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| Decision field | Open accessPattern Test Brief TemplateGlobalRemove | Open accessPEFC Find CertifiedGlobalRemove | Free accountSwatchOnGlobalRemove |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | |||
| Primary job | Find patterns & fit | Check standards | Choose materials |
| Area | Patterns & fit | Standards | Materials |
| Best for | Planning a sewing, knitting, or crochet pattern test | Finding or checking paper-based packaging and hangtag suppliers with PEFC chain-of-custody scope | Sourcing swatches and low-MOQ fabric options |
| Know before using | The workflow is not a contract or quality certification; local legal duties and technical review may still apply. | A chain-of-custody record applies only to the named organization and scope; verify the exact product claim, current status, supplier role, artwork approval, and transaction documentation for each order. | SwatchOn's supplier status, counts, and trust language describe its own marketplace and can change. They do not independently establish fibre identity, performance, certification validity, mill ownership, production capacity, colour continuity, delivery, duty, or commercial fit. Review samples, test data, current certificates, the contracting entity, order terms, and landed logistics before purchase. |
| Practical access | |||
| For | Both | Apparel brands | Apparel brands |
| Location or jurisdiction | Global | Global | Global |
| Access | Open access | Open access | Free account |
| Format | Stitch Authority | Directory | Marketplace |
| Source type | Stitch Authority | Official registry | Commercial marketplace |
| Source and review | |||
| What the source establishes | The linked tool or guide is maintained inside Stitch Authority and was checked against its current public interface. | PEFC describes the database as a current discovery and verification route for certified organizations, certificate validity, countries, product scope, sourcing, and due diligence. | SwatchOn's current marketplace page exposes fabrics, trims, and prints, with swatch samples, in-stock catalogue colours, low-order-quantity options, and global logistics support. The page publishes operator-supplied marketplace and supplier counts and labels participating suppliers as verified partners. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jul 15, 2027 | Oct 13, 2026 | Jan 17, 2027 |
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