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Open Pattern Format

A digital pattern file format for yarn based crafts

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What is OPAF?

Open Pattern Format is a comprehensive file format aimed at yarn based crafts including knitting and crochet. OPAF patterns have the ability to store dynamic information making it possible to create truly customisable patterns.

Pattern Manager App

The Pattern Manager app allows crafters to organise their OPAF patterns, configure and customise projects with ease. View pattern instructions on a clear and concise interface that scales to fit any screen size and is packed with interactive features.

Pattern Creator Tool

The Pattern Creator Tool helps designers to create OPAF pattern files.

Blog


Articles and tutorials packed with useful tips and information about all things OPAF.

Pattern Manager Tutorial: Charts

Charts in Open Pattern Format patterns are a powerful resource for knitters. They are packed full of features that will transform the way you interact with knitting patterns. However, the main project interface of Pattern Manager where you follow instructions…

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Pattern Manager Tutorial: Reading Repeats

In Pattern Manager, repeats look a little different to how you may be used to seeing them. All repeats are displayed between separator lines to help determine what information is and is not included in the repeat. You can expect…

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Introducing… The OPAF Pattern Index

Pattern Manager update 0.5.0 brought a rather exciting new feature. We have introduced a brand new mechanism that makes finding OPAF patterns and adding them to Pattern Manager so much easier. There is now button on the top panel of…

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