FAQ for Techical Editing and Knitting

Why do I need my knitting pattern edited by a Tech Editor?

The goal for a knitting pattern designer is to publish a pattern that knitters love to knit so much that they share their enthusiasm with their knitting crew. If your pattern has errors, is hard to understand, or knitters can’t create the item based on the instructions included in the pattern, then knitters won’t enjoy knitting it. Your hard work deserves to be edited by a trained professional so it looks polished before test knitters even get started.

How much should I expect to pay for Technical Editing for my knitting pattern?

The industry average is approximately $30 (us dollars) per hour of work. Some editors have flat-rate pricing. The more intricate and complicated the pattern, the longer it will take to edit.

Where can I find resources for standard knitting abbreviations?

The Craft Yarn Council website has a lot of standards and guidelines information available to knitters, crocheters, designers, and editors. From abbreviations to size charts to yarn weights and more; the Craft Yarn Council is a valuable resource.

Do you have a Ravelry account?

I do have a Ravelry account. My personal account is pgoodchild, my Ravelry group is The Knitting Sox Kittens.