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| Decision field | Open accessAIC Find a ProfessionalUnited States · North AmericaRemove | Open accessPattern Test Brief TemplateGlobalRemove |
|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | ||
| Primary job | Repair & conserve | Find patterns & fit |
| Also useful for | No additional job recorded | No additional job recorded |
| Area | Techniques & repair | Patterns & fit |
| Best for | Finding professional textile or costume conservation help in the United States | Planning a sewing, knitting, or crochet pattern test |
| Know before using | The directory is opt-in and excludes qualified people who do not list; designation does not guarantee availability, price, or suitability for a specific object or treatment. | The workflow is not a contract or quality certification; local legal duties and technical review may still apply. |
| Practical access | ||
| For | Both | Both |
| Location or jurisdiction | United States · North America | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Directory | Stitch Authority |
| Source type | Industry organization | Stitch Authority |
| Source and review | ||
| What the source establishes | AIC says listed Professional Members complete a peer-reviewed application and may be searched by specialty, material, service, location, or name. | The linked tool or guide is maintained inside Stitch Authority and was checked against its current public interface. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 16, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 12, 2027 | Jul 15, 2027 |
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