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Decision fieldFree accountThreadloop Sewing Pattern DatabaseGlobalRemoveFree + paidCommon ObjectiveGlobalRemoveFree + paidYarnpondGlobalRemoveOpen accessQuiltMapGlobalRemove
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Primary jobFind patterns & fitSource productionFind patterns & fitChoose materials
AreaPatterns & fitProductionPatterns & fitMaterials
Best forSearching current and out-of-print sewing patternsFinding sustainability-focused suppliers and guidanceRunning knit or crochet pattern testsFinding quilt-material sellers and adjacent quilting services by country or map
Know before usingCommunity 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.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.The platform is for knit and crochet rather than sewing, and a profile, application, rating, or platform listing does not prove technical competence, availability, identity, or fit for a project. Prices and plan limits can change. Define the test or edit scope, sizes, yarn, deadlines, compensation, confidentiality, intellectual property, file handling, expected feedback, and dispute process in writing before work starts.Coverage is quilting-specific and uneven by country; businesses can pay for enhanced features, and community or owner updates do not verify inventory, service quality, hours, or availability.
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ForMakersApparel brandsBothMakers
Location or jurisdictionGlobalGlobalGlobalGlobal
AccessFree accountFree + paidFree + paidOpen access
FormatCommunityMarketplaceCommunityDirectory
Source typeCommunity databaseCommercial marketplaceFirst-party platformFirst-party platform
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What the source establishesThreadloop'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.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.Yarnpond's current pages let knit and crochet designers publish public or private testing calls, select applicants, communicate with test teams, set milestones, collect feedback, post sample-making calls, and advertise tech-editing jobs. Testers can participate without charge, while designers pay per testing or job post or use a subscription, and tech editors maintain profiles and apply to posted work.QuiltMap describes free public search and free basic listings, community submissions and claims, and country routes covering North America, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and Australia.
Linked page reviewedJul 21, 2026Jul 21, 2026Jul 21, 2026Jul 15, 2026
Next review dueJan 17, 2027Jan 17, 2027Jan 17, 2027Jan 11, 2027
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