I have been knitting since I was a child and now that I’m retired my schedule allows me to really dive into it. I have learned so much from you and even though I have no desire to design, I can’t tell you how much your tutorials have helped me expand my skill and share techniques with others. I highly recommend you to all my knitting friends. 💕
I have knitted for over 16 years and wanted to learn how to create my own patterns. Thank you for creating this tutorial. It helped me in understanding the tool and allowed me to bring my decade old ideas to life. ❤
I’m not a designer, but I like working more complex designs from charts. I looked for charting apps when I was knitting a pattern with row by row instructions only and I wanted to create a chart. What a disappointment! There wasn’t much to choose from, and I ended up using graph paper. This looks like the charting app I’ve always wanted! Thanks for the great introduction. Knit Companion is also a great utility for knitters.
This was so informative! I downloaded it over a year ago and struggled a little bit. I use use my I pad for everything. Now I can get all my charts ready for the many patterns I have on graph paper and in my brain. Thanks you for always being so informative and sharing your knowledge.
I've arrived VERY LATE in life to the knitting party - newbie of newbies - LOVE your video content: pace of instruction, visual demos, and voice. Thank you!
That app is so awesome...I can’t believe what it can do. I only have written basic patterns and never charted them. I truly was amazed. Thank you for your channel...I have learned so much from you....it’s like having your own personal teacher...thank you.
Not in any way, shape or form am I a knitwear designer, but holy cow I could add patterns to my vanilla socks without any problem! Pattern Genius is an apt description for this program. Thanks for introducing it to us. I use Knit Companion all the time because of your videos.
Oh my, this is genius (😂) I have just bought a pattern with typos in the pdf and no chart, but with this app I can literally see and rework the pattern so it’s legible and workable, I’ve had an iPad for years and only started using it recently due to your knit companion videos. So helpful
I'm so happy to hear Knit Companion is coming out with a version for Mac laptops (and I hope, desktops). I love Knit Companion, thanks to learning about it from you, Staci, a while back. But my iPad is too old to support it anymore. I recently bought a Mac Mini. I was dismayed I couldn't load Knit Companion on it. So, thank you very much for the news. I can't wait to see your next video using your laptop.
I’m definitely going to grab this when I get a tablet. Thanks for all your amazing videos. You’ve helped me so much in my journey to become a consistent knitter 🥰
I used the Free version of Knitcompanion and then purchased it. I use it with my knitting and a lot with doing mosaic crochet patterns and charts. Its been a game changer. Ps...I only use Android cells and tablets.
i am so excited about this! i used stitch fiddle to create a pattern and i love having charted and written instructions. stitch fiddle didn't write the multiple of stitches as P 25; it wrote out P, P, P, P over and over. i'm definitely going for the sub on pattern genius.
Stumbled across this and it is EXACTLY what I was looking for!! Should have known you would have it... You are brilliant! THANKS!!! I wanted to create a chart with images for making a Christmas stocking. I think this will work great. As I get better I am hoping to use the color to see what using different colors with a specific chart would look like. I AM EXCITED!! THANKS AGAIN!!
Wow, I've just dabbled in some designs for myself, but this would have made things SO MUCH easier - I'm off to get the free version (to start!). Thank you so much for this introductory video.
Great video on what appears to be a great app. I wonder if this or some other app will plug in a knitting gauge and create instructions for a garment based on measurements: arm stye decreases, necklines, sleeve decreases, etc. Since you have to calculate these basic numbers before using any chart, this seems to be a necessary first step. KnitCompanion is my constant companion, and I will certainly check out Pattern Genius. Thanks for all your helpful information.
Thank you for your ever so great tutorials!! Love this app, too. Question: Are multiple charts possible within one project? For my use, I am charting a written instruction MKAL. 🤦🏼♀️ for me.
Another great video. And, of course, I've downloaded the free version. I figure it won't be long before I get the full version. Don't know what I'd do without my KnitCompanion.
