With over 20 years' experience knitting, I have encountered many different styles of patterns and know the importance of a clear, correct and accessible pattern. I've completed the "Learn to Tech Edit Knitting" course by The Tech Editor Hub and offer a range of services to knitwear designers. Take a look at the services, cost and workflow info below and if you have any questions please get in touch.
Tech Editing:
Checking your pattern to ensure consistency in style, no errors in terminology or spelling and that the pattern is clear to follow and makes sense to the reader. I will check to a style sheet, if provided. The maths of the pattern will be thoroughly checked ensuring stitch counts are correct, that different sizes are accurate to size charts used and that the gauge will provide the intended size. Charts and written instructions will be checked to ensure they match and are correct to the stitch pattern and numbers provided.
An idea of time/costs:
Accessories (Socks, Shawls, etc), 1-3 hrs
Garments (Jumpers, Cardigans, T-shirts, etc), 3-5 hrs
Complex Garments (Jumpsuits, etc), 4-7 hrs
Grading:
Providing multiple sizes, based from one size provided. I am happy to work to the sizing chart of your choice, I do have a chart I have developed which combines more measurements than some standards. I can provide the measurements and stitch counts only or add into your draft pattern. I can incorporate stitch pattern shaping and create charts. As each pattern is unique and the requirements of each designer are different, quotes will be individualised.
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A rough guide of time/costs:
Simple garment, 5-8 hours
Complex garment, 8-12 hours
Charts:
Creating charts from written instructions or converting charts into written instructions. The time this takes drastically varies depending on complexity and work completed will need to be tech edited, I can organise this or you can source your own.
Costs
Tech editing, grading and charting are all charged at £25/hour. Work will be billed to the nearest 15 minutes and will not exceed the agreed quote.​
How does it work?
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Get in touch via the contact form on this site or by email (cory@corysydee.co.uk)
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I'll email you back with my availability and answer any questions you may have about the services to be provided.
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I'll provide a quote for the work.
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You decide if you want to go ahead. Once the service, cost and deadline has been agreed and you give me the go ahead, I'll get to work!