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| Decision field | Free accountThreadloop Sewing Pattern DatabaseGlobalRemove | Open accessGOTS Certified SuppliersGlobalRemove | Open accessJacaranda Quilters' Guild VendorsSouth Africa · AfricaRemove |
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| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Find patterns & fit | Check standards | Choose materials |
| Area | Patterns & fit | Materials | Materials |
| Best for | Searching current and out-of-print sewing patterns | Checking GOTS certification records | 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. | A company result is not a blanket approval; confirm the certificate scope, validity, facility, process, product, and transaction documentation for the exact purchase. | 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 | Apparel brands | Makers |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | Global | South Africa · Africa |
| Access | Free account | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Community | Directory | Directory |
| Source type | Community database | Official registry | 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. | The official GOTS search exposes certified entities by country, field of operation, product category, and certification detail, including processing and trading scopes. | 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 15, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 17, 2027 | Oct 13, 2026 | Jan 11, 2027 |
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