Staci, you’re so hilarious. Hehe. Thank you so much for showing us this cool app. I’m wondering, is the app able to take the chart we’ve painted and generate a “knitted mock up” image of what we’ve painted in the chart ie. showing a knitted mock up of the lace patterns and cables, etc?
Hmm...I'm not sure I understand your question. The chart itself is sort of a knitted mock-up because you can see what the results will be within the chart. I'm still learning the app myself - you might want to contact knitCompanion with your question.
I don't know if kC has plans to make this for Android and/or PC. I know they run into some roadblocks with the knitCompanion app and the Android platform...it is likely that is an issue with this app, too.
Thankyou Stacy. I made up a pattern using this app but didn’t get very far on the free version. It was helpful to though and thanks to you I understand it a bit better. ❤️
Thank you soooo much for this quick tutorial...really made me rethink my designing!!!! Off your download and give it a try A question tho...is it possible to do multiple charts hit one pattern? As some projects require separate charts.
Does the paid tier allow you to export pattern charts and keys as vector images? This looks great and much more fun to use than what I’m using currently, but having edgeless vectors is much better from a design perspective because then you can really pop your charts into your pattern design any way that you want. I’ll probably stick with what I currently use until this offers vector export. LMK. Thanks for your videos.
@@leatheagray2514 I have knit companion. I was referring to this app.... also, some of the features for companion are ipad only. The demos look cool, but ipads are pricey.
Very cool app. I'm doing the genius trial. One request, I'm left-handed and do mirror knitting. When numbering the chart would love if alternate numbering could be both ways and if, when the written pattern is generated, it could take that into consideration. So, if Row 1 was read left-to-right, the written instructions were generated that way, also. I love that I can customize the key, so I can reverse ssk with k2tog by changing the key. Thank you for that.
From what I understand, PatternGenius projects are saved on one type of file format, and knitCompanion projects are saved in a different one. But, that said, once you save your PG project to a PDF (a finished pattern), it can be opened in kC, then saved as a kC project.
For me personally it is not something I would use because I do not design lease not at the moment. But I was wondering do they have a version of this for crocheters? My sister designs crochet patterns.
I use the free Knit Companion. I have concerns. If I purchase a pattern from a website other than Ravelry, and download it onto my knitcompanion on my iPad, and then a few years latter my iPad dies, can I still recover that purchased pattern when I get a new iPad or maybe some other computer? I cannot pull up my knit companion on my android smart phone so that it will show all the patterns I downloaded. Do I have to purchase knit companion? I don’t feel I use it enough for what the monthly charge is.
Yes - you can use DropBox to get any PDF into knitCompanion. Check out the playlist of kC videos, and the Android FAQ and Apple FAQ videos demonstrate ways to get your PDFs into kC.
I want to have an instruction to repeat a group of rows in a chart a number of times before carrying on with the rest of the chart (rather than make the chart longer). I can’t seem to see how to do that - can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks
Is it possible to create symbols that are not included with the app? some patterns require moving of stitches/marker. Example: move marker x-stitches left or right. Keeping the same amount of stitches but having to shift stitches before or after marker Also anyone else having issues with submitting a support ticket?
I have heard so many people say this about knitCompanion, now I'm hearing the same thing about this app! I think it is worth it. I'm an Android user, too...but my iPad gets a lot of use with these apps.
That app is fantastic and I don’t even design! LOL! Next up, an app that translates crochet patterns into knit patterns?!? Yes, please!! 🤗
I have been knitting since I was a child and now that I’m retired my schedule allows me to really dive into it. I have learned so much from you and even though I have no desire to design, I can’t tell you how much your tutorials have helped me expand my skill and share techniques with others. I highly recommend you to all my knitting friends. 💕
I have knitted for over 16 years and wanted to learn how to create my own patterns. Thank you for creating this tutorial. It helped me in understanding the tool and allowed me to bring my decade old ideas to life. ❤
I’m not a designer, but I like working more complex designs from charts. I looked for charting apps when I was knitting a pattern with row by row instructions only and I wanted to create a chart. What a disappointment! There wasn’t much to choose from, and I ended up using graph paper. This looks like the charting app I’ve always wanted! Thanks for the great introduction. Knit Companion is also a great utility for knitters.
