An online program by Ita · 5 modules
From paper pattern to printable PDF.
I'll show you exactly how I digitize my own sewing patterns in Illustrator — tracing, grading sizes, adding markings and exporting files your customers can print at home. Video lessons and PDF guides, in English, at your own pace.
Why digital
Paper patterns are lovely. They're just hard to sell.
On paper
- Printed, folded and posted one order at a time
- Shipping can cost almost as much as the pattern
- Every size on one sheet — a tangle of lines to trace
- Mostly sold to people who can reach you
As a PDF
- Bought and downloaded in seconds, from anywhere
- Nothing to ship, nothing to restock
- Sizes on layers — print only the one you need
- Prints at home on A4 or Letter, or at a copy shop on A0
A note from Ita
I started by selling my sewing patterns online — now designing patterns is my full-time job. In this program I show you exactly what I use, and exactly how I digitize my own patterns, so you can do the same from home.
The program
Five modules, start to finish.
From setting up your workspace to sending a finished PDF to a customer. Each module comes with its own video lessons, guides and templates.
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Module 01
Your digital setup & workflow
Why Illustrator is the standard for pattern files, and how to set up a workspace with just a laptop, your phone and Wi-Fi.
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Module 02
Digitizing — two methods
The Photo Method for tracing and scaling a paper pattern, and the Grid Method for redrawing exact measurements in Illustrator.
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Module 03
Grading & technical markings
Organising your layers, grading into multiple sizes, and adding seam allowances, notches and grainlines properly.
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Module 04
Print-ready layouts
Reusable templates for A4, US Letter and A0 copy-shop printing, so your pattern prints correctly wherever your customer lives.
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Module 05
Export, packaging & delivery
Exporting PDFs the right way, designing clear sewing instructions, and packaging everything for digital delivery.
Included
The files I actually work with.
Nine downloads you can reuse for every pattern you make after this one.
- Folder structure template & Illustrator workspace
- Illustrator essentials guide for pattern making
- Calibration squares (A4 & US Letter)
- Before/after digitizing examples
- Pattern symbols cheat sheet
- Pre-structured layered pattern template
- A4, US Letter & A0 print templates
- Canva sewing instructions template
- Canva product delivery template
Who it's for
This is for you if…
- You sew, draft your own patterns, and want to sell them as PDFs
- You have paper patterns you'd like to sell beyond your local area
- You're not "a tech person" and want every step shown on screen
- You'd like an income from something you already love doing
What you'll need
A laptop, Illustrator, and a pattern.
That's it. No advanced tech skills — Module 1 sets up your workspace with you, step by step.
Join the program
Your first digital pattern starts here.
Sewing Goes Digital · full program
- 5 modules of video lessons & PDF guides
- 9 templates, checklists & cheat sheets
- A4, US Letter & A0 print layouts
- Canva instruction & delivery templates
- Instant access · yours for life
Secure checkout · taxes calculated at checkout
What's inside, exactly?
Five modules of video lessons, each with PDF guides and downloadable templates, checklists and cheat sheets. Everything is in English.
Do I need to know Illustrator already?
No. Module 1 walks you through setting up Illustrator and the essentials you'll actually use for pattern making.
How long do I have access?
For life. Go through it at your own pace and come back whenever you're working on a new pattern.
When can I start?
Right away — you get access as soon as your order goes through.
Is VAT included in the price?
The price is shown before VAT. It's added at checkout based on where you live.