As a pattern designer, you’re a creative genius, crafting unique and beautiful designs that captivate knitters. But behind every stunning pattern lies a crucial collaborator – your tech editor. They are the unsung heroes who help refine your work, making it accessible and error-free. But READ MORE
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Tips from your Tech Editor: Rows and Rounds in Patterns
Knitting is not just a craft; it’s a therapeutic journey filled with creativity and endless possibilities. However, amidst the colorful yarn and intricate stitches, there’s one aspect of pattern language that can sometimes trip up even the most experienced crafters: distinguishing between rows and rounds. READ MORE
Tips from your Tech Editor: The Power of Abbreviations and Glossaries
Knitting is not just a craft; it’s a vibrant and inclusive community where creativity thrives, and knowledge is shared. In this close-knit world of yarn and needles, one of the common questions we often encounter is, “What does that abbreviation mean?” Whether you’re a seasoned READ MORE
7 Steps to Wet Blocking a Hand Knit Shawl
Completing a hand-knit shawl is a gratifying moment for any knitter. However, before you can proudly display your creation, there’s one crucial step left: blocking. Blocking is the process of shaping and setting your stitches to achieve the best possible outcome. Wet blocking, in particular, READ MORE
4 Common Mistakes When Handling Customer Feedback for Knitting Patterns
Designing knitting patterns requires dedication and creativity, and it’s not uncommon to encounter negative feedback along the way. Instead of dwelling on those moments, it’s essential to turn them into opportunities for growth. In this blog post, we’ll explore four common mistakes that designers make READ MORE
Knitting Socks with Comfort: A Guide to Modifying Sock Patterns for Bunions
We recently received a query from Barb, a lovely knitter from Calgary, who was looking for sock patterns suitable for bunions. Realizing that this topic could be valuable to many others facing a similar challenge, we decided to share our insights here. Bunions vary in READ MORE
Foot Anatomy: Understanding the Instep, Arch, and Sole
Our feet are the unsung heroes that carry us through life’s journey. These remarkable structures deserve our attention and care as they serve as the foundation of our mobility. To fully grasp the marvel of our feet, it is essential to explore the fascinating concepts READ MORE
Designing Knitwear: The Basics of Writing Knitting Patterns
Are you ready to take the next step in knitting? What’s the next step? Designing knitwear! Writing your own knitting patterns for custom knitwear is a great way to express your creativity and create items that fit perfectly with your style. Whether you are an READ MORE
The Art of Blocking: How to Perfectly Shape Your Hand-Knit Hat
Knitting a hat is a labor of love, and every knitter wants their creation to look its absolute best. Enter blocking – a magical finishing touch that can transform your hand-knit hat from lovely to stunning. Blocking is a technique used to shape and set READ MORE