How to Draw a Tie

May 27, 2021

How to Draw a Tie

Draw a tie!

Ties can be extremely expressive. We see them every day, and even though ties are simple to draw, a little reference helps.

 

There are many types of ties that can be designed to reflect different personalities and styles; this article covers the basic shapes. Get creative with your patterns and colors.

 

What you will need to draw a tie:

  • Pencil
  • Pen
  • Colored pencils (optional)
  • Paper
  • Markers (optional)
  • Patterned paper (optional)
  • Glue stick (optional)

Also learn how to draw a man in a suit .

Step-by-step guide on how to draw a tie

 

Step 1: The basic shape

Step 1: The basic shape 

Start by visually separating the basic shapes before drawing. The basic tie is mainly composed of triangles and a small square.

 

Second step: Upper node

 Second step: Upper node

Draw the top knot of the tie. The basic shapes are a triangle inside a square base.

 

Third step: The shape of the long tie

 Third step: The shape of the long tie

Add the shape of the long tie, which is made up of two triangles, a long shape and a short shape to make the end.

 

Fourth step: Slim tie

Fourth step: Slim tie 

Make a thin tie by creating a long rectangle with a small triangle at the end.

 

Fifth step: Rectangular shape

Fifth step: Rectangular shape 

Make a rectangular tie, omitting the small triangle at the end.

 

Sixth step:

Sixth step: Draw a Colorful Red Tie 

The tie shown has an allover base colour.

 

Seventh step: Decorate the tie with patterned papers

Seventh step: Decorate the tie with patterned papers 

Draw patterns or cut out patterned paper and glue it onto your drawing for more elaborate effects.


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