Hi there! As a fellow knitting pattern designer, I know the joy of creating something beautiful with your own two hands.
But I also know the challenges of turning that passion into a thriving business—juggling design time with marketing, pattern writing, and all the other tasks that come with being a creative entrepreneur.
That’s why I created Purl and Publish – to be your one-stop shop for the practical tools, strategies, and support you need to succeed.
What are you looking for?
Ready to take the first step towards building your dream knitting business? I’ve created these free resources to help you get started. Dive in, explore, and discover valuable tips, tools, and strategies you can implement today.
Plus, when you download any of these freebies, you’ll join my email list and get weekly insights, exclusive content, and special offers delivered straight to your inbox!
Tired of relying solely on pattern sales? Discover twenty seven creative ways to diversify your income and build a more sustainable business. This guide will open your eyes to new possibilities you may have never considered!
These are the tools I personally use to save time and streamline my pattern design and publishing workflow.
Launch your patterns with confidence! This comprehensive checklist covers everything from pre-launch to post-launch marketing, ensuring a smooth and successful release.
A fun quiz that helps them identify their unique design aesthetic.
Land more yarn company collaborations with this professional template. This ready-to-use template makes it easy to create compelling proposals that get noticed by yarn companies, opening doors to exciting partnerships and new opportunities
Each week, I’ll share:
Stop Designing Alone: Find Your Community and Thrive with Purl and Publish
Tired of designing in isolation and feeling overwhelmed by the business side of things?
The Purl and Publish Membership is your solution.
Inside, you’ll find a supportive community of fellow designers, expert guidance to help you navigate marketing and business challenges, and practical tools and resources to streamline your workflow and achieve consistent growth.
Imagine finally having the clarity, confidence, and support you need to build a thriving knitting design business—that’s what awaits you inside.
Are you ready to take your knitting pattern design business to new heights? Join me for Purl Power, a free four-day virtual summit packed with expert insights, actionable strategies, and inspiring stories from successful designers. You’ll learn how to attract your ideal customers, create patterns that sell, build a thriving online presence, and so much more.
Recordings available: Can’t attend live? No problem! All sessions will be recorded and available for 48 hours, and you can have lifetime access if you purchase the All Access Pass.
Ready to dive deeper into the world of knitting pattern design?
My comprehensive courses provide the step-by-step guidance you need to master essential skills, build a strong foundation for your business, and create patterns that stand out from the crowd. Each course is packed with actionable strategies, practical exercises, and real-world examples to help you achieve your goals.
Want access to all these courses and more?
Join the Purl and Publish Membership and get unlimited access to our entire course library, plus exclusive member benefits like live Q&A sessions, a supportive community forum, and more!
Reclaim your time and boost your productivity with proven strategies for streamlining your knitting pattern design process.
This course will teach you how to optimize your workflow, automate repetitive tasks, and manage your time effectively, so you can focus on what you love most: designing and knitting.
Unlock the power of email marketing and build a loyal following of engaged customers.
This comprehensive course will teach you how to grow your email list, craft compelling email sequences, and create sales funnels that convert.
You’ll learn how to nurture relationships with your subscribers, promote your patterns effectively, and generate consistent sales, even when you’re not launching a new design.
Master the art of content marketing and create a thriving online presence.
This course will teach you how to develop a content strategy, write engaging blog posts, create captivating videos, and use social media effectively to promote your patterns and connect with your ideal customers.
Also learn how to repurpose your existing content to save you time and energy.
You’ll learn how to attract a loyal following, establish yourself as an expert, and drive traffic to your patterns, ultimately increasing your sales and impact.
Gain control of your finances and build a sustainable knitting pattern design business.
This practical course will teach you the fundamentals of bookkeeping, pricing, profit margins, and financial planning, all tailored to the unique needs of knitwear designers.
You’ll learn how to make informed decisions, manage your cash flow,and set yourself up for long-term financial success.
Looking for tools and resources you can use immediately to improve your knitting pattern design process?
Explore my collection of digital products, designed to help you streamline your workflow, create more professional patterns, and grow your business. From ready-to-use templates and checklists to in-depth e-books and planners, you’ll find a variety of resources to meet your needs.
The ultimate resource bundle for new and aspiring knitting pattern designers.
Includes checklists, templates, and guides to help you set up your business, write your first pattern, and start marketing your designs.
Get a head start on your journey to success!
Create professional, error-free knitting patterns with this comprehensive bundle of customizable templates.
Includes templates for various pattern types, a tech editing checklist, and a customizable style guide to ensure consistency across all your designs.
Plan and organize your content marketing efforts with this printable or digital planner designed specifically for knitting pattern designers.
Includes sections for brainstorming ideas, scheduling social media posts, planning blog content, tracking your progress, and repurposing your content to get more mileage from your work.
Meet your new AI-powered design assistants! This suite of custom GPTs is designed to streamline your workflow and enhance your creativity. Get instant feedback on your patterns from a virtual tech editor, generate compelling newsletter content in minutes, craft captivating pattern descriptions, brainstorm new design ideas, and more. These GPTs are like having a team of experts at your fingertips, 24/7.
Includes:
Everything you need to know about collaborating with yarn companies.
Includes an ebook, proposal templates, email scripts, and a tracker to help you manage your collaborations.
Learn how to pitch your ideas, negotiate contracts, and build successful partnerships.
To help you build your knitting pattern design business, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite tools and resources. These are products and services that I personally use and recommend. I believe they can help you streamline your workflow,enhance your creativity, and grow your business.
Full Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This comes at no extra cost to you and helps support Purl and Publish. I only recommend products I genuinely believe in and use myself.
Canva is a graphic design platform that makes it easy to create stunning visuals for your brand. I use it almost every day to create social media graphics, promotional images, and even elements within my knitting patterns.
Flodesk has been my mailing list provider for YEARS! I love its easy to use interface and it always creates a professional looking email with almost zero effort. I highly recommend Flodesk!