Author: Safiyyah Talley GoSadi user and guest blogger Safiyyah Talley is a knitwear designer, educator, and author of the best-selling book, “Knit 2 Socks in 1.” Lovingly known as The Drunk Knitter, Safiyyah has built a loyal following as a teacher, blogger, and podcaster. Drawing on her background in fashion design and English, she combines

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If you are a beginner, we recommend choosing a project that tells you what yarn and/or weight they recommend. But sometimes the suggested yarn for a project is no longer available, or difficult to find. You can use your knowledge of yarn weights to help you find a substitution. how to use a yarn weight

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One quick internet search and you will quickly see that there is a variety of information about yarn and yarn weights out there and not all of it aligns. Here at gosadi, we want to provide you with a quick reference for how we factor and talk about yarn. A yarn weights chart is a

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Today, we’re going on a journey as we explore the vibrant world of translating crochet patterns. Join our talented Alpha tester Julie Desjardins of @Julie_ACCROchet as she shares her personal evolution in making crochet accessible to a global audience. From language mishaps to bridging creative conversations, let’s unravel the magic of translation. Take it away,

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Today, the wonderful Patty Lyons, a prolific designer, experienced teacher, and dear friend of our co-founder Michele Costa, shares some valuable insights into the often underestimated world of gauge in knitting.  Patty takes us on a journey through the intricacies of pattern writing, highlighting your role as the designer in ensuring every knitter’s success with

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Whether you’re just starting as a designer or have been at it for years, one universal truth stands strong: mistakes and setbacks are not roadblocks; they are stepping stones. BUT we also know that doesn’t make things easier when you’re in it. In this guide, we’ll explore how shifting your mindset and embracing these challenges

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As a new knit or crochet designer, the creative journey ahead of you is both exciting and complex. With so many hats to wear, from photographer to pattern writer and market researcher, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. By creating a process and checklist of action steps you can start to look at each manageable piece

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If you’re a knitwear or crochet pattern designer, you know that turning your passion into a side hustle or even a full-blown career can be incredibly rewarding. But can we be real for a moment? Because being real…we all know it’s also a ton of work. And sometimes, that workload can lead to creative burnout.

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Congratulations–you’re almost ready to put your first pattern out into the world! You’ve written it, worked up a sample, and run the pattern by a technical editor. The last stage before publishing is formatting. If you aren’t sure what to include in your layout, we’ve put together a helpful guide. So, what should your pattern

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Oftentimes, designers are asked about the skill level of their products. How many times has someone said, “I’m new, I can not make that”? Then we, the designer, give them encouragement to make it by showing them the stitches they need to learn. As a designer, one thing we want to communicate to makers of

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