Also remember that just because others do it does not make it right. I see copyright infringement all the time; it's still not right.

We have a professional embroidery shop. If the design is recognizable, don't do it.That's the rule of thumb we were advised by our professional organization. Not the 10% that some say.

If you know where you got your inspiration from, and it's on a blog or website, maybe you could contact the designer of the original and ask permission. That way you'd know for sure if she'd be upset or not.

Does anyone know the name of the designer that sued and won $100,000 against a quilter?