Originally Posted by dakotamaid
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
Originally Posted by dakotamaid
Their pattern is not copy wrighted, is it? Can we use that layout for our own quilts of valor?
The *block* is not copyright, just the written instructions and graphic they have created. I have made this star for years, have even written instructions myself. Use it as you wish, but you probably shouldn't hand out the pattern or teach a class with it.
Jan in VA
I'm talking about the layout, stars down in columns and the star fabric across the top. If I copy that layout am I in trouble?
Actually, that pattern IS a copyright pattern by Brannock and Patek who are fabric desiners for Moda. They put out the pattern months before Moda had their push for stars for soldiers.
So, as it's become very recognizable thru Moda's effort, I'd be very careful how you use it....not for monetary award in a show, not for a class unless the pattern purchase is required, not for making a quilt to sell, etc.
Obviously it's meant for you to make one for your own use, though.
Jan in VA