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The Beginners Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns

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Create custom knitting patterns to share and sell!

Writing clear, easy-to-follow knitting patterns is easier than you think! In The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns, knitting expert Kate Atherley provides everything you need to know to share your projects with fellow knitters. This one-stop guide includes concrete guidelines with lots of examples on everything from pattern writing basics, to schematics and charts, to handling multiple sizes, establishing a personal style sheet, and more. The book addresses the details of how to create complete, clear and easy-to-use knitting patterns, for any type of design, and for any level of knitter. You'll also find details on:

    Pattern structure and elements
    Formatting and layout
    How to go from test knitting to a final publication
    Online platforms, processes, and good business practices
    An introduction to important copyright laws
A basic pattern template and resources are also provided. Whether you're looking to share a project with a close friend or your growing online customer base, The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns is the comprehensive guide that can help you translate your project into a set of instructions that any knitter can follow.

Industry Reviews

"Everything a knitter needs to complete a project. An insider's view of pattern design, presented in a surprisingly readable package. There's an abundance of information here, and designers of all skill levels who are interested in improving the structure and presentation of their knitting patterns will gain much from Atherley's expertise." --Library Journal, Starred Review

"Kate provides everything you need to know to share the designs for your knitted creations. All steps are clearly laid out and broken down, and include writing basic patterns, schematics and charts for all types of design and all levels of knitter." --Let's Knit

"A good reference for any knitter who wants to better understand the language of patterns and the experienced designer looking to improve pattern-writing skills." --Yarn Market News

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Yarn Weight	No. & Name USA	Knitting Tension (Guage)	Suggested Needle Size	Crochet Tension (Guage)	Suggested Hook Size
2-3 Ply	0: Lace	27-32 sts	2.25 - 3.25mm	32-42 sts*	1.5mm- 2.25mm
4 Ply	1: Super Fine	23-26 sts	2.50 - 3.50mm	21-32 sts	2.25-3.5mm
5 Ply	2: Fine	22-25 sts	2.75 – 3.75mm	16-20 sts	3.50-4.50mm
8 Ply	3: Light	21-24 sts	3.75 – 4.50mm	12-17 sts	4.50-5.50mm
10 Ply	4: Medium	16-20 sts	4.50 – 5.50mm	11-14 sts	5.50-6.50mm
12 Ply	5: Bulky	12-15 sts	5.50 – 8.00mm	8-11 sts	6.50-9.0mm
14 Ply	6: Super Bulky	6-11 sts	8.0mm – 12.75mm	7-9 sts	9.0-15mm
15 Ply +	7: Jumbo	6 or less sts	12.75mm +	6 or less sts	15mm+

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