Hi, I'm an artist and would like to know how to get accepted into patternbank. I understand that I must upload 12 patterns, but what is the size, what kind of file? what do they expect these patterns to be accepted? these are some of my questions, I'm grateful if you can help me !!!!!
hey Cássia! My recommendation is 12" x 12" inches in 300 dpi. They accept Illustrator (ai) or Photoshop (psd) files. Make sure you keep editable layers in Photoshop if you submit psd files. In order to find some idea, please look at their trends at patternbank.com/trends Best of luck! ✨
I was wondering if you had any information on how taxes work with selling on PatternBank. Not sure if you're in the US, but would the earnings essentially be taxed by the amount reported through paypal?
In terms of point 4, what do you think about using art from public domain? Quite often the license on them allows all use including incorporating into own design and resale.
Lauren thank you for this video! I'm finding it difficult to find resources on pattern bank besides their own site. I was wondering if you might be able to answer this question for me. When they say you can't sell the same designs on other sites do they mean the actual design? Does this include print on demand where I would be selling a product not the design? Would love that clarification if you know. Thanks!
Hi Shannon, yes that includes sites like print on demand. The reason for this is because Patternbank's customers don't want to have the same design that's selling on a site like Society 6, for example. Does that make sense? I know it makes it difficult for us artists who aren't always sure which sites sell the best and where we can get the most bang for our time & energy, but at this point, this is Patternbank's policy. Not all sites have this policy, however, so if it's a big turn off for you maybe consider selling on a site like Creative Market instead. :) Best of luck!
Hello, I'm very new to all this, but I like the idea of it. I create original artwork as well as original photography. I then use my art or photos to create patterns with a kaleidoscope type of app. I don't think the images are high quality. Is there a way to do that, after I've made them?
To apply you need to have an online portfolio and a social media account (IG, twitter, etc.). You also need to submit 10-12 patterns. You can submit the patterns in JPG, AI or PSD format. I submitted them in JPG format. It wasn't a problem. My application got accepted within 24 hours. It's not a big deal, go ahead.
Hi,Lauren.I wonder if the elements of the designs have to be in a separate layers or only every color(could i merge every elements with the same color on one layer)?
Yes, you can use color separated layers only and merge the design elements onto one layer. I like to keep a separate copy incase I ever want to move motifs around easily, but that does take up a lot of storage space. It just depends on how you want to work, but having color separated layers for Patternbank files is ideal!
Not sure if I miss an information of duration time to wait for the team to give us a result. So I may ask how long we have to wait for their consideration after applying? Thank you.
thanks Lauren Lesley, i have an urgent question. i want to sale my hand painted designs on pattern bank is their any other payment procedure available except PyPal? as its not available in my country. will wait for your reply
I believe it has to be PayPal. I'm sorry it's not available in your country! Maybe it will be available in the future. You can try other sites like Creative Market or Shutterstock. 💖
Thanks for sharing! Is pattern bank exclusive? the designs submitted there for sale or for application should not be uploaded in any other POD website?
They want it to be exclusive.. in my mind, it’s especially important if it’s a Buy Out aka sold for the higher price point and immediately drops off the website.
Hi, I found the consistent flicking around your mouse on the page and scrolling back and up again difficult to focus on, especially what you were showing and explaining;, other than that there was some good information in this.
I believe most Patternbank designs would be in repeat. Dimension doesn't matter so much as long as it's large enough to work with if it's a raster file. Vector can be any size. Hope that helps!
thanks for your help . 😊 Could you also make a video on how to create different colour way on photoshop , its mentioned when we upload our design . Does this mean adding different colors to same design ? Can we make different colour ways on jpgs of the design ? What is pantone colour separated art work mean ? Does this mean colour separation of the design ? My designs are usually on photoshop with RGB colour profile. I also want to know , what does separating elements in individual file mean? I shall be very grateful to you if you answer these queries . Thanks , Best regards, Amna
Does it matter if you one uses iPad and not a laptop/pc for designing and submitting patterns. Some designers mention tablets do not allow to share files as clients request? Thanks in advance
It's possible with Procreate to create a layered file and export as a PSD. You could potentially make it work! There's also Affinity Photo and Affinity Designer for the iPad that you might want to look into. You could potentially export to PSD or AI from there as well. I imagine the tech will improve for iPad within a few years, but right now, at least for me, the most efficient way is to draw motifs in Procreate, but finish up in Photoshop on a real computer. I hope that helps! :)
You can, but I find Procreate more difficult to use than other programs for making repeats. I love drawing in Procreate, then exporting to Photoshop to do the repeat patterns. It's just way easier! You could also use Affinity Photo if you don't want a subscription.
