Perfect Your Patterns with Professional Tech Editing Services
Looking for your crochet patterns to be polished and perfected?
Do you strive for perfection in every stitch, but sometimes struggle with pattern inconsistencies and errors?
Here is the secret… every crochet designer does!
Is this your crochet design journey?
Publish your crochet patterns with Confidence
Imagine transforming your crochet design business to deliver well-written and error free patterns to your customers consistently.
Your crochet garment patterns and designs are polished to perfection and you have a reputation for delivering quality patterns to your customers.
Instead of the time-consuming task of self-editing patterns, you can pour more energy into your true crochet passion – creating designs for unique and stylish crochet garments.
Your satisfied customers are your best brand ambassadors.
Does this sound like the dream for you and your crochet design business?
Then perhaps collaborating with a specialist Crochet Tech Editor is the key to your success.
I am a certified Crochet Tech Editor (also known as a Pattern Perfectionist or Pattern Checker) and offer quality technical editing services tailored specifically to meet the needs of talented designers like you.
By working with me, you can focus on what you do best – designing modern garments – while having peace of mind that your patterns are professionally edited to the highest standard.
What people are saying…
“Lyndsey’s attention to detail is amazing, and her subject knowledge is vast.
Her communication is consistent, and I look forward to working with Lyndsey again.
Thanks for walking alongside me as I venture into pattern writing.”
– Clare Hockley, CrochetClareyHockers
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Why Do I Need a Crochet Tech Editor?
Collaborating with a specialist Crochet Tech Editor can help you achieve your goals, and is cost effective.
Your crochet pattern writing style is unique to you, and I’m all about helping your personal crochet designer voice emerge.
I carefully curate your patterns inspired by your personal writing style, needs and taste. I use my eye for detail and high-quality processes to consistently deliver first rate tech edit services. I focus my attention on:
Clarity – are the instructions clear about what you want the maker to achieve.
Consistency – not only between pattern releases but also within the same pattern. For example do you always use 3tr to mean ‘treble once in each of the next three stitches’ or ‘three trebles in the next stitch’. Use of style sheets is key and if you don’t have one already I can help you with this.
Conciseness or brevity – have you written the instructions in an overly verbose manner which can cause confusion? Can the language be simplified to make the instruction clearer and less wordy?
Correctness or accuracy – are all of your stitch counts correct; does the gauge listed make the fabric sizes specified in the schematic or size charts? All of these are checked and tested.
Book a Tech Edit Slot
Why Do I Need a Crochet Tech Editor?
Collaborating with a specialist Crochet Tech Editor can help you achieve your goals, and is cost effective.
Your crochet pattern writing style is unique to you, and I’m all about helping your personal crochet designer voice emerge.
I carefully curate your patterns inspired by your personal writing style, needs and taste. I use my eye for detail and high-quality processes to consistently deliver first rate tech edit services. I focus my attention on:
Clarity – are the instructions clear about what you want the maker to achieve.
Consistency – not only between pattern releases but also within the same pattern. For example do you always use 3tr to mean ‘treble once in each of the next three stitches’ or ‘three trebles in the next stitch’. Use of style sheets is key and if you don’t have one already I can help you with this.
Conciseness or brevity – have you written the instructions in an overly verbose manner which can cause confusion? Can the language be simplified to make the instruction clearer and less wordy?
Correctness or accuracy – are all of your stitch counts correct; does the gauge listed make the fabric sizes specified in the schematic or size charts? All of these are checked and tested.
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Why listen to me?
Hi, I’m Lyndsey The Crochet Tech Editor, helping you perfect your patterns and grow your design business.
I have a Diploma in Crochet from the Centre of Excellence. I am a geeky data analyst who has a passion for all things crochet and problem solving. Trained in all aspects of crochet by acclaimed Pauline Turner. Article featured in Crochet Now magazine.
What people are saying…
“I’m a relatively new crochet designer so I am always a little anxious when I hand over my patterns to be tech edited but Lyndsey made me feel very at ease. She found some small errors but was so kind in how she communicated these and also made some really helpful comments which were very encouraging. I came away from the experience very confident that my pattern was thoroughly checked. I would definitely recommend using Lyndsey for crochet tech editing. Thank you Lyndsey!”
– Munira Rasul, Chroma Crochet
What are the benefits of collaborating with you?
Meticulous Pattern Review – I meticulously review your patterns, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency. From stitch counts to abbreviations, every detail is examined to guarantee that your instructions are precise and error-free.
Enhanced Readability – I optimise the readability of your patterns, ensuring they are easy to follow for crocheters of all skill levels. Clear and concise instructions eliminate confusion and enhance the overall user experience.
Perfect Fit and Sizing – Achieving the perfect fit is crucial for any garment. I meticulously check and refine your sizing instructions, ensuring that your patterns provide accurate measurements and a flattering fit for your customers.
Attention to Detail – I have a keen eye for detail and will identify any potential issues or inconsistencies in your patterns. From stitch placement to colour changes, I ensure that every aspect of your design aligns with your vision.
