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| Decision field | Open accessGarment POM Definition & Verification RecordGlobalRemove | Open accessHaberdasheroo UK Sewing DirectoryUnited Kingdom · Europe & MediterraneanRemove | Free + paidCommon ObjectiveGlobalRemove |
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| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Source production | Choose materials | Source production |
| Area | Production | Materials | Production |
| Best for | Turning an ambiguous POM name, code, or diagram into a reproducible method before setting targets, tolerances, or inspection decisions | Finding UK fabric, notions, yarn, sewing services, or classes by location | Finding sustainability-focused suppliers and guidance |
| Know before using | The record does not reproduce licensed ISO measurement drawings, supply universal POM codes or targets, approve an internal method, prove measurement capability or product fit, or replace qualified technical-design, pattern, fit, quality, metrology, safety, and regulatory review. | Listings can be owner-submitted or team-added, and affiliate or marketplace relationships are commercial influences; verify current stock, price, opening, delivery, returns, and service quality directly. | A profile, match, uploaded credential, training credit, award, or platform ranking is not independent certification of a supplier or proof of current capability, performance, impact, capacity, or project fit. The platform's own ranking inputs and paid visibility affect discovery. Verify credentials with the issuer and check the legal entity, production site, claims, samples, references, terms, and compliance directly. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Apparel brands | Makers | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | United Kingdom · Europe & Mediterranean | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access | Free + paid |
| Format | Stitch Authority | Marketplace | Marketplace |
| Source type | Stitch Authority | Commercial marketplace | Commercial marketplace |
| Source and review | |||
| What the source establishes | The guide cites current ISO garment-measurement, body-measurement, and textile-conditioning standards plus NIST measurement-process guidance for repeatability and reproducibility; it requires organization-specific codes, added points, targets, and tolerances to remain explicitly controlled. | The public directory exposes location and shop-type discovery, while the platform states that business listings have no monthly fee and revenue comes from affiliate partnerships and marketplace commissions. | Common Objective currently offers free individual and business profiles, personalised matches, supplier and content search, and limited monthly connection requests. Paid tiers unlock unlimited connections, additional content, training credits, and the CO Create sourcing workflow. Businesses enter their own profile information and upload certification or membership evidence; profile completeness, sustainability material, training credits, awards, and paid capabilities can influence visibility or ranking. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jul 16, 2027 | Jan 12, 2027 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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