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In this episode of the Print Life Podcast, we kick off the Style Series—a four-part exploration inspired by the 2020 Style Challenge. Having guided nearly 400 participants through the challenge, it's…

Welcome to another episode of  The Print Life Podcast! This week we are diving in to the evolution from creative hobbyist to the creative entrepreneur.

Join Leslie to chat about the common hesitations…

Today we are diving into another artist interview, join me to welcome Kirsty Milloy. Kirsty is a fashion print designer who while working in-house for retail brands experienced an unexpected moment w…

Hello, creatives! In this week's episode, I'm diving into the chaos that often comes with January—the month packed with enticing growth opportunities, new challenges, and a sense of urgency. But, her…

In this episode, we delve into the power of envisioning our aspirations, challenging self-imposed labels, and embracing consistency as a key to success. Here's a brief recap:

• Clarifying Vision: Encour…

Welcome to this week's podcast episode! Today, let's dive into the concept of embracing the new year by fully committing to your creative vision. At a recent marketing conference, a quote from Julius…

In today's episode of the Print Life Podcast, we dive in to the importance of understanding what a niche and target market truly represent in your career as a surface pattern designer. Understanding …

In today's design landscape, establishing an online shop is more crucial than ever, whether you're a freelancer or a seasoned studio. The Pattern Cloud eliminates the ambiguity of setting up your onl…

Join me today to learn how you can take just 20% of your time weekly to focus on tasks that will move the needle in your creative career. This is something we do in the Print Life Membership and has …

In the world of surface pattern design, there's this funny idea that choosing a unique path boxes you in. But what if I told you that it is in choosing a path is more like a secret superpower? Join u…

Join me today to chat about how a simple shift in the way you look at your numbers, where you spend your time and managing expectations can support you in staying the course in your freelance busines…

In today's episode of the Print Life Podcast, we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of the surface pattern design industry and discuss essential strategies for success in your career. With some t…

Welcome to another episode of "Design Tip Friday"! 🌟 

Today's design tip revolves around the idea of creating multiple motifs for your designs before you put them into repeat. We can often get stuck i…

Welcome to todays Artist Interview with  freelance fashion print designer, Alex Solly.

Alex worked in-house as a designer for 10 years, working for a variety of high street suppliers, brands and retai…

In this special episode of the Print Life Podcast, we're bringing you an exclusive recording of one of our live workshops from the PLM members' area. Although this workshop includes visuals, the valu…

Welcome to another episode of "Design Tip Friday"! 🌟 

Today's design tip revolves around a concept that can be a real game-changer for creatives: the power of focus. I get it; we're bursting with idea…

Have you ever felt the nagging pull of imposter syndrome? If you're a creative, chances are you have. In our latest podcast episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Silver, a seasoned surface pattern desi…

Welcome to a brand new episode where we have the pleasure of hosting Lisa Hawthorne, a remarkable surface pattern designer who tossed aside medical textbooks for a paintbrush. With her vibrant, hand-…

There are many differences between industries and markets when you create surface pattern designs, but one of the main differences is the way we go about developing a collection, a group of prints or…

Have you ever felt the weight of creative expectations—whether from clients or even from yourself? In this tiny episode, I share the importance of getting all the hard work and research out of the wa…