Hey there! I’m not totally sure, but I’d give it a couple of weeks. I’m sure it depends on the backlog of how many people have applied during that timeframe. :) Best of luck!!
Thanks so much for this video, I couldn't find any other contributors on Pattern Bank. I tried applying but was put off because one of their requirements is for you to be already selling your designs via your own website. Is this true? Do I still need my own website to apply? Thanks
Aww, I wish you could have joined the Live call so we could have asked Neil directly. My understanding is I don't think you need to be *selling* your designs on a website, but any professional designer is expected to have a portfolio website to display your work. Patternbank only wants professional designers contributing to their site and this is a good indicator of a designer's skill level. My advice is to make a portfolio website (I use Squarespace) to display your talent! Best of luck 🤗💖🤗💖
@@LaurenLesley Thanks so much for response Laura. I actually watched the interview last week and wish I had been there live to ask questions but still found it helpful. Keep up the good work, your designs are awesome btw ❤❤
Hi, do you upload a pattern that is not repeated ? Like just 1 pattern. Or do you upload the pattern repeated ? I'm visually a bit confused what to upload. Hope that makes sense. Also the shirt in the youtube thumbnail is very pretty I think and looks nice on you ✨👍
hey there, the pattern you upload should ideally be in repeat! They do have an option for placement prints as well, but they primarily sell repeats so I'd recommend that option. :)
I don’t have a step-by-step registration on my channel, but if you’re having trouble I’d recommend reaching out to Patternbank support directly. Best of luck! 👍
Hey Lauren, first of all thank you. I wanted to apply as a designer on patternbank. What i'm not sure about is, it says to upload 12 samples...but thats it. Do the samples have to be a certain size, do they have to be layered? Or can it be just jpgs?
Hi Propela, to be safe, I'd upload a PSD or AI file with layers and I'd make the size 12X12 in 300 dpi. If you do that and your patterns don't have any repeat mistakes then you should be approved the first time around! I'm having a Live Call with a guy from Patternbank over in the Design Tribe FB Group on Jan 29th. You should join if you haven't already!! We'll have a Q+A session at the end. :)
Great video 👍 can you please help also guiding how can I join as they have some pattern submission then getting there approval etc. What kind of patterns to submit to get approved asap??
Thank you! 🤗 I'd recommend submitting a commercial pattern in one of their main categories such as florals or geometrics. They personally review every pattern you submit, which I actually appreciate, because their website only shows quality designs. Make sure your pattern is clean, layers are separated, and your repeat is seamless. I believe it's first come, first serve so there's no such thing as "asap," but just do quality work and upload regularly!
Thanks for your question! Yes, Patternbank gives an equal 50% split for payments, and they pay Paypal fees, which is pretty good for a stock site. Many sites take a higher percentage than that. :)
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Thank you so much Lesley for sharing, it was very informative! Love your work! ❤️
You're so welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful. 🤗
Hi, I'm an artist and would like to know how to get accepted into patternbank. I understand that I must upload 12 patterns, but what is the size, what kind of file? what do they expect these patterns to be accepted? these are some of my questions, I'm grateful if you can help me !!!!!
hey Cássia! My recommendation is 12" x 12" inches in 300 dpi. They accept Illustrator (ai) or Photoshop (psd) files. Make sure you keep editable layers in Photoshop if you submit psd files. In order to find some idea, please look at their trends at patternbank.com/trends
Best of luck! ✨
I was wondering if you had any information on how taxes work with selling on PatternBank. Not sure if you're in the US, but would the earnings essentially be taxed by the amount reported through paypal?
In terms of point 4, what do you think about using art from public domain? Quite often the license on them allows all use including incorporating into own design and resale.
Yes, you can always use anything from public domain but it's not always the most original :)
Lauren thank you for this video! I'm finding it difficult to find resources on pattern bank besides their own site. I was wondering if you might be able to answer this question for me. When they say you can't sell the same designs on other sites do they mean the actual design? Does this include print on demand where I would be selling a product not the design? Would love that clarification if you know. Thanks!
Hi Shannon, yes that includes sites like print on demand. The reason for this is because Patternbank's customers don't want to have the same design that's selling on a site like Society 6, for example. Does that make sense? I know it makes it difficult for us artists who aren't always sure which sites sell the best and where we can get the most bang for our time & energy, but at this point, this is Patternbank's policy. Not all sites have this policy, however, so if it's a big turn off for you maybe consider selling on a site like Creative Market instead. :) Best of luck!
