Author: Crystal

Let’s color our to spring with my February Free Floral Coloring Page! Print, color and post your work to Instagram by tagging @Crystal_Whitlow to … More February Free Floral Coloring Page »

I thought it would be fun to engage with my Instagram followers by hosting a coloring page contest! Everyone who participated received 1 of … More January Coloring Page »

If this was helpful for you, please consider buying me a coffee. ☕️ Buy me a coffee How to create an unboxing experience for … More How to Create an Unboxing Experience for Your Portfolio »

Now that I had a day to settle in, I’m planning to walk around to see if I can find the school and order … More Walking the Streets of Valencia – Day 4 »

After a long night sleeping at the airport, I boarded the plane and off I went. I basically slept the whole flight as I … More Arriving in Valencia – Day 3 »

After a very long flight with very little sleep, I have arrived in Switzerland. I have 22 hours until my flight leaves for Valencia. … More Layover in Zurich, Switzerland – Day 2 »

The day is here! I am being so in the moment, and that is my intentions throughout this whole adventure. Today I begin my … More Day 1 – Traveling to Spain »

Apple cinnamon, pumpkins and leaves, oh my! 😊 Who is ready for fall? Better question, who is ready for fabrics for your next fall … More 12 Fabrics for Your Next Fall Project »

“You need a niche!” Is all I have heard since I have graduated from college. With my diploma in one hand and my tablet … More Choosing an Industry for Surface Pattern Design »

Trick or treat?!? 🎃 This is no trick and all treats! That’s right! I’m freely giving you my Free Halloween Party Printables! 👻 If … More Free Halloween Party Printables »

Goal Setting for 2019/2020 If becoming a surface pattern designer was like going for a walk, I feel like my route can be compared … More Goal Setting for Surface Pattern Design »

Goal Setting | Mark Your Mission: Why Are You Here? Discovering my why on being coming a surface pattern designer. Why am I here? … More Why Did I Join Flourish? »

Eeek! I finally uploaded my floral SVG birthday card design from my Daphney collection! After completing my Daphney Surface Pattern collection, I wanted to … More Floral SVG Birthday Card Design »

Happy Birthday, America!  To kick off America’s 243rd birthday, I’ve created 4 new 4th of July cut files for you. Check out the bundle … More 4th of July Cut Files »

I need s’more time to make s’more surface pattern designs! To say that I don’t have enough time in the day would be an … More S’more Surface Pattern Design »

What does summer mean to you? To me, it’s a season to embrace life’s precious moments. I spend more time with people I love, … More Life S’more Fun With You! Greeting Card »

Hey, my crafty friends! Summertime is back and that means it’s time to break out the lemons. I love this fruit as a Lemon … More When life gives you lemons DIY Card »

Every pattern deserves to look its best. Knowing how your pattern will look on real fabric is one of the greatest excitements. These mockups … More 6 Useful Fabric Mockup Images »

It’s time to pucker up, Sweet Cheeks! It’s also most Valentine’s day! To combine my love for yetis and Valentine’s Day, I created this … More Valentine’s Day Yeti Pattern »

As a pattern designer, you are always looking for great places to showcase your pattern. One of the bets places to feature a pattern … More 7 Fantastic Curtain Mockup Images »

At the time I’m writing this post it’s January 21st, and I had made a goal to send my closes friends a birthday card … More Unbelievable Birthday, Yeti Themed Birthday Card »

I don’t know if it’s because I was born in January, or that I love the snow, but I know that I have a … More Chillin Yeti Pattern Design »

Ready or not, we I come 2019! Where am I going? I’ll tell you… Towards a successful career where I establish myself as a … More Pink Feather Surface Pattern Collection – Floating Paloma »

Feast your eyes! Listed below are 21 Great Bedding Mockup Images for you to use for your patterns! These are some of the best … More 21 Great Bedding Mockup Images »

Hey Ladies! Are you ready for the new year? As we count down to 2019 or currently living it, download my free 2019 calendar … More Free 2019 Calendar with Watercolor Florals with Free Confidence Quotes »

Looking for the perfect holiday cut files deck the halls this season? Check out this list of the top 8 Etsy Holiday Gift Guide for … More Etsy Holiday Gift Guide for Silhouette Cameo Crafters »

