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Silver Needle 07-30-2011 03:11 AM

Is it ok under copyright laws to use a free pattern to make a quilt and then sell what you have made. I know you shouldn't do that without permission if it is published in a book or magazine. But I was wondering about the rules for free patterns.

LoriEl 07-30-2011 03:17 AM

Lots of times there is a note on the botom that tells you. Usually they say for yourself or gifts but not to sell but there is no general rule.

whinnytoo 07-30-2011 03:18 AM

I have no idea, will be watchng this thread for sure.

QultingaddictUK 07-30-2011 03:20 AM

I don't think the selling of the quilt is a problem it is the selling of the pattern that is totally against the generosity of the pattern designer.

katesnanna 07-30-2011 03:30 AM


Originally Posted by QultingaddictUK
I don't think the selling of the quilt is a problem it is the selling of the pattern that is totally against the generosity of the pattern designer.

Ditto

susie-susie-susie 07-30-2011 04:29 AM

I think you just should give credit to the designer. I agree, it's the pattern you can't sell.
Sue

Annaquilts 07-30-2011 04:34 AM

This!


Originally Posted by LoriEl
Lots of times there is a note on the botom that tells you. Usually they say for yourself or gifts but not to sell but there is no general rule.

:thumbup:

dltaylor 07-30-2011 04:34 AM

I think if you list the pattern name and designer on the label to give them credit it would be alright.

Annie68 07-30-2011 05:32 AM


Originally Posted by Silver Needle
Is it ok under copyright laws to use a free pattern to make a quilt and then sell what you have made. I know you shouldn't do that without permission if it is published in a book or magazine. But I was wondering about the rules for free patterns.

If it's an original pattern you need the author's permission to sell.
:)

SharBear 07-30-2011 05:52 AM

That was my response!


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