r/PatternTesting

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The Ryland Grace pattern (with a bonus rocky pattern) is finally available to purchase, it was so much fun to made and I hope that if someone buys it they have as much fun making it as I had ^^

Thank you very much to all my amazing tester that took time from their life to make my doll and give me feedback on it u/craftcrochetcritter, u/silver_story7904 and u/sea_profession_7757

This pattern is be available in my ko-fi and as a release bonus it would have 20% off to all the people who buy it from this reddit post, here’s the discount link: https://kofi.com/ariadnesthread/link/GRACE (limit time offer)

Thank you very much to all the people that make this pattern possible and I hope you all like it

🧶 PATTERN TESTER CALL! 🧶

The Serena Top is officially ready for testers! ✨

If you love testing new patterns, giving thoughtful feedback, and creating pieces you’ll actually want to wear, I’d love to have you apply! 🤍

✨ Intermediate level

✨ Sizes XS–5X

✨ 3-week testing period

✨ Pattern in English and uses US crochet terminology

Interested in testing? Apply through the link: https://form.jotform.com/EZLoopStudio/tester-application-serena-top

It has 132 columns x 186 rows.

Been working on this patterns for around two weeeks, if u like Shadow of the Colossus as much as me, pls DM. ^^

UPDATE:

Thank you so much to everyone who shared their thoughts and advice about the testing timeline! I’m really glad I received so many helpful comments, and I truly appreciate everyone who took the time to share their experience. ❤️

If you were interested in joining the test knit but were worried about not having enough time, I’ve decided to extend the testing deadline to October 1st.

There’s now plenty of time to work through the pattern at a comfortable pace, so I’d be very happy to have you join! 🧶✨

Name of pattern: Wave Shawl

Needles required:
3.5 mm circular needles, 60–100 cm cable

Other notions:
Tapestry needle, stitch markers, scissors

Yarn:
The samples were made with:

• Cardiff Cashmere Classic — 100% cashmere, 112 m / 25 g (Small size 72g)
• 400 m / 100 g merino held together with Lang Cashmere Dreams

The shawl works well with a variety of soft merino, cashmere and alpaca yarns. You don’t need to use cashmere — any soft, non-scratchy yarn with a slightly fuzzy or matte texture can work well.

Here are some yarns that I recommend:

• Regia Premium Merino Yak — 58% Merino, 28% Polyamide, 14% Yak, 400 m / 100 g, held single
• Symfonie Terra — 75% Merino, 25% Nylon, 380 m / 100 g
• Casasol Merino Fingering – Teñido A Mano — 100% Merino, 400 m / 100 g
• Cardiff Cashmere Classic — 100% Cashmere, 112 m / 25 g
• Casagrande Top Cashmere — 100% Cashmere, 112 m / 25 g
• Lang Cashmere Premium — 100% Cashmere, 115 m / 25 g
• BC Garn Babyalpaca — 100% Alpaca, 250 m / 50 g This will create a lighter, airier fabric rather than a very dense one.
• Knitting for Olive Merino — 100% Merino, 250 m / 50 g You can use smaller needles if needed to achieve the desired fabric.
• Rico Design Essentials Fine Fine Merino — 100% Merino, 200 m / 50 g
• Kremke Soul Wool Merry Merino 220 GOTS — 100% Merino, 220 m / 50 g Although it is a combed merino, it has a matte appearance and a soft, non-slippery feel.

Yardage: As a general guideline, I recommend around 350–450 m per 100 g.

For the Small size, you’ll need approximately 300–350 m. Since the shawl is adjustable, the total yardage will depend on the finished size you choose.

Size:
The pattern includes two suggested sizes: Small and Large. The shawl is adjustable, so you are also welcome to make it smaller or larger according to your preference and available yarn.

Level of skill required:
Intermediate

Pattern format:
Written pattern with abbreviations, diagrams, and video tutorials

Tester requirements:

• Complete the pattern by October 1st. 2026
• Give feedback on clarity, accuracy, and any confusing instructions
• Report approximate yarn usage
• Provide finished measurements
• Send 2–3 clear photos of the finished shawl

No previous test knitting experience is required — first-time testers are welcome!

Testing deadline: September 9, 2026 (October 1st.)

Number of testers needed: 3–4

Communication:
All communication during the test will be via email.

The final pattern will be released on Ravelry on October 10, 2026. If you have a Ravelry account, I’d be very happy if you could share your finished project on the pattern page after the release.

