- To introduce a Signature Landscape Collection, new hand-dyed colors exclusively for Jimmy Beans Wool by Misti Alpaca.
- To create awareness of new designers in the industry.
- To create a JBW Landscape pattern book with 12 designs, one for each of the 12 Landscape Collection colors.
- This pattern book will be a unique collection of independent designer labels or formats, bound together in a single volume.
- Each written pattern will be in the Designer's own format, but will include the JBW Landscape logo on the page.
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- Patterns may be knit or crochet.
- Patterns must be wholly original.
- Previously published online designer desirable.
- Designs to be written in Designers own format.
- Professional level of pattern design required - (format similar to Knitty or Twist Collective).
- If appropriate, (garment design) multiple sizes must be available in the finished pattern.
- Designs are to be created with the Landscape Chunky yarn in mind (an opportunity for quick knits and cozy items).
- Designer must submit preliminary design with schematic, expected measurements and description by July 1, 2010.
- Designs become the property of Jimmy Beans Wool.
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- To take place between July 1 and July 15, 2010.
- JBW to select between six and ten designs.
- If selected, design (knitted item and finished pattern) to be completed by September 1, 2010.
- If design/designer is selected, JBW will cover cost of Signature Landscape yarn for final product knit.
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- $100 cash award for selected designs.
- Grand Prize for best Landscape Design: Our favorite design, along with designer name, will be featured on approximately 5,000 to 10,000 shipping bags as part of our Project Pack Initiative.
- Designer name exposure.
- Being part of JBW newsletter, featured on our website, part of video reviews and instructional reviews when appropriate.
- Patterns and designers to be part of Landscape Collection pattern booklet.
- Relationship building for future events.
- Being part of JBW social media and any advertising.
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This is the first time that Jimmy Beans Wool has offered a professional pattern contest! If you have any questions or comments, we always welcome you to contact us at contest@JimmyBeansWool.com and although we have no intentions of changing any contest rules, Jimmy Beans Wool reserves the right to make guideline adjustments to the contest should the need arise. |
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