Resources
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CONTINUE READING…: Holiday Insights For Stitchwear Creators
3–4 minutesHoliday Insights For Stitchwear Creators
As the seasons change and we step into sweater weather, it’s time to unwrap the trends that will shape our…
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CONTINUE READING…: Working With Yarn Companies Part 1: How to choose which yarn partnerships are right for YOU5–8 minutesWorking With Yarn Companies Part 1: How to choose which yarn partnerships are right for YOU
We’re here with some insightful tips to help make navigating yarn company partnerships a little easier! In part one, we’ll…
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CONTINUE READING…: October Opportunities for the Stitchwear Community2–3 minutesOctober Opportunities for the Stitchwear Community
October is going to be packed with exciting events and opportunities that you won’t want to miss out on. Whether…
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CONTINUE READING…: Standing Out In A Crowded Market: Finding Your Unique Voice As A Stitchwear Designer3–4 minutesStanding Out In A Crowded Market: Finding Your Unique Voice As A Stitchwear Designer
After pushing through the hard work that comes with creating your pattern, having the opportunity to share your designs with…
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CONTINUE READING…: Process for Product, Tips For Creating a Daily Process As a Knit and Crochet Designer4–6 minutesProcess 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…: Unlocking the Power of Pinterest for Stitchwear Designers3–4 minutesUnlocking the Power of Pinterest for Stitchwear Designers
Whether you’re releasing patterns on Selling Channels such as Ravelry and/or Etsy or sharing your passion on your blog, you’re…
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CONTINUE READING…: The Stitchwear Designers’ Checklist For Magazine Submissions2–4 minutesThe Stitchwear Designers’ Checklist For Magazine Submissions
We know submitting your creative ideas and designs to a magazine can be daunting. Any time we put ourselves out…
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CONTINUE READING…: Overcoming Creative Burnout: Rediscovering the Joy of Designing3–4 minutesOvercoming 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…: Changing Your Layout2–4 minutesChanging Your Layout
Sometimes we need a refresh and sometimes we need a rebrand. Our businesses grow and change over time. Our…
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CONTINUE READING…: Celebrating Creativity: New Knitting Pattern Launch by Xandy Peters on gosadi2–3 minutesCelebrating Creativity: New Knitting Pattern Launch by Xandy Peters on gosadi
We are thrilled to announce the release of a new knitting pattern, the “Trypophobia Shawl,” by talented designer and gosadi…
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CONTINUE READING…: Tips To Improve Efficiency In Your Fiber Business3–4 minutesTips To Improve Efficiency In Your Fiber Business
If you’re a passionate knitter, crocheter, or digital pattern creator, you know that managing your fiber business efficiently is…
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CONTINUE READING…: Introducing Designer Landing Pages: Benefits of a DLP vs a Traditional Website4–6 minutesIntroducing Designer Landing Pages: Benefits of a DLP vs a Traditional Website
Now that our testing period is open, we can finally start to share what we’ve been working on. First up,…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pattern Writing For Beginners7–10 minutesPattern 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 minutesPattern 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…: Adapting to Changing Trends: Staying Relevant as a Knit or Crochet Designer3–4 minutesAdapting to Changing Trends: Staying Relevant as a Knit or Crochet Designer
Hey, gosadi makers! Today, let’s dive into the wonderful world of design and how you can adapt to ever-changing trends…
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CONTINUE READING…: What Kind of Business Do You REALLY Want to Have? A Guide for Knitters and Crocheters Selling Patterns3–4 minutesWhat Kind of Business Do You REALLY Want to Have? A Guide for Knitters and Crocheters Selling Patterns
Today we want you to ask yourself the question…what kind of business do you REALLY want to have? Whether you’re…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pricing 103: Strategic Pricing, Tailoring Your Rates for Different Selling Channels5–8 minutesPricing 103: Strategic Pricing, Tailoring Your Rates for Different Selling Channels
Following up on our two previous posts about pricing, Pricing 101: A Guide for Aspiring Knitwear and Crochet Designers a…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pricing 102: Finding Your Sweet Spot in a Diverse Market3–4 minutesPricing 102: Finding Your Sweet Spot in a Diverse Market
In our last blog post, we explored the art of setting fair prices for your digital patterns, taking into account…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pricing 101: A Guide for Aspiring Knitwear and Crochet Designers3–5 minutesPricing 101: A Guide for Aspiring Knitwear and Crochet Designers
You’re at the beginning of your pricing journey but unsure of where to begin? As you venture into the exciting…
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CONTINUE READING…: Conversion For Success: Turn Your Audience into Customers3–4 minutesConversion For Success: Turn Your Audience into Customers
We stand by the belief that quality product descriptions help you. Now that you’ve figured out how to increase traffic…
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CONTINUE READING…: Launching Patterns Across Multiple Selling Channels4–5 minutesLaunching Patterns Across Multiple Selling Channels
Congratulations on becoming a new designer & small business owner! You’ve done the hard work to set your pattern up…
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CONTINUE READING…: The Power of Style Guides: A Key Player in Successful Branding and Tips on creating your own3–5 minutesThe Power of Style Guides: A Key Player in Successful Branding and Tips on creating your own
When you think of successful global brands like Apple or Dunkin’ Donuts, there are certain visual elements and tones of…
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CONTINUE READING…: Pattern Writing: Finding a Layout That Works For You4–7 minutesPattern 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…: Inspiration vs. Copying: Unraveling the Differences4–5 minutesInspiration vs. Copying: Unraveling the Differences
In the vast and colorful world of design, inspiration can strike from various sources, and great minds can think alike.…
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CONTINUE READING…: The Ultimate Guide to Etsy SEO: Boost Your Conversions4–6 minutesThe Ultimate Guide to Etsy SEO: Boost Your Conversions
Welcome to the ultimate guide to Etsy SEO! Whether you’re just starting out or already an experienced designer, understanding how…
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CONTINUE READING…: Unveiling the Future of Crafting with Creative Code2–3 minutesUnveiling the Future of Crafting with Creative Code
The highly anticipated h+h America’s 2023 event proved to be a remarkable showcase for gosadi.com, our new platform that…
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CONTINUE READING…: Best Practices for Repeat Customers5–8 minutesBest Practices for Repeat Customers
Often, as businesses, our goal is to grow by expanding our customer base. Of course this is key, but it…
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CONTINUE READING…: 5 Things To Do Before Launch: Designer Tips4–5 minutes5 Things To Do Before Launch: Designer Tips
Launching a new design can be an exciting process. We know you’re eager to make your pattern available for people…
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CONTINUE READING…: A Beginner’s Checklist For Pattern Uploading3–5 minutesA Beginner’s Checklist For Pattern Uploading
You’ve created your first pattern and are ready to upload it to a Selling Channel. First of all, congratulations! You’ve…
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CONTINUE READING…: Tips For Optimizing Your Product Descriptions5–7 minutesTips For Optimizing Your Product Descriptions
Product descriptions are a vital part of your success as an online seller. Designers spend an enormous amount of effort…