If you’re interested in testing, please fill out the application form here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdznJYAdUxBsZl4F5ZGsdG1JcVbn3gC-tOp-X645Aggn4rvbQ/viewform?usp=dialog

UPDATE: Thank you very, very much to everyone who has shown interest in this pattern so far, it means a lot. At this time, the only size I don't currently have an applicant for is the Adult IV. If you are interested in testing this size, please do let me know! I will be reaching out to everyone who applied this afternoon. 🤍

Seeking test knitters to help with ALL SIZES of my first pattern - The Rosemary Socks

CONSTRUCTION

The Rosemary Socks are worked cuff-down with a heel flap and sole gusset. Seeded ribbing worked in a single color creates an all-over texture that fits snugly to the foot.

SIZING

Baby (Toddler) Youth (Adult I) II (III) IV

Socks should fit snugly with negative ease. Your selected size should measure 2.5 – 5 cm / 1 – 2" smaller than the circumference of the widest part of the foot:

10 (12.5) 15 (17.5) 20 (23) 25.5 cm / 4 (5) 6 (7) 8 (9) 10" finished circumference

MATERIALS

• 2.5 mm / US 1 needles
• Fingering weight sock yarn
• Approximately 90 (155) 250 (335) 420 (520) 575 metres
• 3 stitch markers, tapestry needle, measuring tape, scissors

DEADLINE

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

If you find yourself in need of flexibility regarding this deadline, I’d be happy to discuss.

TESTERS

With your insight and honest feedback, I’m hoping to gather the following from testers:

• Feedback from the knitting process regarding this pattern’s clarity, accuracy, fit, etc.
• Roughly how much yarn your size used
• A few clear photos of your socks

No previous pattern testing experience required! All skill levels are welcome to apply.

APPLICATION

To help keep myself organized, I’ve created this Google form for tester applications. Please let me know if you any questions in advance. Thank you!!

Hello, I am back with a cow pattern! I want 3- 4 willing participants to test my pattern. The time limit will be two weeks, making the end date the 31st if you are starting today. Ideally, I am looking for intermediate crocheters, and I am open to confident beginners although this pattern has a lot of moving parts. All materials needed will be listed in the pattern. I used cheap materials like Red Heart Super Saver in colors black (or brown for a brown cow), white, grey, pink and two clothing colors of your choice, along with 22mm safety eyes (although you may use eyes of your choice), and a button for the collar. The pattern uses a 4.25mm hook and US terminology.

Pattern release & Tester appreciation
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The hugest of thankyou's to my amazing testers, you guys did a wonderful job on your Racoon's and gave me some amazing feedback on making the pattern perfect.
Please be sure to check them out!
I love how each one has its own little personality!

For anyone interested in the pattern (30% off in my etsy store as a thankyou)
Etsy

Ravelry

I also have a instagram post with a giveaway of the pattern to 3 people. Be sure to check it out here

Hi all, after much success posting my pattern test here for my first crochet pattern, I decided to come here for my second pattern too!
Details:

-intermediate level pattern
-includes optional instructions for sewing a very basic lining with a zipper. Can be substituted for another closure method like buttons, ties, etc, but instructions are only included for a zipper lining.
-14 day testing period
-required materials: worsted weight cotton yarn in red, white, (optional: black for the eyes), 5mm and 3.5mm crochet hooks, yarn needles to sew in ends. Optional: 1 inch swivel d rings with hooks, sewing supplies, zipper, fabric.
-tapestry crochet method
- more details in the application
-additional free pattern as a thank you for finishing the test:)

I set up a form for the applications so I can keep everything organized! apply here

I’m looking for 3 experienced overlay mosaic crocheters to test a new blanket pattern before I release it for sale.
This is a large two-color mosaic crochet blanket, so I’m especially looking for testers who are comfortable reading mosaic charts/written instructions and who can give detailed feedback if anything is confusing or incorrect.
I’d love feedback on:
chart and row accuracy
clarity of the written directions
any errors or awkward sections
whether the finished design translates well into crochet
Testers should be willing to keep notes as they work and send clear photos of their progress and finished piece. You’re welcome to choose your own yarn colors.
Pattern: Lunar Moth
Approximate size: 300 stitches × 300 rows
Technique: Overlay mosaic crochet
Colors: 2
Deadline: December 1st

The final pattern will be provided free to selected testers, and I’d be happy to credit/tag testers when the finished pattern is released if they’d like.
If you’re interested, comment below or send me a message with a photo of something you’ve crocheted—mosaic experience is especially helpful. 🧶❤️

(Sorry for all caps I realized it was a bit much but I don't know how to edit titles or if its even possible...)