This was so informative! I downloaded it over a year ago and struggled a little bit. I use use my I pad for everything. Now I can get all my charts ready for the many patterns I have on graph paper and in my brain. Thanks you for always being so informative and sharing your knowledge.
I've arrived VERY LATE in life to the knitting party - newbie of newbies - LOVE your video content: pace of instruction, visual demos, and voice. Thank you!
This is Awesome! Looking forward to seeing crochet terms being added to the Application.
That app is so awesome...I can’t believe what it can do. I only have written basic patterns and never charted them. I truly was amazed. Thank you for your channel...I have learned so much from you....it’s like having your own personal teacher...thank you.
Not in any way, shape or form am I a knitwear designer, but holy cow I could add patterns to my vanilla socks without any problem! Pattern Genius is an apt description for this program. Thanks for introducing it to us. I use Knit Companion all the time because of your videos.
This is great for those who have thought about designing but are apprehensive about pattern writing. Another great app
Oh my, this is genius (😂) I have just bought a pattern with typos in the pdf and no chart, but with this app I can literally see and rework the pattern so it’s legible and workable, I’ve had an iPad for years and only started using it recently due to your knit companion videos. So helpful
Wow, that’s so cool! Who would ever have thought making your own pattern would have got so much fun! That’s amazing 👍👏👏👏👏
I'm so happy to hear Knit Companion is coming out with a version for Mac laptops (and I hope, desktops). I love Knit Companion, thanks to learning about it from you, Staci, a while back. But my iPad is too old to support it anymore. I recently bought a Mac Mini. I was dismayed I couldn't load Knit Companion on it. So, thank you very much for the news. I can't wait to see your next video using your laptop.
I’m definitely going to grab this when I get a tablet. Thanks for all your amazing videos. You’ve helped me so much in my journey to become a consistent knitter 🥰
I used the Free version of Knitcompanion and then purchased it. I use it with my knitting and a lot with doing mosaic crochet patterns and charts. Its been a game changer. Ps...I only use Android cells and tablets.
Fantastic! Thank you for a great video and very comprehensive demonstration of this knitting tool!
I'm currently writing my first pattern and this is completely mind blowingly simple to do!!! Heading over to the app store.
You're gonna love it! I'm thoroughly impressed with the app.
@@verypinkknits can't wait!
i am so excited about this! i used stitch fiddle to create a pattern and i love having charted and written instructions. stitch fiddle didn't write the multiple of stitches as P 25; it wrote out P, P, P, P over and over. i'm definitely going for the sub on pattern genius.
BRILLIANT!! Definitely getting this app. I didn't necessarily see myself designing before, but this app is making me rethink that!
Stumbled across this and it is EXACTLY what I was looking for!! Should have known you would have it... You are brilliant! THANKS!!! I wanted to create a chart with images for making a Christmas stocking. I think this will work great. As I get better I am hoping to use the color to see what using different colors with a specific chart would look like. I AM EXCITED!! THANKS AGAIN!!
Oh my!...... I'm so excited for this app. Thank you so much for showing the app.... heading straight for the app store
Love it! 🥰 Knit Companion changed my life!!!!
Wow, I've just dabbled in some designs for myself, but this would have made things SO MUCH easier - I'm off to get the free version (to start!). Thank you so much for this introductory video.
I really like the idea of this app. Thank you for bringing it to our attention. 👍🏼
Great video on what appears to be a great app. I wonder if this or some other app will plug in a knitting gauge and create instructions for a garment based on measurements: arm stye decreases, necklines, sleeve decreases, etc. Since you have to calculate these basic numbers before using any chart, this seems to be a necessary first step. KnitCompanion is my constant companion, and I will certainly check out Pattern Genius. Thanks for all your helpful information.
