This document defines and compares geometric and organic patterns. Geometric patterns consist of lines and shapes like triangles and circles arranged in a repeated fashion, while organic patterns use irregular, nature-inspired shapes that are difficult to define mathematically. Some key differences are that organic shapes are found in nature rather than designed by humans, and do not have the uniform measurements of geometric shapes which are man-made using straight lines and regular forms. The document provides examples of both pattern types and references for further information.

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Pattern
 A Repeated and Decorative design.
 Decorate with a recurring design
 A Regular and Intelligible form or sequence
discernible, in the way in which something happens or
is done.
Pattern Making
 Pattern making is related to design and creation which may include
clothing and craft items.
 Pattern can be created by cutting a piece of paper.
 Pattern making can be done at home and is done mainly by more
experienced sewers.
Geometrical Pattern
A geometric pattern is a pattern consisting of
lines and geometric figures, such as triangles,
circles and squares that are arranged in a
repeated fashion.

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Organic Pattern
 An organic pattern is an amorphous or naturalistic arrangement of
different hues or shades, using shapes that are
difficult to define mathematically or which have the
form of living organisms.
 An irregular shape one that might be found in
nature.
Examples include branch-like formations and abstract
patterns with irregular lines.
Difference Between Geometrical Pattern and Organic Pattern
Organic shapes are not the same as geometric shapes
Organic Pattern Geometrical Pattern
 Organic shapes typically are not
made by people
 Geometric shapes are products of
man – rectangles, squares, triangles
 They are found in the natural
environment and in living things
 A wall of a house, usually is square
or rectangular,
 They don’t have uniformity and
perfect measurements
 They have uniformity and perfect
measurements
 Made from "organic" lines and
shapes; inspired by nature
 Pattern made of straight lines,
squares, rectangles, and other regular
shapes

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