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Episode 50: Saving $ on Editing
Check spelling Double check your abbreviations. Make sure that you are consistent with their use and that all abbreviations are in your glossary. Double check notions to ensure that if it’s mentioned in the pattern, it’s listed. Give yourself some time and then double check your numbers. Do stitch/row counts create size suggested. Check that…
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Episode 49: Stephan Browne-Blackman
I had a wonderful time talking with Stephan Browne-Blackman of Steph Made That. He’s a new crochet and knit designer with amazingly creative ideas. Steph is new, but well worth keeping an eye on. To find Stephan: Instagram YouTube Ravelry Pinterest Mentioned by Stephan: TL Yarncrafts Intsagram
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Episode 48: Sizes and Schematics
I share a little about sizing information that should be included on your pattern. Grading Resoursces: Inclusive Size Resources for Designers – Kim McBrien Evans Sizing With Spreadsheets — Swanky Emu Knits Jill Wolcott Knits Ysolda Teague Craft Yarn Council Woolly Wormhead Size Charts for Purchase, ASTM—American Society for Testing and Materials Standard Tables for…
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Episode 47: Gary Boston
This month I talk with Gary Boston, another avid Aids Lifecycle supporter and budding knit designer. Here about his Aids Lifecycle and design journey. Gary’s Designs on Ravelry Gary’s Ravelry Group, KAL’s and CAL’s are run here Gary’s Instagram: @gary_knits_gary_rides @Destash4Good My AIDS/Lifecycle Page End AIDS KAL/CAL FAQ AIDS/Lifecyle Homepage Thank you, Gary, for teaching…
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Episode 46: The Supply List
I take a dive (can’t say it’s deep) into what should go into your supply list on your pattern. Resources The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook: How to Write Great Patterns that Knitters Will Love to Make, by Kristina McGrath & Sarah Walworth The Beginner’s Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns, by Kate Atherly TKGA Pattern Writing…
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Episode 45: Eli Saetnan
I talked with Eli Saetnan, a knitter and designer that devotes her knitting to charity. Email Ko-fi Patterns on Ravelry My Aids LifeCycle fundraising page Aids LifeCycle: to learn more about the ride I also have a blog, where I’ve written about why I do the ride among other things
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Episode 44: Why Tech Edit?
Tech Editing is Crucial for Clear and Effective Communication In today’s digital age, maintaining a professional image and credibility is crucial for businesses and brands. One often overlooked aspect of this is the importance of tech editing. Tech editing plays a vital role in ensuring effective communication and brand reputation management. Tech editing refers to…
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Episode 43: Paul Haesemeyer
We revisit Paul Haesemeyer and hear about his Latvian experience! Links to Paul: Instagram: @paul.haze30 Website To sign up for newsletter Links from Paul Pace yarn Article on Modern Daily Knitting The common sheep breed is known as the Latvian Blackface. These local sheep begin to appear in the mid-19th century and were improved by…
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Episode 42: Updates and Tech Revisited
What Tech Tools am I using Today? PDF readers and annotators PDF Marker: Mac Only (Simple, clean, and free, available in the App store) Document Layout Affinity Publisher Schematics Affinity Designer/Vector Graphics good Facebook groups for questions Vectornator now Linearity Curve Photo Editing Affinity Photo Charting Software Chart Minder, online, limited, but available free, can…
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Episode 41: Updates and Book Review
Today I let you know what’s coming in the near future, talk about a new book on my bookshelf, and give a little insight into the trip I just returned from. The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook, Kristina McGrath & Sarah Walworth Tech Tip Talk I visited so many wonderful places on my trip. These…