Tech Editing for Knitting Designers Who Want Clear, Error-Free Patterns
I help knitting designers turn their drafts into clear, consistent, and error-free patterns—so you can release with confidence and spend less time worrying about mistakes slipping through.
If you’re looking for a second set of eyes before publishing, I’d love to help.
Send your pattern for a quote
A little about how I work with designers
Tech editing, for me, is about supporting your design—not taking it over.
Every designer works a little differently, so I focus on keeping your voice intact while making sure the pattern is easy to follow, accurate, and consistent from start to finish.
Most of the time, I’m helping with:
- Stitch counts and grading checks
- Making sure instructions match across sizes
- Cleaning up formatting so everything reads clearly
- Checking charts against written instructions
- Flagging anything that might confuse a knitter in the real world
Basically: I try to catch the things that are easy to miss when you’ve been staring at a pattern for too long.
What it’s like to work with me
I like keeping things simple and straightforward.
- You send your pattern – A draft is perfect—PDF, Word, or Google Docs all work.
- I take a look and come back to you – I’ll confirm scope, timing, and pricing within {timeframe}, so you know exactly where things stand.
- I do a full tech edit pass – Careful, line-by-line review focusing on clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
- You get clear, usable feedback – No overwhelm—just organised notes you can work through at your own pace.
- I stick around for questions – If something doesn’t make sense in my notes, you can ask. No guessing needed.
Why designers tend to come back
The goal is always the same: make your life easier, not more complicated.
Designers I work with often tell me they appreciate:
- Feedback that’s clear and actionable
- A process that doesn’t slow them down
- Having someone who “gets” knitting patterns without needing things over-explained
- Feeling confident hitting publish
Experience
I’ve been tech editing knitting patterns since 2018, working across:
- Socks (a personal favourite)
- Shawls
- Garments
- Accessories
If you’d like examples of my work, you’ll find a Pinterest Board dedicated to them.
A quick note on pricing
Every pattern is a little different, so I price based on scope (length, sizing, and complexity).
Tech editing starts at $40 CAD.
Once I’ve seen your pattern, I’ll give you a clear quote so you can decide if it feels right—no pressure either way.
Typical Tech Editing Time Estimates
(Every pattern is different, but here’s a general guide to help you plan):
- Simple accessories: ~1 hour
- Multi-sized or more complex accessories: 2–3 hours
- Garments: 1–5 hours, depending on complexity
Ready when you are
If you’re looking for a tech editor who is thorough, easy to work with, and cares about the clarity of your final pattern, send me your draft.