Check out this sweet gingerbread Christmas party pack to bring Christmas cheer to your friends and your home! ‘Twas the gingerbread party, when into … More Gingerbread Christmas Party Pack »

Growing up in Texas, I always understood Fall as brown, dead leaves and marginally cooler weather that was a relief from the blistering summer … More Thanksgiving Harvest Party Pack »

How to Print and Cut with Silhouette Cameo Learning how to print and cut with your silhouette cameo is so much fun you won’t … More How to Print and Cut with Silhouette Cameo »

Candy Corn Theme Halloween Party If you haven’t been to my new Etsy shop yet, (Print my Party) then you wouldn’t know that I … More Candy Corn Theme Halloween Party – Free Printable »

Grow Your Email List With Quizzes! It’s every entrepreneurs’ goal to have an email list that has thousands of ideal subscribers. However, getting those subscribers … More Grow Your Email List With Quizzes »

Should you be a Graphic Designer? Should you be a Graphic Designer? Being a graphic designer is so much more than “making art on … More Should you be a Graphic Designer? Quiz »

Hey Guys! I’m so excited to give you the inside scoop on designing my surface pattern design, Emerald Forest! ^_^ Included in this post is … More Baby Bear SVG Free Download »

After working on a Spoonflower Design challenge for Princess Awesome, I transformed my dinosaur illustrations into cut files. As a bonus, I am giving … More Dinosaur Cut File – Free T-REX »

Whoop whoop! It’s time for this week’s paper cut craft! I don’t know about you, but I’m thrilled that I have managed to post … More Ice Cream Emoji – Paper Cut Craft »

Ready for this week’s featured paper cut file? Start your Keurig and turn on your Silhouette Cameo because today we are making this “Coffee … More Coffee First – Paper Cut Craft »

If you have been following my vlog on Youtube, you have heard that I have quit my day job and begin freelancing! Now that I … More Enjoy the Ride – Paper Craft Home Decor DIY Project with Silhouette Cameo »

As soon as I saw the power behind an iPad Pro, I knew I wanted to get one along with a few iPad Pro … More iPad Pro Accessories for Creative Female Entrepreneurs »

“Design is a funny word. Some people think design means how it ‘looks,’ but of course if you dig deeper, it’s really how it … More 10 Reasons To Hire A Professional Graphic Designer »

How to Pick the Perfect Color Palette Drum roll, please!!! Today I introduce to you, Corinna Ren! This woman is a mama, blogger, painter, … More How to Pick the Perfect Color Palette »

Grab your pen and paper because today you will learn 10 tips to improve your Etsy product photos! I am so thankful that Kate from … More 10 Tips to Improve Your Etsy Product Photos »

Hip-idee Hop-idee Easter is on its way! Decorate your home with this adorable watercolor easter bunny illustration designed by Cathrine Wheel. Instantly download it now on Creative … More Watercolor Easter Bunny »

Your Logo Is Not Your Brand Owch. Your logo is not your brand… for some of you, that may hurt. Let me explain why … More Your Logo Is Not Your Brand »

Free Valentine Craft – You’re an Ex-STRAW-dinary Friend! Do you want to make your own Valentine craft, but you need something that is adult … More Free Valentine Craft – You’re an Ex-STRAW-dinary Friend! »

Today’s blog post comes from Daphne and Luck of the Salt Design Co. Blog. These two beautiful women operate their own web design business … More Handy Design Tips for Your Website »

After I graduating college in 2016, I have been trying to unfold the mystery of Instagram. I tried desperately to post consistently, use all the right … More Instagram Secrets – Give Your Feed a Mini-Makeover »

For 2018, I have a goal to post one blog post a week. This goal is actually pretty hard when 13 billion things are … More 3 Resources I Use for Small Business Banking »

Using Pinterest, Instagram, Creative Market and Dribbble you can find inspirational artwork to get your creative juices pumping! I love when Instagram gives me … More Inspirational Pattern Designers You Need to Start Following »

If you are a designer, illustrator or creative with entrepreneurial goals this article will guide you through the necessary steps to Learn How to Start … More Learn How to Start Your Own Online Shop »