Creating template for client

So I know In order to become sqaurespace circle member, you need three active sites. 
 

luckily I have two clients who want to work with me to design their template. But how do I go about this since I’m not a circle member? And how do I ensure that it will be considered a site I designed to apply for circle ? 

Who's eligible to join?

The Circle is open to customers who have built or are contributors to at least three active Squarespace sites. At the time you apply, you must be a contributor to these sites and they must be on active billing plans.

How much does Circle membership cost?

Circle membership is currently free.

How do I join?

To apply to join the Circle:

1. Ensure that you're eligible. You must be a contributor to at least three active Squarespace sites.
2. Visit circle.squarespace.com/join-now.
3. Click Join Now.
4. Enter the email address and password you use to log into Squarespace.
5. If we recognize that your email address is linked to at least three paid sites, you'll be taken to the next step.
6. Follow the prompts to agree to the terms and conditions and, optionally, enter your website's URL.
7. After you're registered, you'll receive an official welcome email.

Why do I see a "Not Yet Eligible" message?

If you see a "Not Yet Eligible" message when you try to join, you may not have three or more active sites linked to your email address.

If you're not a contributor to at least three sites, sign up for our free guide to go further with Squarespace and start taking steps toward becoming a Circle member.

If you are a contributor to at least three sites, follow these steps to consolidate all of them under one email address:

1. Invite the email address as a contributor to each website you manage. This sends contributor invitations to the address.
2. Before accepting each invitation, log out of all Squarespace sites. Otherwise, you may see an error message when you try to accept.
3. Accept invitations to each website.
4. Reapply to the Circle.

Does websites have to be out of trial for me to apply to circle? Or can I still apply immediately after I successfully add 3 sites To my account ?

10 hours ago, CamishaB said:

Does websites have to be out of trial for me to apply to circle?

They must be on paid plans. Trials don't count.

Okay got it! Thank you !