Quilty Business Resources

Jul 145 min read

Simplifying patterns with lots of fabric cuts using labels

Learn how to simplify complex patterns with lots of fabric cuts using labeling. Write concise, error-free quilt patterns.

Mar 47 min read

Paper pattern formatting for designers

Discover the best tips and tricks for paper quilt pattern formatting for designers. Learn to create professional, compact booklet patterns.

Dec 318 min read

Tips for writing fat quarter-friendly quilt patterns

Precut-friendly quilt patterns are well-loved but tricky to write. Here are some strategies for making them a little eaiser.

Oct 30, 20238 min read

Resources for Small Business Owners

I've found quite a few resources that I, now, couldn't run my business without, so I'm sharing them with you to save you some time.

Apr 30, 20235 min read

Learn the ins and outs of Copyright law and how it applies to you as a quilt pattern writer, including how to use it to your benefit.

Oct 29, 20224 min read

Quilt Pattern Difficulty Ratings

Pattern difficulty ratings are a touchy subject. There's no standardized system and SO MANY opinions about it without much explanation or...

Aug 27, 20224 min read

10 Things your tech editor wants you to know

If you write quilt patterns, you've probably heard of a tech editor, if not worked with one yourself. A tech editor is nothing more than...

Aug 27, 20229 min read

How to Find a Good Tech Editor

So you want to write quilt patterns? Awesome! If you've sought advice from anyone in the industry, someone has probably recommended that...