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| Decision field | Free accountThreadloop Sewing Pattern DatabaseGlobalRemove | Open accessKnittyGlobalRemove | Open accessJacaranda Quilters' Guild VendorsSouth Africa · AfricaRemove |
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| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Find patterns & fit | Find patterns & fit | Choose materials |
| Area | Patterns & fit | Yarn | Materials |
| Best for | Searching current and out-of-print sewing patterns | Free editorial knitting patterns and techniques | Finding quilt, fibre, sewing, and machine suppliers around Gauteng and nearby South African regions |
| 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. | Free access does not grant commercial reproduction or sale rights; uses beyond one personal copy must be resolved with the designer or author. Knitty says it tries to avoid errors but disclaims responsibility for pattern and technique inaccuracies. Check the live page for corrections, verify gauge and measurements, and confirm permission before any commercial use. | The guild actively markets participating vendors and the list is concentrated around Gauteng rather than national coverage; inclusion does not establish stock, pricing, accessibility, workmanship, or suitability, so verify directly. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Makers | Makers | Makers |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | Global | South Africa · Africa |
| Access | Free account | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Community | Reference | Directory |
| Source type | Community database | First-party platform | Industry organization |
| 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. | Knitty currently publishes web-only editorial issues containing original knitting and crochet patterns and articles. Its legal page states that patterns are free for one person's personal use, identifies each designer or author as the copyright holder, and explains that verified pattern corrections are posted in bright pink on the pattern page. | The current guild page identifies participating vendors, locations or service areas, product and service scopes, contact routes, online or appointment conditions, and selected business links. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 17, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 | Jan 11, 2027 |
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