Hi guys! I need a bit of help with a pattern that I plan on designing.
I was looking up some patterns, and noticed that there isn’t really a great pattern out there for a big Psyduck plush. So, the next most logical step would be to make my own pattern.
But apart from a few small things here and there, I’ve never created a written pattern for something. So, I really need some tips on how to make this work the best way possible, without using up too much yarn (the yarn I plan on using is kinda expensive)
Anyways, any tips help! Thank you 
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I would start by learning how to make basic shapes, and since characters can be hard to get right, maybe start with a cheaper yarn and then upgrade! Using an existing pattern and using a thicker yarn or triple stranding are also options if its just that you want it big! I hope this helps!
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Shapes and stuff is not really my problem, I’ve crocheted for nearly 7 years
I just cannot wrap my head around the logistics of making a pattern lol
I have adhd, so I have a hard time getting organized, so I was hoping for some tips on how to make sure I can give this my best go
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I assume you’ve followed patterns before? What part of the making do you need help with? I’m glad to help!
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Oh my bad! I would scout around and see how other designers word things and see if that helps
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condensed this to save space, lots of words
- i’m not exactly an experienced pattern designer, but since you said you do know shapes and stuff…? i think an important part of pattern designing is simply trial and error, creating the shapes in the proportions you want with the techniques you want… so i would experiment with cheaper yarn, as others said, and write down a rough description of your “pattern” (as it’s in progress) as you go… then, if you like it, you can copy it onto ribblr, and if you don’t, you can frog or remake it, trying to fix the shaping?
- about writing it up… maybe look at some of your favorite patterns (in terms of being well-written), and see what those designers include to help the crocheter. obviously basic things like stitch counts, etc. are helpful but some designers go the extra mile by providing pictures, videos, and detailed descriptions to help the crocheter along… but generally, testing always helps, since you get feedback!
i’m not sure if i interpreted your question(s) right…? but i’m happy to help (as are many others) with anything else!
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Look up different designer’s writing style to get ideas!
What all are you struggling with?
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If you are wanting to get better at making patterns you going to have to get used to the stitches, which is easy once you get used to it!!! Draw out the shapes of each side and curve on it kinda like a pre prep - point out stuff like “I need to put decreases here and or i need to turn my work here to make a curve. Stuff like that!!! if you have any question while making the pattern plz ask me!!! I love making pattern!!! Keep in mind that the stuff I said is for begineers in writing patterns as you get better at making patterns you won’t need to draw the shapes anymore- unless you want to!!! I have adhd to so this is a easier way for me to understand and consentrate on what I am doing!!! The drawing doesn’t have to be perfects just a stetch and the only one that has to understand it is you because its your pattern!!!
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I hope these tips help you!
Making pattern requires lots of math (and I’m not really good at math)
Here are some tips that I followed when I first started
- I always start my projects like this:
6sc in mr (6)
Inc x6 (12)
(1sc, inc) x6 (18)
This kind of pattern is what I see commonly in amigurumi plushies and I think that it easy for others to understand. Parentheses to me are very useful in grouping anything that’s repeated like the (1sc, inc) x6. And showing you the correct number of stiches you are supposed to have at the end (18)
Anytime there is an Inc in the pattern, you gain 1 stich.
Example: your first row has 6 stiches. You Inc all around for your second row. Now you have 12
- Anytime there is a dec or invdec you take away 1 stich
Example: let’s say you are making a body for a animal. The body is shaped like a pickle. You have 18 stiches after you completed the long part. You want to decrease now. You want to copy the increasing part of the body. The increasing was: (1sc, inc) x6 (18). to turn that into decreasing: (1sc, dec) x8 (12)
Here are some tips that I found for working with ribbuild (pattern editing on Ribblr)
- When I started making patterns on Ribblr. I looked at several different patterns to see what to do with the editing platform. After I made my first pattern I looked at it to see if it was ok and what I needed to work on.
- I add lots of headers and subheaders to show parts of the pattern. I also add pictures to guide people in the challenging bits of the pattern.
- I like to describe my materials and put links to them when I add the materials.
- I find it easier to work on a computer when editing patterns.
- For the measurements you can measure the length, width, height, you can also mention how long it took you to make the project.
I hope this helps you a bit! You can always check out my patterns for inspiration!
Unique patterns | Feathers and Scales | Ribblr
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Definitely make a prototype before using the expensive yarn. This is the best single thing I can suggest and I actually make prototypes myself.
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I would draw out what you want to do, then plan out what sts you are using and then do some test idess, then write the patten as you make it, (when you have written it try and make it again) then if your happy with it put it out for testing on ribblr if you like
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