azuruwhitney80823 жыл бұрын

    Love these videos ❤

  • @gabriellemasalunga4802
    @gabriellemasalunga48023 жыл бұрын

    You nail it everytime, Abi! 😍

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    The sweetest, thank you!

  • @bervelieisidor7293
    @bervelieisidor72933 жыл бұрын

    I. LOVE. YOUR. CHANNEL. 💜

  • @Roxass00
    @Roxass00 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing the design process and workflow. As a motion graphic designer I do have decent graphic design skills but not for branding or printing. This video definitely helps. Cheers friend

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    No problem 😊glad it was helpful!

  • @ari-zn7uw
    @ari-zn7uw3 жыл бұрын

    I love thissss you are so talentedd

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ahh thank you so much 💛

  • @durgapranavi8318
    @durgapranavi83183 жыл бұрын

    Hi abi, love seeing your process videos. Could you please tell me which tool you are using repeat patterns for a brand.

  • @gouriacharjee7894
    @gouriacharjee789411 ай бұрын

    It's just amazing 😍

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @MrsM4R14N4
    @MrsM4R14N43 жыл бұрын

    That's so so so beautiful! Congrats! Keep on the good work, girl. (':

  • @amddesign
    @amddesign Жыл бұрын

    This is amazing design 💜

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 😊

  • @bennettalack5234
    @bennettalack52343 жыл бұрын

    @abidesign always enjoy seeing your process videos. Just curious how much time would you say you typically spend on each stage when you are working with a real life client on a real world project and about how many ideations would you say you go through before reaching a final design?

  • @hildamumbi7295
    @hildamumbi72952 жыл бұрын

    Love it!

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @africanboyflyasabird2511
    @africanboyflyasabird25113 жыл бұрын

    i have a feeling she graduated from the Chris Do school of Mastery. keep up the good work, i will love to see you on the futur one day.

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I actually haven’t taken Chris Do’s course!! I went to college and did A Levels in Fine Art, Graphic Design and Psychology. Then got an apprenticeship in graphic design and then went on to work with another company as a graphic designer for 4 years🤭 then decided to start on my own as a freelancer and now we are here!! Who knows what will happen in the future, but thank you! X

  • @karlavivanco1238
    @karlavivanco12383 жыл бұрын

    Wooooo you're really incredible😌

  • @hashemboom
    @hashemboom3 жыл бұрын

    love ur videos ... keep it up girl! 🔥

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @sashwathisriganesh6751
    @sashwathisriganesh67513 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE YOUR WORK!! It’s so inspiring as a graphic design student❤️ question- once you create all your art boards that show off the logos and brand colors, what’s the best way to export everything and present it nicely?

  • @valentinaiglesias2574

    @valentinaiglesias2574

    3 жыл бұрын

    I have the same question! haha. Also love your work

  • @edenlee7662
    @edenlee76623 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video as usual! You are so incredibly talented 😻 I am aspiring to start my own brand and am feeling so overwhelmed with branding. I don't have the funds yet to hire a graphic designer but still want to start playing around and try to find my "brand". Any advice? Thank you ❤️

  • @jeelsavaliya8408
    @jeelsavaliya84082 жыл бұрын

    that was really nice :]] i like your work

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @victoria2064
    @victoria20643 жыл бұрын

    A huge fan abi. Love your content but may I suggest having a little animation to show the keyboard shortcuts or tools you use. I always find it difficult to see what tools you use because I understand that the video is in time lapse. It'd be so much helpful. Thank you. Love you!

  • @gobindsingh8130
    @gobindsingh8130 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful Work Abi

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated😊

  • @ArtSanjay2343
    @ArtSanjay23433 жыл бұрын

    Design queen

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @franklyrahat
    @franklyrahat2 жыл бұрын

    Okay. It's official. I've seen your two videos and I'm in love with you 🥺

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    haha😂 Well thank you! Hope you stick around, have a lot more content coming! 😊

  • @franklyrahat

    @franklyrahat

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@abiconnick Absolutely!! Waiting for those videos 💗💗

  • @desanwatson
    @desanwatson2 жыл бұрын

    You teach really well

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Desan, I appreciate your kind words😊

  • @paulajulieta1
    @paulajulieta13 жыл бұрын

    Can you make a video on how you finish your project to present it on behance? I have some trouble with that

  • @siyantiid
    @siyantiid3 жыл бұрын

    So inspiring.. love your logo process video ^^

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, glad you love these videos they’re my favourite torte of ones!!

  • @siyantiid

    @siyantiid

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@abiconnick I love to know how you can create a stunning presentation video of plum or another presentation logo process. I hope u will make another video bout that ^^

  • @sreejitchakrabarty1585
    @sreejitchakrabarty15853 жыл бұрын

    I'm looking to get a personal brand done for a long name that I have... Would love for you to take it up as a challenge...

  • @AngelaPerez-ie4gy
    @AngelaPerez-ie4gy Жыл бұрын

    I had no idea you could drag and drop from internet browser directly into illustrator. And here I was saving everything first lol

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    some people can some can't (I have no idea why?) Hopefully it lets you 😊

  • @houseofrosesnthedark8875
    @houseofrosesnthedark88753 жыл бұрын

    Wow!!!!!! If you ever want to rebrand our nonprofit we'd forever be grateful. You are insanely talented

  • @charlotteware5133
    @charlotteware51333 жыл бұрын

    Hi Abi, Would you be willing to share more about your questionnaire?

  • @ATTIQUE107
    @ATTIQUE1072 жыл бұрын

    i am really keen to be a graphic designer but i have a full time job.bit tough to focus on learning softwares.if you could suggest how can i learn softwares to become a designer like you :) really like your creativity the way you come up with ideas. please if you can advice how can i be a designer? which basic level do i need to start?

  • @shackielackie
    @shackielackie2 жыл бұрын

    You are amazing! Love it! I have one question. How do you make the pattern? If I make one the background is always white and I can't seem to get only the pattern with a transparant background.

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊 Are you using adobe illuistraor as the software? If so grab your design shapes, go to object>pattern>make. Adjust accordingly and press 'Done' at the top. This pattern will now sit in your swatches panel. With the swatch selected you can drag a box out and the pattern should have no background. hope this helps 😊

  • @fionayin6822
    @fionayin6822 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Abi! Your brand design video is always my favorite to watch. Love to see more of your creative videos. Keep going! And also, can I ask a question, do you use mouse to do all of the design process in AI or do you use the wacom touchpad ?

  • @abiconnick

    @abiconnick

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊 Always appreciate your comments! I just use a mouse, I know a few designers that like Wacom tablets, but I've always preferred just using a mouse.

  • @fionayin6822

    @fionayin6822

    Жыл бұрын

    @@abiconnick thanks Abi