Knitting and Crochet Pattern Writing

Yarn companies - working from your samples and measurements, I can write a pattern collection in your house style, I also offer maths checking and editing on first or final proof patterns
Designers - if you're working towards a season collection or to a publishing deadline, I can work from your samples or finished garments to write instructions, or maths check and edit your patterns
Magazines - instructions maths checked and edited, also patterns rewritten in your editorial style
Book publishers - technical editing on knitting and crochet patterns on first or final layout, or pattern writing support for your authors

Experience

22 years working in the knitwear and needlecraft industries
Employed at Hayfield (UK yarn company, part of Sirdar) for five years, writing and maths checking knitting and crochet patterns for men, women, children and babies, also home items
Self publish a range of knitting and crochet patterns
Author of knitting and crochet books, working with craft publishers David & Charles (see book page for more information)
Magazines including part-works
Teaching knitting and crochet design and pattern writing

Knitting Pattern Writing and Editing Services

clear, concise instructions from one size to multiple sizes
maths checking

Crochet Pattern Writing and Editing Services

converting from UK to US crochet terms, and vice versa
clear, concise instructions from one size to multiple sizes
maths checking

Technical Editor for Knitting and Crochet

maths checking
knitting charts, either colour or stitch symbols
crochet charts
yarn amounts
inclusion of all information in clear, concise text
proficiency in a wide range of knitting techniques including cables, lace, entrelac, modular knitting, intarsia
proficiency in a wide range of crochet techniques including motifs, lace, colour patterns, texture stitches

Fees
Per hour or batches by negotiation.

Please contact me for a schedule of fees, or for a quote, or to discuss your requirements in the strictest confidence. Examples of knitting and crochet patterns available on request.

Please note, this is not a design service, or a sample garment knitting service, nor are the services available for private individuals.


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