Check out Bellish.
Amazing! Definitely downloading this app right away. Thank you for all your videos!
This is one cool well thought out app .love it . Thanks for showing us how to work this .
Thank you for your ever so great tutorials!! Love this app, too. Question: Are multiple charts possible within one project? For my use, I am charting a written instruction MKAL. 🤦🏼♀️ for me.
Nice! This is great for designers. I'm just learning to knit, but this is awesome. Thank you.
Omg this is amazing I really hope they make an Android version 😍
Awesome! I was wishing recently for a pattern design app. And I love KC!
When will Android and Windows versions be available?
Another great video. And, of course, I've downloaded the free version. I figure it won't be long before I get the full version. Don't know what I'd do without my KnitCompanion.
This males me want to be a designer. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Great demo., cannot wait to try. Thanks
GENIUS! I cannot wait to try it. Just downloaded the app. 🙃
Staci, you’re so hilarious. Hehe. Thank you so much for showing us this cool app. I’m wondering, is the app able to take the chart we’ve painted and generate a “knitted mock up” image of what we’ve painted in the chart ie. showing a knitted mock up of the lace patterns and cables, etc?
Hmm...I'm not sure I understand your question. The chart itself is sort of a knitted mock-up because you can see what the results will be within the chart. I'm still learning the app myself - you might want to contact knitCompanion with your question.
Wow...that app is AWESOME!!
I would love to use this, but don’t have an iPad or MacBook. Do you know if it will ever be available for PC?
I don't know if kC has plans to make this for Android and/or PC. I know they run into some roadblocks with the knitCompanion app and the Android platform...it is likely that is an issue with this app, too.
Is there an alternative,similar program for non-Apple users?
this is amazing. i usually have to make mine. i love this as a add on to knit companion
Knitting pattern question. How to do row 5..Row 5: K5, *p6, (k1, p1) 3 times in same st, p6, rep from *11 times, k5.
Wow, that really looks interesting. Thank you so much. 🕊❤️
Thankyou Stacy. I made up a pattern using this app but didn’t get very far on the free version. It was helpful to though and thanks to you I understand it a bit better. ❤️
Thank you soooo much for this quick tutorial...really made me rethink my designing!!!! Off your download and give it a try
A question tho...is it possible to do multiple charts hit one pattern? As some projects require separate charts.
I'm sure that is possible, I haven't tried it myself yet...I recommend contacting knitCompanion directly with your question.
Hello thank you for all your knitting help thaks
Does the paid tier allow you to export pattern charts and keys as vector images? This looks great and much more fun to use than what I’m using currently, but having edgeless vectors is much better from a design perspective because then you can really pop your charts into your pattern design any way that you want. I’ll probably stick with what I currently use until this offers vector export. LMK. Thanks for your videos.
Vector output is part of the free basics. Enjoy!
@@knitCompanion excellent. Thank you!
I can’t find the app at the App Store. Is it because I’m on the phone not the laptop? 😢
Loving your tutorials by the way ❤😊
I was just able to find it in the Apple App Store - you can also try searching for "All Genius".
@@verypinkknits thank you, I’ll check it out
It looks awesome. Almost makes me want a mac - except for all the other things I do.
They make a version of Knit Companion for android. I have it on my phone. I hope they'll make this design app for android, too.
@@leatheagray2514 I have knit companion. I was referring to this app.... also, some of the features for companion are ipad only. The demos look cool, but ipads are pricey.
This is just awesome I'd like to request android and crochet too haha 😄 just great!
Thanks for the demo. If you have a pattern that only contains written instructions, could PatternGenius make chart out of the written instructions?
I'm still learning the app myself, but I don't think it works the opposite direction.
Very cool app. I'm doing the genius trial. One request, I'm left-handed and do mirror knitting. When numbering the chart would love if alternate numbering could be both ways and if, when the written pattern is generated, it could take that into consideration. So, if Row 1 was read left-to-right, the written instructions were generated that way, also.