HELLO!! Is this thing on??? he... hello??

Well, ahem..!

I'm testing my first ever pattern!! Fill out the application below to see if you can participate!! (You probably can)

https://forms.gle/PzQFA92PhdaagcV36

There are no requirements other than using Parfait Chunky yarn (or a similarly weighted yarn) and using a 5.0 crochet hook - you can do whatever colors you'd like!! Doing multi-colored or non-yellow beetles is encouraged! Same for changes to the eyes!

All testers will gain early access to a beta version of this pattern, and then free access to the fully revised version upon release!! They will also will have their finished beetle featured in the pattern and in the listing on Etsy itself!!

Applications will be open until 11:59 pm EST on 8/20! Testers will have until 8/30 11:59 pm EST to finish their beetle!!

Thank you so much for your interest in my pattern, it really means the world to me!!

Hi everyone!

Here's my next Halloween crochet pattern!

I'm looking for people to test my Halloween Hooded Scarf pattern! It can work up really fast!

Feel free to use any colors that you'd like! I used size 4 worsted yarn and 5.5mm hook!

I'm looking for testers to help find any errors and mistakes in the pattern!

Please be able to provide 1-2 pictures of your finished piece that I can use in my tester appreciation posts when the pattern in released!

The testing deadline is August 29th!

Feel free to apply here or on IG: https://www.instagram.com/asphodelthreads?igsh=MXUwbzF4OGJodGEwcA==&igsi=MXUwbzF4OGJodGEwcA==

Tester call for my hot water bottle cover 🐻

Skill level: Intermediate

Deadline: 09/01/26

Yarn and hook requirements: Himalaya Dolphin Baby or other chenille yarn of the same weight and some light weight cotton yarn. Hook 5mm/H-8

Other requirements: Updates on a regularly basis and nice pictures of the finished cover.

Additional info: The pattern is written to fit 1.8 to 2 liter hot water bottles and gets sent out in two parts. You'll receive part two after part one was completed.

Hi everyone!

Here's my next wearable crochet pattern that can also be great for Halloween!

I'm looking for people to test my Cat Ear Hat pattern! It can work up really fast!

Feel free to use any colors that you'd like! The fluffy yarn is optional for decoration! I used size 2 Fine cotton yarn double stranded and 3.5mm hook!

I'm looking for testers to help find any errors and mistakes in the pattern!

Please be able to provide 1-2 pictures of your finished piece that I can use in my tester appreciation posts when the pattern in released!

The testing deadline is August 28th!

Feel free to apply here or on IG: https://www.instagram.com/asphodelthreads?igsh=MXUwbzF4OGJodGEwcA==

Test Knit call for my very first knitting pattern, the Daphne Tank!

Test Knit Due Date: 10/23/26

Difficulty: Intermediate/Advanced

Sizes: 1, 2, 3, (4, 5, 6,) 7, 8, 9

Finished Chest Circumference:

Designed to be worn with a 0-8cm / 0-3" positive ease

- 79, 89, 99, (109, 119, 130,) 140, 150, 160 cm

- 31, 35, 39, (43, 47, 51,) 55, 59, 63 in

If you do not see a size that would fit you but you would like to be included in the test knit, please let me know or add in the form what finished chest measurements you would need/like to be added to the pattern. I want to make sure that my patterns are as size inclusive as possible! 

Gauge: 36st x 56 rows = 10 cm / 4 in 

Yarn

Lace Weight

- 479, 530, 583, (634, 686, 738,) 788, 839, 893 m

- 524, 579, 637, (693, 750, 807,) 862, 918, 976 yd

Yarn usage is approximate. It includes extra for swatching and is based on a 25.5cm/10in length from underarm. If you would like to make a longer tank, please allow for additional meterage/yardage.

My sample used Purl Soho Spindle in the color Purple Urchin (625yd/100g). You are welcome to substitute any yarn that you would like as long as you're able to meet gauge! 

Suggested Needles: 

- 2.25mm (US 1) or needle that gets the gauge; circulars 35-80cm / 14-32" long

- 1.75mm (US 00) or 2 needles smaller than gauge needles for ribbing & trim

Notions:

Stitch markers, tape measure, stitch holders or waste yarn, tapestry needle

Techniques used:

Knitting in the round, I-cord, knit increases & decreases, backwards loop CO, I-cord bind off, Italian bind off, lace knitting, lace charts

Tester Requirements:

- Add project to Ravelry

- Provide at least one picture of finished garment (preferably on the body)

- Provide feedback on pattern (will send a form a week before deadline)

- Share finished project on social media and tag me (optional, but would be helpful)

Number of testers needed:

I would like to get 3 for each size if possible. 

