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Deb Robson

Deborah Robson is a fiber generalist, with specialized knowledge about spinning, knitting, and weaving. She served as an editor at Interweave Press for fourteen years, including twelve years as editor-in-chief of Spin-Off: The Magazine for Handspinners. She also edited Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot and has worked for a number of other presses. Her sock-specific background includes collaborating with Rita Buchanan on Spin-Off’s “The Joy of Socks” issue (Winter 1992) and Socks: A Spin-Off Special Publication for Knitters and Spinners. She contributed an essay called “Traveling Socks” to The Knitter’s Gift and never tires of knitting, or wearing, handmade socks.

An Introduction to the Wild, Wacky (and Disciplined) Realm of Publishing

Today’s opportunities for publishing knitting designs are more varied than ever. That’s great in terms of opportunities, but the array of possibilities is almost bewilderingly complex. Instead of a relatively small number of people wanting to place their designs through a relatively small number of publication outlets, as was the case not long ago, there are now almost limitless channels competing for the designer’s work and audience attention.Single designs or books? Print or electronic? Established publisher (small? large?) or self-publication? What about contracts and rights? If you want to publish your work, you’ll need to decide which path is right for you. This class will give you a map of the territory, a list of the vocabulary and skills you’ll need, and an introduction to the tools for success.If you’re just curious about the publication process, this class will provide you with an understanding of what both designers and publishers go through to share their ideas with you. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the treasure that is a good published knitting pattern.