What can
I do for you?
Tech Editing

Multi-lingual

I specialise in working with non-native English speakers. Having lived and worked abroad, I understand the challenges that come from working in a language that isn't your first. I work with patterns in English, German, Swedish, French, Italian, Dutch and more.

Skilled

Durham University mathematics graduate
5 years working in technical communication at a software company
Working with knitting and crochet designers professionally since October 2015
 

Passionate

As well as being a total yarn head, I'm an absolute nerd when it comes to knitting & crochet patterns. Whether it is style guides, information architecture, lace charting, or working out how to describe a new technique in 10 words or less, I love all of it. I really want to do this work for you!

  • Jem Arrowsmith
    I want to thank you for all of your help with my patterns, I have been really impressed with your service and advice and I won't hesitate to recommend your services to other designers.
    Jem Arrowsmith
    Under the Olive Tree knits
  • Julia Adams
    Thank you for getting my instructions really easy to understand. I get really good feedback: 'Julia’s pattern and instructions are SO clear and well written ... [her] instructions were a dream'
    Julia Adams
    Julia Adams Designs
  • Anna Friberg
    My customers have often given me feedback that my patterns are well written and I have James to thank for that. He does find everything with his eagle eyes!
    Anna Friberg
    Knitway Sweden
  • Mara Licole
    I love working with you because you are even more of a perfectionist than me and I love that.  You pick through every little detail.  I have NOT had ANY complaints about any of the patterns that you re-edited for me.  That saves me an incredible amount of time.  More importantly, it takes the anxiety out of publishing. With your edits, I have a higher level of confidence that I am putting out an accurate pattern and for that I am grateful.
    Mara Licole
    Mara Licole Knits
  • Mélodie Massicotte [Ravelry]
    I just wanted to say that I love working with you. I've really gotten better at writing patterns since we've been working together. Thank you for everything!
    Mélodie Massicotte [Ravelry]
    Goth Witch Designs
  • Sabrina Schumacher
    I have learned a lot by working with you, which in turn has a positive effect on my pattern writing style. You see things others can't and your communication is clear and transparent.
    Sabrina Schumacher
    donnarossa
  • Rike Pacholleck
    Your feedback was wonderfully clear and well formulated and factually perfect! (Translated from German)
    Rike Pacholleck
    rosa p.
  • Heike Campbell [Ravelry]
    The quality of my patterns has improved considerably with your editing. There are almost no enquiries asking for help with the instructions.
    Heike Campbell [Ravelry]
    Heike Campbell Designs
  • Claudia Eisenkolb
    It's always a pleasure to work with you, your expertise is highly appreciated.
    Claudia Eisenkolb
    Himawari Knits
  • Jana Huck
    I appreciate to no end that you are always happy to answer my many questions. It is fun to work with you.
    Jana Huck
    Janukke Strickdesign
  • Zsuzsanna Orthodoxou
    Everything was very clear. Thank you again for the always thorough editing!
    Zsuzsanna Orthodoxou
    Zsuzsanna Orthodoxou Designs
  • Yuki Ueda
    I learn a lot from your editing every time. Thank you so much!
    Yuki Ueda
    YUKnits

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Please note that I am not currently able to accept new clients. If you would like me to let you know when my availability opens up, please send me a message.