You can apply for the test knit here: https://forms.gle/YgAU7tZdeoj9jJg4A

As a thank you for participating you can choose 2 of my future pattern designs for free at any time. I will also make sure to tag you / share any posts on social media from you in relation to the design/test knit. Your support for this new and exciting endeavor would really mean the world to me!

Hi!

I wanted to share the Instagram for my cousin:
Stitches by Moonlight. She makes adorable amigurumi animals and writes stories with her 9yo daughter about their adventures in Moonlit Hollow 🥹

She’s getting started making patterns.

She’s giving away a small mushroom pattern and is looking for testers for her first character, Max the Mouse.

She’s not on Reddit, but I told her how amazingly talented this community is, and she asked me to share.

Please check out her page and DM me if you’d be interested in testing out her patterns.

Thanks!

The link to apply is linked below if you are interested in being a tester for this pattern:

https://forms.gle/Lz82XCedzis2oifo8

A bit about the pattern:

It is an intermediate made to measure pattern that uses US terminology.

Materials:

2mm crochet hook

3.5mm crochet hook

Cotton mercerised crochet thread (size 3/5) - Size 10 thread can be used, but note that the motifs will be slightly smaller

Light weight (DK) yarn - Either wool, wool blend or acrylic

Once the project is complete I require clear images of the scarf & for you to fill out a short feedback form.

The pattern test will start on the 20th of August, & end at the deadline on the 15th of October (8 weeks).

All communication will be via Instagram group chat, I will message you by the 18th of August if you have been selected, if you do not respond within 48 hours your tester spot will be allocated to someone else 🧚‍♀️

Thank you all so much xoxo

Hi everyone!

Here's my first Halloween pattern! And it's a wearable!

I'm looking for people to test my Spiderweb Hooded Scarf pattern! It works up really fast and it's beginner friendly!

Feel free to use any colors that you'd like!

I'm looking for testers to help find any errors and mistakes in the pattern!

Please be able to provide 1-2 pictures of your finished piece that I can use in my tester appreciation posts when the pattern in released!

The testing deadline is August 26th!

Feel free to apply here or on IG: https://www.instagram.com/asphodelthreads?igsh=MXUwbzF4OGJodGEwcA==

Something spooky is brewing… and I need around 10 crochet testers to help bring my Boo Bucket Hat pattern to life!

This pattern uses a variation of the Join As You Go (JAYG) technique, and the finished pattern will be an in-depth 22-page PDF full of spooky little details!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Medium / #4 weight yarn in 2 colours - one for the ghost and one for the background

• 4 mm crochet hook

• 4.5 mm crochet hook

• Stitch markers

• Scissors

• Tapestry needle

TESTING DATES:

Test begins: August 19, 2026

Test ends: August 29, 2026

SKILL LEVEL:

This pattern is recommended for intermediate crocheters, but testers of ALL skill levels are welcome! Whether you're a crochet witch with years of experience or still learning your magical stitches, you're welcome to apply - just be prepared to carefully follow the instructions and share honest feedback!

TESTER REQUIREMENTS:

- Have a public Instagram account so I can peek at your previous crochet work

- Be able to complete the test within the testing period

- Be comfortable actively communicating in an Instagram group chat with me and the other testers

- Be willing to provide thoughtful feedback on the pattern, including:

• Clarity of instructions

• Grammar & spelling errors

• Stitch count / math errors

• Missing steps

• Abbreviation inconsistencies

• Anything else that could make the pattern clearer or easier to follow

- Submit at least 2 well-lit, in-focus photos of your finished Boo Bucket Hat in a clean, uncluttered setting

- Share at least one Instagram post featuring your finished hat and tag me

- Submit all feedback, photos, and notes by the established deadline

I'M LOOKING FOR A MIX OF TESTERS WHO WOULD LOVE TO:

- Crochet the hat in the original spooky colour palette

OR put your own spin on it with a completely different colour combination!

- Style your finished hat with a cute/spooky outfit for photos - **optional, but VERY appreciated!**

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE:

- A new crochet friend + personal Instagram hype-person

- A free PDF copy of the finalized Boo Bucket Hat pattern

- Credit as a pattern tester inside the published pattern

- Your pattern-related posts will be shared/reposted on my social media**

- Your beautiful photos will be featured alongside the finished pattern, with full credit & tags

🖤 HOW TO APPLY: 🖤

Follow this link to fill out the application form: https://forms.gle/sKop814Lkxdig9Hs6