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    I wrote operating instructions for years. Good step by step bullets, with photos of key steps. That way the instructions aren't too long. I would test something for you.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BellasQuilts View Post
    I wrote operating instructions for years. Good step by step bullets, with photos of key steps. That way the instructions aren't too long. I would test something for you.
    I agree with this as well. Having steps broken down into bite sized chunks is preferred to big slabs of wordy paragraphs. I think numbering the steps as opposed to just using bullets is helpful too because if someone has a question it is easy to say, "What did she mean in #3".
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    Photos or illustrations with explanations that are step-by-step. Try not to use abbreviations. Even if something is repetitive, spell it out in order every time so people aren't trying to go back and forth within the pattern steps (more experienced people can just skip the repetitive parts). Make sure the photos or illustrations actually SHOW what to do. It really doesn't help when the photo is just of the back of a presser foot. Use a good close-up lens if necessary. Be sure to include amounts of fabric needed for different sizes. For those who like to do paper piecing, include that template (or those templates) as alternatives to using precuts. It would be great to have color photos of the finished product in several different color ways--maybe traditional prints, batiks, and brights. Test it out with a newbie or two to make sure you haven't missed anything.


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    I like requirements for different sizes and also a couple pics in different color ways. I would like to see illustrations of tricky or hard to explain steps. Also numbered steps to keep track of my progress. The rest in easy to understand text would be fine.

    I also would be happy to be a pattern tester for you. PM me whenever you need a tester.
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    As I get older, I find that my learning style does best with both text and drawings/photos. I'm always concerned that I'll misinterpret the directions. With a photo and/or drawing, I feel more confident.

    And bless you for asking!

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    I would be interested in proof reading for you or testing, let me know. Mahalo
    Quote Originally Posted by LindseyW View Post
    I have a question for you all. Do you prefer quilt patterns that have actual photographs of the steps, or do you prefer patterns that are made mostly text with a few graphics included?

    I have a few patterns that I am working on making and am trying to decide which route to go. So any input would be awesome!

    *Also, if I needed a pattern proof read or tested would anyone be interested?

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    I prefer pictures an instructions also because if something doesn't make sense I can take a look at it, stare at it lol until it does.
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    A mixture of both - like these
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    I'm visual - the more photos the better.

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    I love a blog that has good pictures and descriptive text. That's how I put together my first finished quilt just following all the steps. I'm making placemats now, and the instructions on the tutorial blog said to cut 18 jelly roll strips in half. I was wondering in which direction. I finally figured out they meant in half to make two 20" strips (or thereabouts.) Pictures helped with that one.

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