Clear, accurate patterns — without the stress.
Publishing a knitting pattern should feel exciting, not nerve‑wracking. My tech editing service helps you release patterns that are clear, consistent, and knitter‑friendly, so your customers can focus on enjoying their knitting — and you can publish with confidence.
I work exclusively with knitting patterns and bring years of hands‑on experience as a knitter, designer, test knitter, and tech editor to every edit.
This service is for knitwear designers who want:
- Fewer pattern questions and support emails
- Clear, logical instructions knitters can trust
- Professional, polished patterns ready for sale
Request a tech editing quote for your pattern!
What Tech Editing Does for Your Pattern
Tech editing isn’t just about catching typos. It’s about making sure your pattern works — across sizes, sections, and skill levels.
When I tech edit your pattern, I:
- Check stitch counts, row counts, shaping, and math for accuracy
- Review grading and size consistency across the entire pattern
- Flag unclear, confusing, or contradictory instructions
- Ensure terminology, abbreviations, and formatting are consistent
- Assess flow and readability from a knitter’s perspective
The result: a pattern that knits up as intended and feels intuitive to follow.
Why Work With Me?
I’m not just an editor — I’m part of the knitting community.
- Knitter since 2003
- Test knitter since 2012
- Designer since 2016
- Tech editor since 2018
- Multiple professional tech editing courses completed
Because I design and knit patterns myself, I understand how knitters actually read and use patterns — and where things tend to go wrong. My feedback is practical, respectful, and focused on helping you create the best possible version of your design.
Curious about patterns I’ve edited? Check out this Pinterest Board.
How the Process Works
Working with me as your tech editor is simple and stress-free:
- Receive a custom quote based on length, complexity, and sizing
- Submit your pattern using the quote request form
- Approve the quote and timeline
- Get your edited pattern back with detailed notes and feedback as well as next steps.
You stay in control of all final decisions — my role is to support you, not rewrite your design voice.
Pricing
Clear pricing. No surprises.
- Hourly Rate: $35 CAD, with a 1-hour minimum. After the first hour, time is billed in 15-minute increments—because precision matters, even in billing.
- Payments Accepted: Credit card, PayPal, or e-Transfer. Invoices are conveniently sent via PayPal.
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
Need it fast? I offer rush editing with a 48-hour turnaround at a priority rate.
Ready to Publish With Confidence?
A well‑tech‑edited pattern saves you time, protects your reputation, and creates a better experience for your knitters.
Want a head start? Here’s a checklist to help you prepare your pattern for tech editing.
Ready when you are. Let’s make something beautiful together.