The Carolina FiberFest (CFF) is looking for previously unpublished patterns to be donated for the 2024 CFF Craft-Along. We will select 1 crochet and 1 knit pattern.

Submission of a design proposal shall be considered an agreement to all terms stated in this submission form.

We are looking for:

• A pattern that feels approachable for newer knitters and crocheters.
• A pattern that would be appropriate for hand dyed or hand spun yarns. 
• An original pattern that has not been previously published.  
• Preference will be given to patterns that can be completed with no more than 1 skein or 100g of yarn.

If chosen, your pattern would be available for download on the Carolina FiberFest website as a free pattern between October 2023 and March 31, 2024.  We will remove the pattern from the CFF website by April 1, 2024, but will gladly promote a link to your website (and the pattern).

Timeline:

Additional information:

• Test knitting/crocheting – An initial pattern draft must be submitted to CFF for test knitting or crocheting by deadline indicated.  Members of the Board, or persons selected by the Board, will test knit or crochet the pattern and will communicate corrections or suggestions to the designer within a reasonable amount of time prior to the final submission deadline.  The designer may also use additional testers of their choosing, if those testers agree to keep the pattern and resulting product confidential until the pattern is made available on the CFF website.

• Tech editing – Pattern must be professionally tech edited prior to final submission deadline.  CFF will reimburse designer the actual cost of tech editing, up to $75, upon submission of a receipt or invoice from the tech editor.  Obtaining tech editing services is the responsibility of the designer, but CFF may be able to assist in locating a tech editor if needed.

• Photos – Photos of finished objects resulting from test knitting/crocheting by the CFF Board, or those chosen by the Board, will be used for promotional purposes, and, if requested, will also be made available for the designer’s use.

• Designer profile – At the time of the final submission, please submit a short bio written in the third person to be used on the CFF website.  You may also submit a photo of yourself, but that is not required.

Tips and Suggestions:

• When writing your pattern, please use standard abbreviations.
• When choosing a name for your design:
  • Choose a name that is distinct, interesting, memorable and stands out.
  • Choose a name that crafters can proudly call out when asked what they are working on.
  • Check to see if the name already exists for a design.  Check Ravelry, Etsy, Google etc.  Duplicate names make it harder for people to find your design or link to it.    
  • If the name you want is already in use, think about variations or synonyms.

Questions regarding submission guidelines may be directed to info@carolinafiberfest.org

To submit your proposal please complete and submit the following form: