{"product_id":"the-knitting-pattern-writing-handbook-9781635866254","title":"The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake your knitting knowledge to the next level with this helpful guidebook from two professional knitting tech editors that sets much-needed standards for writing clear, accurate instructions—perfect for those interested in writing and selling original patterns.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"This much needed guide is filled with industry secrets and standards, making it invaluable to new and experienced knitwear designers alike. I cannot wait to share this book with my design students!” -Safiyyah Talley, author of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eKnit 2 Socks in 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e     Knitting patterns are notorious for inaccuracies in measurements and confusing directions—but no more!\u003ci\u003e The Knitting Pattern Writing Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e     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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e     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.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Storey Publishing, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67855725691058,"sku":"9781635866254","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0536\/7418\/0786\/files\/9781635866254.jpg?v=1793552536","url":"https:\/\/shop.hachettebookgroup.com\/products\/the-knitting-pattern-writing-handbook-9781635866254","provider":"Hachette Book Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}