This is the first bit...
Pictured at left is the start of my next sock pattern, which is worked out in my head, but not quite on paper yet. I knit a bit, and try to write it down a bit, and in theory that should produce a flawless pattern, but it just doesn’t work that way. Gremlins lurk around the keyboard, waiting for an opportunity to slip in a wrong number here, omit a bit there….
This particular pattern is one I am planning to offer for sale (my first!), so I would like it to be mistake-free when I publish it. To that end, I’m looking for eight test-knitters to put the pattern through its paces — four who will follow the charts, and four who will follow the written directions. There is no monetary compensation, but I will credit the knitters in the final pattern (and of course, you’ll get a final copy of the pattern for free). I plan to have the draft pattern ready some time this weekend. If you are interested and can commit to finishing one sock within ten days of receipt of the pattern, have some sock-weight yarn you can devote to this project, are able to suggest corrections for any errors you might find, and will promise not to circulate the pattern, please leave a comment and I’ll contact you by email. Let me know in the comment whether you’re a chart or written directions knitter. Thanks so much!
Update: I now have all the test knitters I need for this project, and many thanks to all who asked about it. For those who want to know when the pattern will be available, my best guess right now is around the end of this month — I’ll make a posting on a few appropriate mailing lists, and of course I’ll mention it here. I’m feeling quite encouraged by the response to the photo of the first few inches of it. 
18 Comments
I would be able to test your sock. I would prefer the written directions vs chart. I have been knitting for over 50 years and am used to obeying copyrite rules. Phyllis
I have sock yarn and could get at the sock done in 10 days. Most of my yarn is varigated or stripy. I would prefer the written instructions, but would take the chart if that is what you need. (i’d just write it out for my use) they look really cool, btw.
I would be able to test knit for you. While I prefer written instructions, I can knit from either written or chart directions.
I’d be happy to test knit. I can have one done in 10 days, I’m looking at yarn I can devote to it (have to free up needles, though
), and I won’t circulate it. I prefer written, but I’ll take a chart, it’d be a good challenge for me. 
I’d love to be a test knitter. I have some gorgeous hand-dyed yarn just sitting here waiting for the right pattern, and this one looks perfect. I can do either written or a chart, and have no problems with any of your conditions.
I have sock yarn, and could commit to doing one sock in 10 days. I would prefer the written directions. I will not divulge any information.
You people are terrific! Between comments here and emails I’ve received, I already have all the test knitters I need for this pattern. I really appreciate how generous you all are with your time and skill to help me out with this! Thank you!
I would love to test your pattern. It really doesn’t matter to me if I do a chart or written instructions. I would not divulge any information. I’m sure I could have one done in 10 days. I’m going to be gone for a few days next week, but if I have the instructions, I could just take it with me to knit in the car.
Thanks….
Wilma
phew.. I am glad you have your test knitters. I should let you know though, that I was not tempted to volunteer.
Lol.. It would have taken me 10 years not days.
Karen
Karen, much as I love ya and value your talents, I’m glad you refrained from volunteering for this.
I would love to test knit for you! I can knit from either written or chart directions. The pattern looks great!
Chase
I’d love to test knit and prefer to work from the chart. I have the time and yarn and agree not to share this pattern.
Oh my, it’s going to be a gorgeous pattern! It’ really lovely ~
Your sock design is very pretty!
Count me in for test knitting!
I like both written and charted designs.
It really is a pretty design…..
it’s a gorgeous sock ! test shmest ! when can i buy it ?
What a pretty pattern! I would be quite happy to test knit for you & could certainly complete in 10 days. I have sock yarn(solid colours). My blog was spammed to death but you can see some of my socks at this address:- http://www.flickr.com/photos/14797034@N00/
I would love to test your sock pattern for you. It is gorgeous. I usually prefer written directions to charts.
You make up patterns in your head? Wow, you’re good!
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