How To Create a Business Based On Your Crochet Knowledge!

An introduction to Crochet Pattern Editing (known in the biz as Tech Editing)

An Online Workshop To Help Those Who Love To Crochet

Learn how to tech edit crochet patterns so you can turn your crochet knowledge into a profitable business.

This workshop is designed to help you get crystal clear on what a tech editor does and whether it is for you.

We will be covering some of the maths involved when you are checking whether a pattern is correct, and I will show you how to tech edit a simple pattern. By the end of our time together, you’ll have a much clearer idea of what tech editing is and be ready to go on to learn more, so you can finally stop thinking about starting that crochet business and actually start doing - by landing clients, making money, and living that freelancer life!

Wouldn't you love to set your own working hours, work from home and create your own schedule based around CROCHET – that thing that is 'just a little hobby' 😊 !!!!!

Do you ever wish you could make a profitable career out of crochet?

Maybe you have already tried to earn money from your crochet passion using some of the 'traditional' ways such as .......................

Designing and selling your own patterns

Undertaking crochet commissions

Getting patterns published in magazines

Writing a blog

Making instructional videos on YouTube

Teaching crochet workshops

Well my friend, I am going to let you in on a secret! THERE IS ANOTHER WAY...

Now don't get me wrong. Many people have created very successful businesses in these areas but I know that none of these quite worked for me - and I have tried most of them.

Do you feel the same way?

If you're new to me... nice to meet you! My name is Carol Ibbetson, and I'm a leading pattern editor in the knitting and crochet world.

I have the honour of editing for some of the top names in the industry, including yarn companies such as Rowan, Stylecraft and Sirdar, magazines such as Simply Crochet, numerous books - you can see some of these below - and let's not forget the many lovely independent designers such as Lillibjorncrochet.com I have worked for along the way. You may also have seen me teaching on Yarn Lane TV.

How did I get here?

It was only when I was working on a blanket for a particular yarn company and found mistakes in the pattern (which I pointed out to them), that I first came across the term 'tech editor' .

'Oh thanks so much' they said, 'We have been looking for a crochet tech editor for all the patterns in this book but we are having difficulty finding one... do you know any?'

Woah - LIGHTBULB moment.........

I found out the basics of what a tech editor does and thought to myself 'I really could do that - this is what I have been looking for!'

I did some more research and found that there was nobody out there who could really teach me about tech editing. So I decided to contact the yarn company and after a long chat with them we agreed that I would do some sample edits for them for free and if they were happy they would use me as a tech editor for this initial small publication.

THAT WAS IT... I was off ... but not yet running !

The rate was small initially and believe me when I say there was not much help available at that time, but despite that, I knew it was something I could do well. As I improved and got more confident, I secured more clients and after a long, steep learning curve I had created the business I always wanted.

Fast forward a few years...

I ditched my 9-5 in the IT industry and am now fully employed with my tech editing and training business and I have not looked back since.

Remember when I said there was not much help available when I started out.

Well that is about to change for you.....

What if you could dip your toes into the tech editing world to see if you like it?

Here are three questions I often get asked....

Do you need to be good at maths? Well, the answer is you have to be happy using arithmetic, but remember - this is not an exam - you are allowed to use calculators!
Do you have to crochet each item? To which the answer is a definite no. A pattern tester crochets the item. A tech editor checks the pattern with a fine tooth comb to make sure it is correct, consistent, clear, concise, complete and in-style.
Wow - that sounds fantastic - but don't you have to be super advanced in crochet to do that? The answer to that question may surprise you. Think about it - just as there are different levels of complexity in crochet so there are different levels of complexity in patterns! It stands to reason right? Many tech editors like to concentrate on the simpler items which is absolutely fine! You are in control of the work you take on as a tech editor and so you decide what level you want to work at in terms of pattern difficulty.

Sad that it is over but super excited for the months ahead...

Thank you so much Carol & Paula for the great course! It was packed with info and I find myself going back to the replays several times.

Sad that it is over but super excited for the months ahead. And if being honest, a little scared!

Tara Schreyer

Crochet Designer & Maker

You Get...

12 Months of Unlimited Access

Daily Live Zoom Sessions

Downloadable Notes

Downloadable Resources

Replays through your portal with 24/7 access

Online quizzes with instant results

Revisit any lesson as many times as you like

Access from anywhere across multiple devices

Your Instructor - A Designer, Tech Editor and Trainer

Carol Ibbetson

Experienced Tech Editor & Trainer

I have over 12 years experience as a tech editor working for indie designers, magazines, yarn companies and book publishers. I love passing on my knowledge to other knitting and crochet enthusiasts and helping them set up their own businesses as tech editors via Cool Wool School ®

Frequently Asked Questions:

The live sessions are all happening within Zoom and inside our pop-up Facebook group. You also have access to a training portal with all the resources used on the workshop

Each Zoom session is up to 1 hour long and the replays are accessible from the workshop portal if you cannot make the live sessions.

