Calling all designers!

We've had the very good fortune to work with some of the best  pattern designers in the known universe.

And now's your chance to join them.

This is an open call for original pattern design submissions. Accepted patterns will be published by Three Irish Girls and may be distributed via PDF download, through local yarn shops, or in future editions of our lookbooks.

Here's what we have to offer:

• Competitive design fees and royalty payments
• Excellent designer exposure and promotion
• Yarn and photography support
• Designer-friendly contract terms
• Pattern tech editing

Here's what we're looking for:

• Original patterns not published elsewhere
• Unique points of view
• Designs that highlight the beautiful nature of hand dyed yarn
• Garments of all types (socks, sweaters, scarves, hats, mittens, shawls, etc)
• Patterns for babies, children, men, and women
• Toys, home decor, and seasonal projects

How to submit your designs:

• Prepare a short document (MS Word or PDF) that includes a sketch or photograph of your design, along with pattern notes, any sample charts, and scanned swatches
• A list of suggested fibers and yarn weights
• A short biographical profile (it doesn't matter if this is your first pattern, we just want to know a little bit about you). Please include your full name, email address, mailing address, and phone number (we promise not to share these).
• Email your document to us with "PATTERN SUBMISSION" in the subject line to threeirishgirls @ gmail . com (no spaces)
• Please submit no later than the end of December 20, 2011.

Please feel free to tell your designer friends about this open call -- everyone is welcome. Direct your questions to us by using the contact form on the right side of this page.

To get a feel for our aesthetic, visit our moodboards for this design call:

Modern Vintage

Urban Chic

Kidlets

We can't wait to see what you come up with!

Comments

[Amy (Peppermint Mocha Mama)]

Oh my goodness - complete serendipity! I just wrote a new pattern and am currently test knitting it... I am so giggly right now, I can't stand it!!

[kimberly]

I am going to chance my luck at a third design with you. Im stoked & already have an idea!

[Yarnista]

Sweet, I look forward to seeing what y'all come up with!

[jc]

Question, are you only looking for knit designs, or are you open to crochet also?

[Yarnista]

JC, we'd love to see your crochet ideas!

[Sarah Stevens]

I am writing a pattern as we speak for my 3 kiddos- I'm thinking I need to get busy and get it headed in your direction :) Happy Holidays!