Prompt and Reliable Service – I understand the importance of meeting deadlines and delivering exceptional service. You can count on prompt responses, efficient editing, and reliable support throughout our collaboration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Crochet Tech Editor can add a lot of value to the final pattern as a product. You should see the technical editing process as a quality assurance of your pattern. It is the second set of eyes over your work as you are unable to check your ‘own homework’.
As your Crochet Tech Editor, I will review your pattern in full, including all of the maths, stitch counts and schematics to ensure what you have written in the pattern is what a crocheter will get as a final product.
Conduct checks of the suggested yarn and hook size, to ensure the tension swatch works within the parameters of the yarn/hook/stitch combination. Does the garment sizing match the schematic, and are they reasonable compared to standard size charts?
As the Crochet Tech Editor, I will also proof read the pattern by reviewing all of the spelling and grammar, ensuring that a consistent approach is applied to all abbreviations and notations. I am happy to work with UK or US terminology. Garment designers often miss out key parts of a pattern, so I will flag if there are any parts missing.
As a self-publishing Crochet Garment Designer, I can work to your personal style sheet or I’m happy to work to specific publishers ‘house’ guidelines. Not created a style sheet yet? I have a brilliant Workbook to support your journey in creating it.
Importantly, I deliver clear and comprehensive feedback notes with my technical edits, giving explanations and suggestions where applicable. Ultimately, the decisions on making any changes are up to the designer.
My approach is to allow your pattern style and designer aesthetic to come through. My job is to make sure that the pattern is technically correct and consistently well written, but the flair and style is left to the designer.
As a self-publishing Crochet Garment Designer if you do not already have a style sheet, I can help you find your personal writing style and create a style sheet with you. A personalised style sheet is a big time saver and a worthwhile investment.
I am able to make a crochet chart with standard international symbols from the written pattern if this is a service you need, conversely I can take a chart and convert to a written pattern.
Looking for a pattern writer for your next design? Perhaps you have a chart you want converting into a written pattern in your house style? Maybe you have a swatch and a schematic but don’t have the time to turn it into a full pattern ready for publishing? I can write your patterns for you using your house style and you retain all publishing rights. This is sometimes known as ghost writing!
I can also offer garment grading if you have a written pattern in a single size. This process transforms your crochet designs into a range of sizes, ensuring a perfect fit for a broader audience. With my expertise in garment grading, I can help you unlock the full potential of your designs, making them accessible to a wider range of customers.
You can check my diary and availability for a TE slot directly in my calendar below. When booking; this would be the date the edited pattern would be returned to you.
If there was any reason for a delay this would be communicated to you as early as possible.
- Book an initial 30 minute Zoom consultation with me as a new client. This is free of charge and you are under no obligation to work with me. It is more a chat about your design and my TE process.
- We can work through completing the New Client Application Form together.
- We will agree what needs checking on the pattern using a checklist (for example if charts are excluded this this would reduce the tech edit time).
- Following this, we will agree the deadline for delivery (booked on Calendly below).
- Once you have booked your slot please complete the Pattern Intake Form here. Please ensure I have the pattern and all photos, or samples needed 10 working days before this date.
- I then follow up with an email with the proposal checklist, quote for costs along with a copy of my standard terms of business.
- Once I start working on your pattern and I usually have several emails with queries with my clients, especially when they are new and I want to check I am editing things just how they like it.
- After I have completed the first edit, I return the pattern to you to update and review the suggestions as needed. You can amend as appropriate and send back a second copy to check and so on until you are happy.
- I offer a final edit (just before publication) and this is included free of charge.
- My invoice for services is raised only after the final edit has been returned to you; I want you to be completely happy with my service.
I take data protection very seriously, please read my Privacy Notice. I am also registered with the ICO as a data collector and processor.
Book a no obligation, 30 minute Zoom call with me to chat about your design using this link.
Simply choose a day/time that suits your diary and the slot will be confirmed for you automatically.
What people are saying…
“I had no hesitation in booking Lyndsey for my shawl to tech edit. I loved the fact that we have an initial conversation and we met virtually online.
Clear updates and love the idea that you can book end date via a calendar.”
– Fleur Delport, Fleur’s Yarn Creations
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Are you ready to improve your crochet patterns to a professional level? Whether you’re new to pattern design or an experienced designer, ensuring your patterns are error-free and easy to follow is essential for happy customers and successful pattern releases.
Download my FREE Tech Editing Checklist and make sure every pattern you publish is polished and ready to go! This handy guide will help you catch common mistakes, double-check all those tricky details, and ensure your patterns are top-notch before they hit the market.
What’s Inside:
- A step-by-step checklist to catch common pattern issues.
- Essential tips for ensuring stitch counts, abbreviations, and measurements are correct.
- Key points to verify pattern clarity, layout, and formatting.
- Bonus section: Quick fixes for a smooth pattern publication.
Why Download?
- Save Time & Headaches: This checklist will streamline your process, helping you catch errors early and avoid customer complaints later.
- Boost Your Professionalism: Deliver patterns that are clear, concise, and error-free, making you a designer that others trust.
- Perfect for All Levels: Whether you’re editing your own patterns or preparing to hire a tech editor, this checklist is a must-have tool in your designer’s kit.
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