Learn how to successfully
write and sell your
quilt patterns
Do you want to write quilt patterns that are unique? Do you want an insider’s tips for pattern selling success? Whether you are a beginner or you want to find more success with your quilt pattern sales, you are in the right place! Once a year I open the Quilt Pattern Writing Course and share everything I’ve learned on how to write and sell your best quilt patterns.
In the Quilters Candy Pattern Writing Course
you will...
– Save years of growing pains and mistakes.
– Get a behind the scenes look at the industry.
– Build your brand.
– Come up with quilt pattern ideas.
– Write a quilt pattern.
– Learn how to successfully sell your quilt patterns in multiple ways.
– Have access to a personal business coach and tutor.
– Make life-long friends and business collaborators.
Your teacher, Elizabeth Chappell of
quilters candy
When I first told a friend I wanted to write my own quilt patterns, she told me it was really hard. I should let that idea go. I knew she meant well, but instead of listening to her that lit a fire in me. I was determined to learn how to write my own quilt patterns. It was a rocky road, and after years of learning, falling, getting up and trying again, I got my patterns in quilt magazines, carried with distributors, and am about to release my first Quilt Pattern book with a publisher. I want to save you the time and mistakes I made. Jump into the * success * part of quilt pattern writing and avoid the pitfalls.
I hold nothing back in this course. I share all I know to help you write your best quilt patterns.
What's covered in the course
week by week
Week 1 – Your Look
Learn how to create designs that are uniquely yours. Figure out your look and style so you can stand out from the crowd.
Week 2 – Design a Quilt Top
This week you will design a block based quilt top. You’ll learn different methods to design a quilt top and by the end of the week you’ll narrow down to one design. That design will turn into a completed quilt pattern you will be ready to sell by the end of the course.
Week 3 – Create Your Blocks
Pull out your fabric and sewing machine! Week 3 you’ll turn your design into a physical quilt block. You’ll learn how to put this into written form so that others can easily recreate your design, as well.
Week 4 – Fabric Requirements
Deep dive into figuring out how much fabric your entire pattern will need, especially if your pattern offers multiple sizes. Learn how to create a Fabric Requirement chart for your pattern and have a completed Fabric Requirement section of your pattern by the end of the week.
Week 5 – Write The Steps
This week you will learn how to write the steps to create your quilt top. Learn what you need to include, how it should be written and worded. Learn how to do this either in Adobe Illustrator or in Canva (a free website that is very user friendly). By the end of this week, your pattern will have the completed written steps.
Week 6 – Adding Images
Learn how to create images of your blocks, a coloring page, and figures that make your pattern easy to follow. By the end of this week your pattern will have the needed images and figures.
Week 7 – Tech Editor
You’ll get a chance to be a peer editor for a couple of students in the class, and a couple of students will edit your pattern as well. You’ll find that editing other’s patterns and getting peer review helps you see your patterns more clearly. You’ll also see things differently after learning new skills in the class.
Week 8 – Selling
In this final week all you have left to do is get ready to sell your pattern! You will learn how to sell your patterns, where to sell them, how to get them sold with distributors, where to print your them, where to get plastic bags for them. All the details you need to get your patterns out into the world will be covered in this final week.
Graduation!
We end the class with a graduation ceremony where everyone shares their pattern, what they learned, and what their upcoming goals are.
Make the smartest decision to grow your Quilt Pattern Business
and join the quilt pattern writing course
what students are saying
Testimonials
I’ve been wanting to write quilt patterns for a few years but didn’t even know how to begin. This course gave me the tools and knowledge to begin my dream.
- Beth Ann of Cozy Color Quilts
I gained so much clarity and instruction from the pattern wring course! The structured lessons that walk you from pattern idea to selling and marketing your pattern was so helpful.
- Katherine Curtsinger of It’s Only Fabric and Thread
After this course I released my first pattern and on pattern release day I sold 85 patterns! I was scrambling to get my patterns printed after a major Distributor reached out on release day about distribution. If I hadn't taken Elizabeth's Pattern Writing course, I would still be wondering how someone could write and sell quilt patterns.
I couldn't recommend this course enough to someone who is thinking about getting into the business of pattern writing. My life has been changed in the best way through this course. I feel like I've finally found what I'm good at and what brings me joy.
- Lindlee Smith of Plains and Pine
I loved this course from Elizabeth and her guidance, encouragement and mentorship. Without it I wouldn’t have had the confidence to start my pattern business and online membership. This course was amazing!
- Mary Davis of Mary Go Round Quilts
I knew I wanted to write quilt patterns but there is so much to know! This course helped me learn the industry standards, which is so important! I feel like I was a professional right away. Elizabeth's class kept me from making a ton of mistakes that could have hurt my business in the long run.
- Paige Quinn Bartlett at Cotton Love Quilts
This course gave me exactly the information I needed. It pulled back the curtain on many of the mysteries of pattern writing and made the process totally doable! Elizabeth is very engaging as a teacher and seemed to really be on the lookout for how to add even more value to the course as it went along.
- Ingrid Parker of Cat Nap Quilting
The Quilters Candy
Guarantee
I do offer a money-back guarantee, but I am only looking for serious action takers. You need to show that you gave the program a try before requesting a refund. I do this because I am looking for true go-getters that want to dive in, do the work, and do it with heart. If you do the work, and you’re still not satisfied, show me your work within 14 days of enrolling, and I’ll gladly give you a refund
Quilt Pattern Alumni Quilt Designs
Take a look at some of the past student’s designs.
Learn how to make your own quilt patterns
with confidence
Frequently Asked Questions
and answers
How long do I have access to the course?
Students have access to course content indefinitely. As long as I have my website up and running, you have access. And I plan on having my website lasting a LONG time.
What if I can’t finish the course in the 8 weeks you are teaching it?
This is common. Don’t worry if you can’t work along with the release of the lessons. You have access to the course for life, so you can work through the content when you have time. All of our zoom calls are recorded, too, so you can watch them anytime.
Do I need to purchase anything else for the course?
No extra purchases are needed. I will teach and demonstrate how to use Adobe Illustrator, Canva, EQ8, and InDesign. You can wait until the class is over to see if you want to purchase these (although Canva is free). But you do not NEED to purchase anything more.
Is this the right course for me?
The Quilt Pattern Writing course helps those who want to learn how to write and sell their own quilt patterns. I do ask that students come with an open mind, willing to share ideas with classmates, and that we support everyone in the class. If this is you, then yes! This course is for you.
Is there a refund policy?
I do offer a money-back guarantee, but I am only looking for serious action takers. You need to show that you gave the program a try before requesting a refund. I do this because I am looking for true go-getters that want to dive in, do the work, and do it with heart. If you do the work, and you’re still not satisfied, show me your work within 14 days of enrolling, and I’ll gladly give you a refund
What outcomes can I expect?
At the end of the 8 weeks, if you do the work for the course, you will have a quilt pattern in hand, ready to sell. The course teaches you how to design a quilt top, how to write the steps for your pattern, figuring out fabric requirements, adding images, and finally how to print and sell your pattern. You will also learn best practices for successfully building a brand so you stand out from the crowd.
Quilt Pattern Writing Course Calendar
See what we will be covering and on what dates during the 8 weeks. Click the image above to download the course calendar.
* Reminder: don't worry if you can't make it to the events on the dates listed.
All content will be recorded and you have lifetime access to the course content.