#pattern writing

[lillysworkshop]

I think pattern writers should consider not using the PEMDAS (from maths, parenthesis first then equasions then multiplication etc etc) method because it is sooo confusing

Here is a section of raglan decreases as written in this (UK English) book I'm trying to follow:

Working all raglan decreases as set by last row, dec 1 st at each end of 6th (4th: 2nd) and 2 (0: 2) foll 6th (0: alt) rows, then on 9 (13: 12) foll 4th rows.

*phew* ok wtf does that actually mean in physical terms of how many rows I should knit before the RS decreases??

Now here is what I had to write down in order to figure that out based on the size I'm making (large, the third listed number in parenthesis):

Work two rows, decrease on the next RS row

[Decrease on every RS row] five times

[Work 3 rows, decrease on the next RS row] twelve times

I don't know about you, but one of those is much easier to understand than the other

[jbarkerstargazer]

Pattern Writing Wednesday

(let's see if this video gets through)

[scarletstitchstudios]

You wouldn't think I've been crocheting for over 12 years with the way I struggle to take proper notes when pattern drafting and how much of a battle it is for me to translate my notes into a useable pattern.

[megaracrochets]

making progress on my light dragon pattern!!!!

it's been hard af but i'm INCREDIBLY pleased with how she's turning out so far 🥹 literally only her head is done and i still feel so proud of myself 😂

[mephestopheles]

Hey crocheters, specifically newer pattern makers, but this goes for everyone. When creating a pattern, especially for the written portion, it is in your best interest to look up the terminology and shorthand used in most patterns. I understand that terminology is different in places (see UK vs US). However if you have to start your pattern off when an abbreviation list that looks absolutely like you just grabbed the alphabet and threw it at the screen, you will hear my screaming and cursing your name no matter where you live.

[comfortabletextiles]

One Sock down 💪✌️

Now I'll make a blue one

[magicsapphicstore]

would you be interested in seeing patterns for the frogs and rats?

absolutely yes!

absolutely no!

Voting ended onJun 17, 2023

[reckless-stitches]

I have finished my first doll. I am just about done writing up the pattern. I plan on having this up on Etsy (once I open my store) and also on ravelry.

Would anyone be interested in being a pattern tester? If so send me a dm.