{"id":3046,"date":"2023-03-14T10:46:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T09:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sewingfaq.com\/?p=3046"},"modified":"2023-03-14T10:46:09","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T09:46:09","slug":"can-i-use-a-pattern-for-a-sewing-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sewingfaq.com\/can-i-use-a-pattern-for-a-sewing-commission\/","title":{"rendered":"Can i use a pattern for a sewing commission?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A custom sewing commission is a great way to get a one-of-a-kind garment, made exactly to your specifications. You may have a difficult time finding a ready-made garment that meets all of your needs, but with a custom commission you can get exactly what you want. Many sewists are happy to work from a commercial pattern, while others may prefer to draft their own pattern or use a modified version of an existing pattern. When you contact a sewist about a commission, be sure to let them know what you are looking for and ask about their pattern policy.<\/p>\n

There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the pattern and the specific requirements of the commission. However, it is generally advisable to check with the person commissioning the work to see if they have any specific requirements or restrictions in place before beginning work.<\/p>\n

Can I sell something I made with a sewing pattern? <\/h2>\n

Copyright law protects artistic works, which includes knitting and sewing patterns. However, because patterns are essentially design documents, they are treated differently under copyright law. So, it will generally only be an infringement of copyright if the pattern is for making an item that is itself an artistic work.<\/p>\n

If you are using a pattern to create an object, the object itself is not protected by copyright. However, any accompanying materials (such as images) may be eligible for copyright protection. This means that you can sell the items you make from the pattern, but you cannot sell the pattern itself.<\/p>\n

Are old sewing patterns copyrighted <\/h3>\n