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| Decision field | Free accountThreadloop Sewing Pattern DatabaseGlobalRemove | Open accessHeel Nederland Repareert Clothing MapNetherlands · European UnionRemove |
|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | ||
| Primary job | Find patterns & fit | Repair & conserve |
| Area | Patterns & fit | Techniques & repair |
| Best for | Searching current and out-of-print sewing patterns | Finding a Dutch clothing, bag, shoe, or community repair point by postcode, radius, and item category |
| Know before using | Community members add and quality-control the records, so confirm sizing, measurements, fabric suggestions, format, availability, errata, license, and purchase terms with the designer or publisher. Adding an entry to a stash does not provide the pattern files. Saved searches and private PDF storage are paid Plus features, and a listing or review does not establish pattern accuracy or fit. | The maintainers state that the map is updated but may contain inaccurate information. Submission does not prove current hours, clothing expertise, service type, price, accessibility, parts, workmanship, warranty, availability, or outcome. The interface is Dutch. |
| Practical access | ||
| For | Makers | Makers |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | Netherlands · European Union |
| Access | Free account | Open access |
| Format | Community | Directory |
| Source type | Community database | Community database |
| Source and review | ||
| What the source establishes | Threadloop's official guide describes an independent, fully crowdsourced database covering available and out-of-print sewing patterns. Its search supports pattern type, fabric type, age group, body type, cup size, level, format, file features, language, measurements, availability, and other filters; members can also track a stash, wishlist, projects, reviews, and discussions. | The national repair map separates professional companies and volunteer organizations, exposes postcode and clothing filters, accepts new and corrected repair-point submissions, and names its nonprofit and waste-prevention maintainers. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 17, 2027 | Jan 12, 2027 |
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