Welcome to the home of the Open Pattern Format documentation. Here you will find everything you need relating to the Open Pattern Format whether you are a yarn crafter, designer or developer.
Overview
The Open Pattern Format or OPAF for short is a comprehensive file format specification for digital yarn craft patterns and projects. The specification covers all elements which make up your average pattern including metadata, components, instructions and charts.
Features
- Structured metadata
- Configurable & customisable
- Standardised terminology
- Interactive instructions & charts
- Project tracking
- XML based (can be read in any text editor)
- Free, open source & permissive