@@LaurenLesley yeah that makes complete sense, just wanted to clarify it just incase. Thanks for the response very helpful! 😊
Nice video, there´s other websites like patternbank or this is the only one for pattern design?
There are other sites like Spoonflower but I think Patternbank pays the designer more. 🤗
Hello, I'm very new to all this, but I like the idea of it. I create original artwork as well as original photography. I then use my art or photos to create patterns with a kaleidoscope type of app. I don't think the images are high quality. Is there a way to do that, after I've made them?
It’s such a great idea! I’d recommend trying a similar effect in Photoshop to maintain high resolution. 🤗🤗
Hi, Can you please make a video on patternbank application tutorial. Its a bit confusing. Thank you.
To apply you need to have an online portfolio and a social media account (IG, twitter, etc.). You also need to submit 10-12 patterns. You can submit the patterns in JPG, AI or PSD format. I submitted them in JPG format. It wasn't a problem. My application got accepted within 24 hours. It's not a big deal, go ahead.
@@annaj.6577 Thank you so much Dear 😌
You’re very welcome!
Thanks for this helpful video!
You're so welcome!
Hi,Lauren.I wonder if the elements of the designs have to be in a separate layers or only every color(could i merge every elements with the same color on one layer)?
Yes, you can use color separated layers only and merge the design elements onto one layer. I like to keep a separate copy incase I ever want to move motifs around easily, but that does take up a lot of storage space. It just depends on how you want to work, but having color separated layers for Patternbank files is ideal!
@@LaurenLesley thank you 😊
Not sure if I miss an information of duration time to wait for the team to give us a result. So I may ask how long we have to wait for their consideration after applying? Thank you.
hey there, I didn't ask Neil this question, but I'd give it 1-2 weeks. I'm sure it just depends on how many applications they received that week. :)
thanks Lauren Lesley, i have an urgent question. i want to sale my hand painted designs on pattern bank is their any other payment procedure available except PyPal? as its not available in my country. will wait for your reply
I believe it has to be PayPal. I'm sorry it's not available in your country! Maybe it will be available in the future. You can try other sites like Creative Market or Shutterstock. 💖
Thanks for sharing! Is pattern bank exclusive? the designs submitted there for sale or for application should not be uploaded in any other POD website?
They want it to be exclusive.. in my mind, it’s especially important if it’s a Buy Out aka sold for the higher price point and immediately drops off the website.
Hi, I found the consistent flicking around your mouse on the page and scrolling back and up again difficult to focus on, especially what you were showing and explaining;, other than that there was some good information in this.
Thanks for your feedback!
How do you go about watermarking your seamless patterns? Newbie here
I use an application on Mac called Automator. 👍
@@LaurenLesley thank you!!
Hi I want to know about repeat . You showed a premium design whose dimension was 16 inch by 16 inch . Does this canvas size include repeat ?
I believe most Patternbank designs would be in repeat. Dimension doesn't matter so much as long as it's large enough to work with if it's a raster file. Vector can be any size. Hope that helps!
thanks for your help . 😊
Could you also make a video on how to create different colour way on photoshop , its mentioned when we upload our design . Does this mean adding different colors to same design ? Can we make different colour ways on jpgs of the design ?
What is pantone colour separated art work mean ? Does this mean colour separation of the design ? My designs are usually on photoshop with RGB colour profile. I also want to know , what does separating elements in individual file mean?
I shall be very grateful to you if you answer these queries .
Thanks ,
Best regards,
Amna
Does it matter if you one uses iPad and not a laptop/pc for designing and submitting patterns. Some designers mention tablets do not allow to share files as clients request? Thanks in advance
It's possible with Procreate to create a layered file and export as a PSD. You could potentially make it work! There's also Affinity Photo and Affinity Designer for the iPad that you might want to look into. You could potentially export to PSD or AI from there as well. I imagine the tech will improve for iPad within a few years, but right now, at least for me, the most efficient way is to draw motifs in Procreate, but finish up in Photoshop on a real computer. I hope that helps! :)
@@LaurenLesley Thanks a lot 🌸
Can I use Procreate to make patterns for Patternbank?
You can, but I find Procreate more difficult to use than other programs for making repeats. I love drawing in Procreate, then exporting to Photoshop to do the repeat patterns. It's just way easier! You could also use Affinity Photo if you don't want a subscription.
Hi Lauren! Normally how long it takes for Patternbank to reply after the application? Thanks a lot!
