Pattern Testing with @AriannaFrasca82
The Application & the First Few Days
In this post, I talk about early tester pitfalls and errors — those that happen even as soon as applying for a pattern test. Avoiding these small issues can make a huge difference in your success as a pattern tester and in the designer’s experience throughout the pattern testing process.
Pattern Testing with @knittingtipsy!
Chelsea of @knittingtipsy is an incredibly talented designer and a habitual pattern tester, giving her a unique perspective on pattern testing from both angles. Read below to hear about her experience as a pattern tester turned designer.
My Path to Pattern Testing: From My Worsted to Super Fine
I am so excited to introduce Laura of @murphymadecrochet as the first guest post on The Skeiniac Blog! In this beautifully vulnerable post, Laura opens up about her path to pattern testing and the crochet community.
Finding Testers
A few designers have reached out to me asking how to find pattern testers, or more specifically, how to find better pattern testers. There are a few primary factors that lead me to either apply to a pattern test or pass on a pattern test. So, I thought I would use this opportunity to share some of my thoughts on what goes into my decision, in hopes that this may shed some light on what leads to more a successful pattern test call.
Pattern Testing with Cosmic_Crochet_Creations
Join me in a conversation about pattern testing with Nkese of @cosmic_crochet_creations!
Can I make modifications?
Pattern Testing with MavenCrafted
Hear from Rachael, the incredibly talented knitwear designer behind @mavencrafted! We talk about what she looks for in a pattern tester and what she considers the most important thing throughout the pattern testing process.
How do I measure yardage?
You’re in a test and the designer has asked you to tell them the total amount of yards of yarn you used to make your piece. What?! How on earth would you do that? It’s not as complicated as it sounds.
What the heck is a gauge swatch?
You’re in a test and everyone is talking about a gauge swatch. What is that? Do you need to do it? (YES) Why?
Testing Tools You Need.
To be a successful pattern tester, you will absolutely need to have a few materials. In my opinion, not having these are deal-breakers. Luckily, there are affordable options that will work just fine if you do not already have these laying around the house.
So, you want to be a pattern tester?
You knit or crochet. You’ve made some things. You’ve followed a pattern before. A designer you like just put out a “call for testers.” You like the design. You’re intrigued. What does that mean? Should you do it?
Absolutely. But there is something you should know first