Knitting patterns are notorious for inaccuracies in measurements and confusing directions-but no more!


The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook sets new standards for clear, accurate pattern writing, walking aspiring and experienced designers alike through each must-have component of a thorough, well-written pattern, including how to devise and present gauge, charts, and sizing information that is correct and easy-to-follow. With a focus on how to make patterns accessible to contemporary knitters-especially beginning knitters-this much-needed reference book is destined to become a classic in an industry that is beginning to professionalize after decades (even centuries!) of informal and home-based instruction.


With 90,000 patterns being sold annually on the popular knitting community site Ravelry, there's a burgeoning group of indie knitwear designers eager for this guidance, provided by authors Kristina McGrath and Sarah Walworth, who host a monthly live broadcast on the technical aspect of knitting design.

About the Author

Kristina McGrath is an expert knitting tech editor and business owner who has worked with over 75 designers as well as multiple yarn companies. She shares articles on her website about pattern writing, tech editing, and design for knitting designers and cohosts Tech Tip Talk with Sarah Walworth. Together they have edited over 1500 knitting patterns. She can be found online at www.kristinamcgrath.com.

Sarah Walworth is the owner of the Tech Editor Hub (www.thetecheditorhub.com), which offers online courses for fiber designers and technical editors. Since 2016, she has worked with more than 80 independent knitwear designers and yarn companies. She is active in her local knitting guild in Dallas and teaches knitting classes at a local yarn shop, and cohosts Tech Tip Talk with Kristina McGrath. Together they have edited over 1,500 knitting patterns. She can be found online at www.sarahwalworth.com.

Book Information
ISBN 9781635866247
Author Kristina McGrath
Format Hardback
Page Count 176
Imprint Storey Publishing LLC
Publisher Workman Publishing
Weight(grams) 380g
Dimensions(mm) 206mm * 158mm * 16mm