Elise delMas
Knitting Pattern Technical Editor
Contact Me
Want to work together? Either email me directly at e.g.delmas@gmail.com or fill out the contact form below.
About Me
Thanks for stopping by! I have been knitting for 20 years, started designing my own patterns about 4 years ago, and recently started tech editing knitting patterns. I have completed the Tech Editor Hub’s course.
My background is in mathematics, and when I started writing knitting patterns I realized many of the elements of a good pattern are the same elements of a good math paper. Some examples:
definitions are clear, used correctly and in the correct order
all algorithms and arithmetic are accurate and flow into each other correctly
instructions and explanations are well-written and appropriate for the intended audience.
While writing patterns I got so much satisfaction from checking the details, when I realized I could do that for other people as a tech editor I had to go for it!
I bring my knitting experience and my academic writing experience to tech editing. I love working with charts, both in knitting and editing. Lace, cables, and color work make me happy!
I’m also very interested in traditional knitting from around the world.
Services
Technical Editing
When I edit your design I will check:
row and stitch counts
abbreviations
all abbreviations defined are used, all abbreviations used are defined
definitions are legible and appropriate for the intended audience
style sheet comparison
chart accuracy
gauge accuracy
instructions are clear
pictures, schematics, written descriptions, written instructions, and charts match
grammar, spelling, & punctuation
This list is not exhaustive, when we work together we will figure out your needs and how to meet them.
I also enjoy offering writing and formatting feedback if desired.
