We are looking for neckwear design proposals, such as a scarf, shawl or cowl. Your original design proposal should embrace the theme of 'Community'.

We plan to launch the designs in advance of the 2026 festival so visitors have a chance to make their own versions to wear on the weekend.

SCHEDULE

Submission deadline: Sunday 31 August
Decision: mid-September
Pattern and sample due: 14 November
Publication: 25 March 2025

COMPENSATION

You will be offered compensation in the form of a £150 flat fee. Iolair Yarn or Zakami Yarns will provide yarn support and your pattern will be tech edited.

Woolly Good will have non-exclusive rights to share your pattern as the 2026 Woolly Good Gathering design.

SUBMISSION

Pattern proposals should include at minimum: A brief description of the design, construction and inspiration, a sketch, an image of your swatch, and suggested yarn weight and fibre content. The selected designs will be paired with a yarn from either Iolair Yarn or Zakami Yarns.

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The Woolly Good Gathering is an Edinburgh event celebrating knitters, crocheters, weavers, spinners and fibre lovers with a festival of crafts, workshops, talks, food, music and good company.