If you starting as a surface pattern designer and you want to sell your design, you should know the importance of a mock up. Show how your pattern looks in a real product could be more appealing for people to buy your design.
I really like to see my design appear in a product, even if its not real, I also could see if my designs need any adjustment and if it ready for print.
I made a video tutorial on how to make a mock up for your pattern design, I hope it could be somewhat helpful, before that, here is my pattern designs in mock ups I made using pictures I found on the internet.
And here is the tutorial :)
