How to Respect Test Knitters and Still Meet Deadlines
I want to revisit something a few test knitters mentioned recently. In their responses to my recent question about red flags that scare them off, …
Posts from: June 2021
How to Build a Good Relationship with your Tech Editor
This month, I’ve talked a lot about the test knitter experience and how a test knitter is different from a tech editor. To round things …
Test Knit Red Flags: Part Two of Test Knitters Tell All
Hey designers: your test knit requirements may be throwing up all sorts of red flags. If you’re thinking about how to structure a good test …
The Geniality Sweater is Here!
UPDATE: As of August 2022, this pattern has been retired and is no longer available for sale. If you see it offered on any platform, …
Tech Editing and Test Knitting: When Do You Need Them?
There’s a lot of confusion in the knitting world about the differences and similarities between tech editing and test knitting. Some people use the terms …
Garden Update: Life After the First Flush of Roses
It’s June, and the roses are fading after their first flush here. Rose season starts early in Ventura, and the first flush is usually well …
Test Knitters Tell All: Part One
I’ve been thinking a lot about test knitters lately. In particular, I’ve been puzzling over what makes for a good test knit experience and what …
A Triple Test Knit Opportunity for Curious Knitters
I’ve got a test knit opportunity for you! You see, I have three socks coming out this summer in collaboration with Camellia Fiber Company, and …
Free Printable: Tracker for Indie Yarn Shop Updates
I love indie-dyed yarn. There’s just one problem: it can be hard to keep track of all the upcoming indie yarn shop updates. That makes …