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Episode 10: Why We're Not Worried About Pattern Copying

February 20, 2026·49 min
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Hot Cakes Episode 10: Why We’re Not Worried About Pattern CopyingIn this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules discuss the frequent allegations of pattern stealing/copying that crop up in the indie design world and how design inspiration and knitwear trends affect what patterns you see most often!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-FiWhere to find Jules (she/her): www.juliettepecautdesigns.com, instagram.com/juliettepecautdesignsMailing list: https://juliettepecautdesigns.com/pages/subscribeWhere to find Sara (they/she): www.bostonfibercompany.com, instagram.com/bostonfibercompanyJules is wearing: Pattern: Loons in Love by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Harrisville Designs ShetlandJules’ WIP: Pattern: Farasta by Juliette Pécaut, Yarn: Juliette Pécaut Designs Merino Fingering and Suri Silk LaceSara is wearing: Pattern: Vacation Vest by Park Williams, Yarn: Junkyarn CottonSara’s WIP: Pattern: Upstream Sweater by Alice Hoyle, Yarn: Upland Fiber Co Cor WorstedThings we mention:Hot Cakes Episode 2 — Stealing Patterns is Not CoolPatty Lyons What the Flip trickFlower Pattern controversyThe Loon SweaterSize Inclusive CollectiveSoutheastern New England FibershedWayland Farm Fiber Day (March 8)BPM Fiber Fest (March 21-22)Gore Place Sheep Shearing Festival (April 25)BFC Classes and Yarn Tasting with Cascade YarnsMusic by Steve Ingle

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