Pattern Writing for Beginners

A virtual class with Heather Storta

Sept 10, 5:00–7:00pm CDT

You have come up with an original design and knit it. Now you need to write the pattern. Heather shows you how to get started with the very basics of writing knitting patterns.

Writing a pattern for hand knits is simply another type of technical writing. Once you know the standards, it becomes less intimidating! Although there are many styles of pattern writing, they all include the same key elements and content. Heather will cover what information should be provided in your patterns and will go over different ways of presenting directions. This is a writing class, not a design class.

Special skills or knowledge needed to take this class:
Be familiar with knitting patterns.

Supply List
Knitting Basics: Sharp scissors, Notebook, Pen or pencil with eraser, Stitch markers, Tapestry needles (large and small), Tape measure, Small calculator, Needles and crochet hooks of various sizes
Optional:
• Gauge swatch
• Draft pattern notes
• Word processing application.

Limited optional pre-class work.