Resources
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CONTINUE READING…: Finding My Knitting Pattern Layout: A New Designer’s First-Hand Experience6–9 minutesFinding My Knitting Pattern Layout: A New Designer’s First-Hand Experience
Multigenerational knitting designer Paul Haesemeyer has a strong interest in knitting as a storytelling medium. A lifelong knitter who has…
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CONTINUE READING…: Sample Makers vs. Pattern Testers: What Pattern Designers Need to Know11–16 minutesSample Makers vs. Pattern Testers: What Pattern Designers Need to Know
Understand the difference between sample makers and pattern testers! Learn when to hire each, how to work with them effectively,…
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CONTINUE READING…: How to Price Crochet Patterns7–11 minutes
How to Price Crochet Patterns
Learn how to price your crochet patterns with confidence! We provide simple tips and practical advice for setting the right…
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CONTINUE READING…: Technical Aspects of an Excellent Crochet Pattern: 6 Key Technical Considerations & Pattern Writing Qualities7–11 minutes
Technical Aspects of an Excellent Crochet Pattern: 6 Key Technical Considerations & Pattern Writing Qualities
We’re excited to welcome Julie Desjardins, the designer and educator behind ACCROchet, as our latest GoSadi guest blogger. Julie designs…
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CONTINUE READING…: Crafting High-Quality Crochet Patterns9–13 minutes
Crafting High-Quality Crochet Patterns
Ready to design high-quality crochet patterns that sell? This guide provides essential tips for crafting patterns that are both beautiful…
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CONTINUE READING…: Designing High-Quality Knitting Patterns8–13 minutes
Designing High-Quality Knitting Patterns
Create knitting patterns that knitters love! Learn how to design high-quality knitting patterns with clear instructions, accurate sizing, and presentation.
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CONTINUE READING…: Knitting Pattern Submissions: How to Pitch Your Designs Successfully8–12 minutes
Knitting Pattern Submissions: How to Pitch Your Designs Successfully
Discover Xandy Peters’ best tips on pitching knitting designs. Learn how to craft submissions that catch the eye of magazine…
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CONTINUE READING…: Technical Aspects of a Great Knitting Design: Swatching, Grading, Tech Editing, and More7–11 minutes
Technical Aspects of a Great Knitting Design: Swatching, Grading, Tech Editing, and More
Turn your knitwear ideas into polished patterns! Safiyyah Talley shares tips on swatching, grading, testing, and editing.
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CONTINUE READING…: Yarn Guide Part Two: Yarn Weight Substitution and Conversion Charts2–3 minutes
Yarn Guide Part Two: Yarn Weight Substitution and Conversion Charts
If you are a beginner, we recommend choosing a project that tells you what yarn and/or weight they recommend. But…
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CONTINUE READING…: Yarn Guide Part One: Understanding Yarn Weight Charts6–9 minutes
Yarn Guide Part One: Understanding Yarn Weight Charts
One quick internet search and you will quickly see that there is a variety of information about yarn and yarn…
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CONTINUE READING…: Breaking Language Barriers: The Art of Translating Crochet Patterns with Julie ACCROchet4–5 minutes
Breaking Language Barriers: The Art of Translating Crochet Patterns with Julie ACCROchet
Today, we’re going on a journey as we explore the vibrant world of translating crochet patterns. Join our talented Alpha…
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CONTINUE READING…: Does Your Pattern MEASURE UP: Gauge Tips for Designers5–8 minutes
Does Your Pattern MEASURE UP: Gauge Tips for Designers
Patty takes us on a journey through the intricacies of pattern writing, highlighting your role as the designer in ensuring…
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CONTINUE READING…: Embracing Mistakes And Learning From Setbacks: growth in the design journey3–5 minutes
Embracing Mistakes And Learning From Setbacks: growth in the design journey
Whether you’re just starting as a designer or have been at it for years, one universal truth stands strong: mistakes…
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CONTINUE READING…: Process for Product, Tips For Creating a Daily Process As a Knit and Crochet Designer4–6 minutes
Process for Product, Tips For Creating a Daily Process As a Knit and Crochet Designer
As a new knit or crochet designer, the creative journey ahead of you is both exciting and complex. With so…
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CONTINUE READING…: Overcoming Creative Burnout: Rediscovering the Joy of Designing3–4 minutes
Overcoming Creative Burnout: Rediscovering the Joy of Designing
If you’re a knitwear or crochet pattern designer, you know that turning your passion into a side hustle or even…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pattern Writing For Beginners7–10 minutes
Pattern Writing For Beginners
Congratulations–you’re almost ready to put your first pattern out into the world! You’ve written it, worked up a sample, and…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pattern Skill Level4–7 minutes
Pattern Skill Level
Oftentimes, designers are asked about the skill level of their products. How many times has someone said, “I’m new, I…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pattern Writing: Finding a Layout That Works For You4–7 minutes
Pattern Writing: Finding a Layout That Works For You
Writing a pattern is a feat in itself but once you have written your pattern, it is time to shift…
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CONTINUE READING…: Unraveling My Knitwear Design Process: The SWATCH Framework2–4 minutes
Unraveling My Knitwear Design Process: The SWATCH Framework
We are thrilled to present a guest blog post written by Francoise Danoy, a talented knitwear designer and current participant…
















