Welcome to Your Thread from Pattern to Profit

Whether you're stitching for fun or planning your next big product launch, this blog is your go-to space for sewing tips, digital design tools, pattern inspiration, and small business advice—all with a dog wear twist.

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Jill Bartlett | Jul 17, 2025

Design dog wear that fits and reflects personality. Learn how small choices turn basic patterns into bold, expressive, unforgettable pieces.

Jill Bartlett | Jul 14, 2025

What happens when AI designs dog wear? A real-life experiment reveals what worked, what failed, and why design skills still matter most.

Jill Bartlett | Jul 13, 2025

How I handle imposter syndrome as a creative dog wear designer—and why empathy, not credentials, keeps me going.

Jill Bartlett | Jun 14, 2025

Learn how to assess whether your dog wear design hacks are worth the time, cost, and complexity—especially if you're selling or sharing y ...

Jill Bartlett | Jun 14, 2025

Learn how to hack dog coat patterns with ease. Discover beginner-friendly sewing tips, Cozy Coat hacks, and how to modify pet wear designs ...

Jill Bartlett | Jun 05, 2025

Following the journey from maker to designer, and from there, to someone who might just build a micro business around their own dog wear ...

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