I love that I can customize the key, so I can reverse ssk with k2tog by changing the key. Thank you for that.
I recommend giving this information to kC directly - support@knitcompanion.com.
Great app! Does it enable you to create KnitCompanion proprietary file format projects?
From what I understand, PatternGenius projects are saved on one type of file format, and knitCompanion projects are saved in a different one. But, that said, once you save your PG project to a PDF (a finished pattern), it can be opened in kC, then saved as a kC project.
Downloaded, thank you Stacy! So does Pattern Genius teach you how to design your own pattern?
No, it doesn't really teach that, sorry.
For me personally it is not something I would use because I do not design lease not at the moment. But I was wondering do they have a version of this for crocheters? My sister designs crochet patterns.
Thank you! This is so great, I love this!
It's a shame they won't be doing an Android version😫
Are they for sure NOT going to create for Android? 😭🤞🙏
I use the free Knit Companion. I have concerns. If I purchase a pattern from a website other than Ravelry, and download it onto my knitcompanion on my iPad, and then a few years latter my iPad dies, can I still recover that purchased pattern when I get a new iPad or maybe some other computer? I cannot pull up my knit companion on my android smart phone so that it will show all the patterns I downloaded. Do I have to purchase knit companion? I don’t feel I use it enough for what the monthly charge is.
Yes - you can use DropBox to get any PDF into knitCompanion. Check out the playlist of kC videos, and the Android FAQ and Apple FAQ videos demonstrate ways to get your PDFs into kC.
Another app I am going to have to download and play with.
I want an app that calculates the stitches I need for my size tells me how to knit it on the machine does it do this
Wonderful video! You created a one size pattern. Can you create multiple sizes for a sweater pattern?
The subscription tier has all kinds of things you can do with charts, including creating repeats that would be important for sizing.
Thanks for such a quick response!
I dont have Apple, witch one do you recommend vor me Samsung
Sorry about my english, i m German
Is there a crochet version of this software please?
I want to have an instruction to repeat a group of rows in a chart a number of times before carrying on with the rest of the chart (rather than make the chart longer). I can’t seem to see how to do that - can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks
I love this. I'm going to down load the app right now. :)
Fabulous!
Will this work on knitting machine
Is it possible to create symbols that are not included with the app?
some patterns require moving of stitches/marker. Example: move marker x-stitches left or right. Keeping the same amount of stitches but having to shift stitches before or after marker
Also anyone else having issues with submitting a support ticket?
Anyone know how to transfer saved patterns from the original version of knit companion to the new version.
For the Mentolat Scarf, what colors of Kramer Perfection Dk did you use?
Sorry, I don't have that info readily available...I used leftover yarns from tutorials I've done with Kraemer.
AMAZING!!!!! 🤩
Is this iOS only or is there an android version available?
When will this be available for android?
I don't they are currently working on this for Android...I believe they are working on a version for PC.
But not available on an iPhone?!? Bummer!
iOS is the operating system for both iPhone and iPad. I think it is easier to use this app on a bigger screen, but it will work on an iPhone.
If you use a software to design a pattern can you then sell it as your own?
Yes, absolutely. The pattern you create with the app is your own, and you can sell it or give it away, whatever you like.
This is amazing
Can I convert a written pattern to a chart using Pattern Genius?
Yes - you have to chart it yourself, but you can totally do that!
Does Apple Pencil work with this app?
Sure does!
👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💕🤗
Amazing.
no androids?
knitCompanion is available for Android, but PatternGenuis isn't just yet.
Cool tool, too bad it is only apple.
Wow wow wow!
I am an Android user but I might have to get an ipad just for that.
I have heard so many people say this about knitCompanion, now I'm hearing the same thing about this app! I think it is worth it. I'm an Android user, too...but my iPad gets a lot of use with these apps.