Review criteria and rejection reasons

The 5 things we check

1. 1

   Is the thumbnail right?

   It should clearly show the finished piece.

2. 2

   Is the category right?

   Craft, category, and difficulty should match the actual pattern.

3. 3

   Is the pattern complete?

   Someone should be able to follow it from start to finish with no missing steps.

4. 4

   Is it your original work?

   It must not copy or transcribe another pattern or publication.

5. 5

   Does the description match?

   Title, description, and yarn, needle, and gauge details should match the Paper.

Common rejection reasons

Thumbnail

It doesn't show the result well. Use a photo that clearly shows the finished piece.

Category

The chosen category doesn't match the pattern. Pick the right one.

Incomplete

Steps or instructions are missing. Fill them in so others can follow it to the end.

Possible copyright issue

It looks very similar to another pattern or publication. Only original work can be shared.

Description mismatch

The title, description, or specs differ from the Paper. Make them match.

Readability

The pattern is hard to read. Tidy up chart size, text, and photos.

Low-quality patterns may not pass

The criteria stay the same during events. Patterns that are hard for others to follow may be rejected.

If your pattern is rejected

1. 1

   Check the notification

   You'll get a rejection notification and email.

2. 2

   Read the reason

   The reason appears in the “Not approved” box at the top of the listing screen.

3. 3

   Fix it and request again

   Update the Paper or the details, then tap “Submit for review” again.