The Pattern Library: a Resource for Free Seamless Patterns

The patterns featured on the site are created by various designers, and range from subtle patterns to intricately ornate ones.

The patterns are presented well on their site, giving you a preview of how they look when tiled — handy for quickly getting an idea of how they’d look when used. To see what I mean, here’s how the "Wild Sea" pattern is displayed on The Pattern Library:

Right now, there are 32 seamless patterns on The Pattern Library. The project is still on-going, according to the site, so I would expect more patterns to be added as it matures.

If you’re into seamless patterns, check out these posts too:

• Photoshop Patterns: Ultimate Guide: If you need to know how to use seamless patterns in your designs, this guide will show you how.
• Background Patterns in Web Design: 30 Beautiful Examples: An inspiring showcase that could give you ideas on how to use seamless patterns on your site.
• 30 Examples of Using Background Patterns in Web Design: If the showcase post above left you craving for more, head over to this post for 30 more examples.