Resources
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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…















