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| Decision field | Free accountThreadloop Sewing Pattern DatabaseGlobalRemove | Open accessUK Textile Labelling GuidanceUnited Kingdom · Europe & MediterraneanRemove | Open accessPattern Test Brief TemplateGlobalRemove |
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| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Find patterns & fit | Check standards | Find patterns & fit |
| Area | Patterns & fit | Standards | Patterns & fit |
| Best for | Searching current and out-of-print sewing patterns | Starting a Great Britain textile-label compliance check | Planning a sewing, knitting, or crochet pattern test |
| 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 guide expressly excludes Northern Ireland and says only courts can authoritatively interpret the law. It is not the controlling legislation, an approved label, a product classification, or legal advice. Confirm current legislation and amendments, the exact product and exemptions, substantiated composition, responsible manufacturer or importer, online and physical presentation, and any other safety, chemicals, origin, care, or consumer-law duties. | The workflow is not a contract or quality certification; local legal duties and technical review may still apply. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Makers | Apparel brands | Both |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | United Kingdom · Europe & Mediterranean | Global |
| Access | Free account | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Community | Reference | Stitch Authority |
| Source type | Community database | Government guidance | Stitch Authority |
| 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. | Business Companion's July 2026 guide covers England, Scotland, and Wales. It explains fibre-content labels under the Textile Products Regulations and assimilated Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011, including permitted fibre names, products containing at least 80% textile fibres, components with different compositions, English-language and placement rules, non-textile animal-origin wording, and fibre information in catalogue and online sales. | The linked tool or guide is maintained inside Stitch Authority and was checked against its current public interface. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 17, 2027 | Oct 19, 2026 | Jul 15, 2027 |
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