If you've ever finished a quilt pattern and felt uneasy instead of proud, you're not alone.
You re-print the template pages and sew test block after test block, but can't help wondering, Is this actually right?
Publishing starts to feel risky instead of rewarding.
Curves won't lie flat
Test blocks waste fabric.
You hesitate before sending patterns to tech editing.
And quietly, there's a fear underneath it all:
What if one bad template ruins my reputation?
The issue isn't your competence as a designer
And it's not your software.
Template problems come from not having a clear, step-by-step process — one that explains why each step works, not just what to click so it's transferable to any shape.
When you understand the logic behind template drawing — the geometry, seam allowances, and standards within the industry — confidence replaces guesswork.
You stop hoping your templates work and start knowing they're correct.
Hi! I'm Carli
Meet your Teacher
I've been a quilter since middle school and over the years, I've read (and been frustrated by) a whole lot of bad quilt patterns. You know the ones: where the author makes you feel like you did something wrong when the instructions didn't work.
That experience is exactly why I became a tech editor and ghostwriter. I'm on a mission to help designers write better patterns.
After 4+ years in business, I've ghostwritten or tech edited over 600 quilt patterns and I've seen the same template mistakes over and over again . . . usually discovered after the author has wasted hours on them already.
Over time, I developed a bulletproof 4-step method for drawing templates that guarantees your templates are mathematically accurate the first time so you can publish with confidence, instead of hoping and praying.
Most template tutorials teach a way to draw templates. This course teaches the way tech editors expect them to be drawn built on professional standards, not personal hacks, vibes, or software magic.
This self-paced course teaches you the fool-proof system for drawing quilt templates you can trust.
Lessons demonstrated in Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer
Use the software you already own and know.
Grazable lessons
Jump straight into the exact solution you need without having to watch the entire course
What you'll Learn
Module 1: The 4-step process
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My proven process for mathematically accurate templates
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When templates are actually necessary (and when they're not)
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How to avoid the most common mistakes
Module 2: Advanced usability
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Add extra trimming room the right way
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Prepare SVG cutting system files as a bonus to your customers
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Integrate templates cleanly and concisely into your print patterns
Module 3: Large-format templates
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Prepare "Cut on Fold" templates
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Break oversized templates across multiple pages with the appropriate alignment markings
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Prepare A0 "Print Shop" files
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My proprietary process for minimizing paper waste for large curves
Course includes:
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20+ short, focused lessons
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Downloadable large-format template basis so you don't have to start from scratch
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Lifetime access + updates
Are you ready to:
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Publish patterns without second-guessing your templates
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Design with curves and advanced shapes with confidence
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Reduce tech-editing revisions and stress
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Spend less time answering customer questions
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Design creatively without technicalities limiting the possibilities
Join the Template Drawing Masterclass
Claim your spot now for $97
Click the button above to get instant access. You'll be taken to a secure checkout page. Once you purchase is complete, you'll receive an email from ThriveCart with your login credentials and immediate access to the entire course.
I regularly charge $30-60 per template set when drawing templates for clients so this course pays for itself in just a couple of patterns.
FAQ
Do I need both Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer?
No, the method is the same in both and demonstrations are included for each. Just watch the videos for the software you use. You will need access to one of the softwares for this course to be useful.
How long is the course?
There are approximately 20 lessons in the course ranging from 2-15 min. The course can be completed in approximately 2-3 hours.
Is this a live course?
No, it's fully self-paced and available immediately.
Do I need to know Adobe Illustrator or Affinity Designer already?
Yes, this course doesn't teach the fundamentals of the software and assumes you already know how to use one of these softwares. It is best for designers who already know the basics of quilt pattern writing and just need to level-up their technical skills when it comes to templates.
What if I don't have many patterns yet?
That's perfectly OK, just as long as you know the basics of writing quilt patterns and using your chosen graphics program (Adobe Illustrator or Affinity Designer).
Is this course refundable?
No. Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final.