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    Old 07-30-2011, 03:11 AM
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    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.
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    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.
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    I have no idea, will be watchng this thread for sure.
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    Old 07-30-2011, 03:20 AM
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    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.
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    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
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    I think you just should give credit to the designer. I agree, it's the pattern you can't sell.
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    Old 07-30-2011, 04:34 AM
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    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.
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    I think if you list the pattern name and designer on the label to give them credit it would be alright.
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    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.
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    Old 07-30-2011, 05:52 AM
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    That was my response!
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