Hey there! I’m not totally sure, but I’d give it a couple of weeks. I’m sure it depends on the backlog of how many people have applied during that timeframe. :) Best of luck!!
Good to know! Your videos are very helpful, keep up the good work ❤️
Thanks so much for this video, I couldn't find any other contributors on Pattern Bank. I tried applying but was put off because one of their requirements is for you to be already selling your designs via your own website. Is this true? Do I still need my own website to apply? Thanks
Aww, I wish you could have joined the Live call so we could have asked Neil directly. My understanding is I don't think you need to be *selling* your designs on a website, but any professional designer is expected to have a portfolio website to display your work. Patternbank only wants professional designers contributing to their site and this is a good indicator of a designer's skill level. My advice is to make a portfolio website (I use Squarespace) to display your talent! Best of luck 🤗💖🤗💖
@@LaurenLesley Thanks so much for response Laura. I actually watched the interview last week and wish I had been there live to ask questions but still found it helpful. Keep up the good work, your designs are awesome btw ❤❤
@@Pyxelles thank you so much!! 🥰🤗
dear lauren i submit 10 design smaples in pattern after that they will not reply how can i get the feedback or help me how to login
Unfortunately, I don't think it's possible for them to give feedback to every submission. Best of luck!
Can you sell sewing pattern on patternbank?
Hi, do you upload a pattern that is not repeated ? Like just 1 pattern. Or do you upload the pattern repeated ?
I'm visually a bit confused what to upload. Hope that makes sense.
Also the shirt in the youtube thumbnail is very pretty I think and looks nice on you ✨👍
hey there, the pattern you upload should ideally be in repeat! They do have an option for placement prints as well, but they primarily sell repeats so I'd recommend that option. :)
@@LaurenLesley thank you!
@@LaurenLesley I got another question, if I get accepted can I sell the patterns or designs I allready showed or uploaded for the application ?
Is there any step by step registration process on your channel. I am getting stuck on few steps while registering. Kindly help.
I don’t have a step-by-step registration on my channel, but if you’re having trouble I’d recommend reaching out to Patternbank support directly. Best of luck! 👍
Hey Lauren, first of all thank you. I wanted to apply as a designer on patternbank. What i'm not sure about is, it says to upload 12 samples...but thats it. Do the samples have to be a certain size, do they have to be layered? Or can it be just jpgs?
Hi Propela, to be safe, I'd upload a PSD or AI file with layers and I'd make the size 12X12 in 300 dpi. If you do that and your patterns don't have any repeat mistakes then you should be approved the first time around! I'm having a Live Call with a guy from Patternbank over in the Design Tribe FB Group on Jan 29th. You should join if you haven't already!! We'll have a Q+A session at the end. :)
Thank you very much
@@propelakarlson7260 hi how are you doing?
@@bijayapokharel730 fine, thanks. How are you?
@@propelakarlson7260 haha i got rejected at my 1st attempt
hello.. lesley I'm a designer, how do I register on patternbank for a designer to sell his work?
There are instructions on Patternbank's website. Best of luck!
Ok thanks @@LaurenLesley good website recomendations for beginners?
Hi is AI generated pattern also can be sold? Or half assisted by AI? x
Great video 👍 can you please help also guiding how can I join as they have some pattern submission then getting there approval etc. What kind of patterns to submit to get approved asap??
Thank you! 🤗 I'd recommend submitting a commercial pattern in one of their main categories such as florals or geometrics. They personally review every pattern you submit, which I actually appreciate, because their website only shows quality designs. Make sure your pattern is clean, layers are separated, and your repeat is seamless. I believe it's first come, first serve so there's no such thing as "asap," but just do quality work and upload regularly!
great info, thank you Lauren❤!
You're so welcome!
Is it good as side hustle for teens
Yes, it would be an excellent side hustle for anyone! I'm jealous it wasn't around when I was a teenager. 🤣
@@LaurenLesley 😂
Quick question. Is it true that Patternbank only pays 50% of our fees?
Thanks for your question! Yes, Patternbank gives an equal 50% split for payments, and they pay Paypal fees, which is pretty good for a stock site. Many sites take a higher percentage than that. :)
@@LaurenLesley Thanks for the info, Lauren. And thank you for the video. Good job
You're most welcome! 🤗💖
high quality photos on png?
For Patternbank, you need more than just a png file. Photoshop or Illustrator is required. Best of luck! 💖
Hey! I live in India. Can I sell on Patternbank?
Of course!
WTF?! They price your art for you?! Even if they do just on Premiums that is just ... eh -.-'
Yes, they do. :)