Absolutely not! Although we would love to meet you on the live sessions, they can all be watched later at your own convenience via replays.

However, we would love you to participate in the Facebook group so that you can connect with other students and with Carol and the Cool Wool team.

Absolutely! I'll be available within the pop-up Facebook group to answer any questions you have throughout the workshop. I'll also be hosting a few Q&A sessions!

Totally! This workshop is designed for those looking to start their business, and that's because you need to get the basics under your belt first.

This is an introductory workshop to see whether tech editing is something you enjoy and have an aptitude for.

A further in-depth course with assessments testing many areas of crochet tech editing will be available after the workshop to enable you to become confident in your abilities and create a profitable business as a tech editor .

Live via Zoom £47 Join Self-Study £37

One FREE Placement On The Complete Tech Editing Course Awarded During This Workshop *Worth £697*
Next Workshop after Sept is in Spring 2026
Live via Zoom Workshop with Access to Replays Included
Private Facebook Group
Sunday @ 1pm Special Intro Session, Welcome In + What To Expect
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday @ 1pm UK Time

This workshop also includes:

Friday's Fab Session: Meet Previous Students and Facebook Winner Announced
Free PDF Workshop Notes To Keep For Future Reference
Crochet Glossary for Tech Editors
Useful Reference Materials for Tech Editors
365 Days Access To Recordings
2 Bonus Recordings In The Workshop Portal
Money Back Guarantee

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What Our Students Say

I wanted to do something with crochet editing

Karen Hubbard

Enjoy the last session everyone and thank you Carol and Paula it's been fab. Around six years ago, I mentioned to a colleague that I wanted to do something with crochet editing, so it's taken me a while to get here, but they say things will find you at the right time. So hopefully, I'll have some exciting times ahead with all of you.

Thank you for hosting a wonderful course

Jacky Kirk

Sorry guys, x. I'm going to miss the last live, but I just wanted to say thank you to you all especially Carol and Paula for hosting a wonderful course. I've learned lots. I've still got homework assignments to do but hopefully, get them done over the next few weeks.

Inspired me to venture into the world of tech editing.

Mandy Challis

The course has not only inspired me to venture into the world of tech editing, but to create my own designs and also start writing a book on C2C. Just wish I didn't have to fit this all around a full-time job, whilst everything establishes.

Calculating and counting stitches in your dreams.

Heili Nellis

I think seeing yourself calculating and counting stitches in your dreams, more than a few nights in a row speaks volumes about the impact of the course.

I have thoroughly enjoyed the course

Jenny Nuttall

Thank you so much, Carol and Paula. I have thoroughly enjoyed the course too! Can't wait to get started.

I just found an error in a published book. #freshperspective

Kate Jacques

I just found an error in a published book of crochet patterns. Usually, I'd be irritated...I am feeling, well, kinda thrilled. Is this my life now? #freshperspective

I'm so excited for the future ahead

Megan Wilding

Woohoo 🥳 Thank you so much Carol. What an amazing course. I've really enjoyed it and I'm so excited for the future ahead, Sad it's our last day though.

What our Students say...

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Andrea Warner

Excellent course giving great insight in what a tech editor does, how to become one and key learns of what this looks like in reality. Inspired me and now jo...

Excellent course giving great insight in what a tech editor does, how to become one and key learns of what this looks like in reality. Inspired me and now joined self study full course

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Absolutley first class!

Kitey (Andrew) Kite

Detailed support and packed with info .. totally worth the money! I have signed up to the 5 week LIVE course too as I was so impressed with both Carol's and...

Detailed support and packed with info .. totally worth the money! I have signed up to the 5 week LIVE course too as I was so impressed with both Carol's and Paula's personality and professionalism. Loved every bit of it and learned loads! Thanks so much

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Celine Kavanagh

Definitely recommend!

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A brilliant introduction into Tech Editing

Rachel Pickett

Carol is incredibly knowlegeable and a great teacher, I learnt so much over a few days and have now decided to continue my studies to become a Tech Editor. T...

Carol is incredibly knowlegeable and a great teacher, I learnt so much over a few days and have now decided to continue my studies to become a Tech Editor. Thank you for such a great course.

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