Originally Posted by
Scissor Queen
Copyright aside, did you really think a designer that's selling an item would actually give permission for somebody to sell the same item? If she really doesn't want somebody making and selling her item then she shouldn't have sold the pattern. Once the pattern is sold she relinquishes all control over any product made from the pattern she sold. You can't have your cake and eat it too.
Our "opinions" will not likely stand up in COURT...I once made a raffle quilt for a non-profit and before I used the pattern , I emailed the designer and asked her for permission to do so. She was quite gracious and gave her approval to do so. She asked that I giver her credit for the pattern design and add her website to the label...happily! SO...when in doubt, just get in touch with the pattern designer first and ask for permission. I would not risk a lawsuit. The sewing and craft world is a small one esp with the internet. I would not risk it. Get permission or accept the answer you get. IMHO
sandy