Episode 2 | Should patterns be free?

In this episode of the Yarn Library podcast, hosts Adam Cleevely and Georgia Denham delve into the complexities of pattern design in the knitting community. They discuss recent controversies surrounding designer compensation, the corporate dynamics at play, and the implications of exposure versus fair payment for designers. The conversation also explores the economics of free patterns, market dynamics based on pattern complexity, and the varying skill levels of knitters. Ultimately, they reflect on the broader implications of craft, wellbeing, and the pursuit of mastery in the knitting world.