Terms of service

Terms of Service - SewMelanie

Last Updated: February 2026

Welcome to SewMelanie! By accessing or using sewmelanie.com, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, placing an order, or downloading any content, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use SewMelanie to:

  • Browse and purchase quilting patterns and products
  • Download purchased digital content for personal use
  • Create an account to track orders and save preferences

Prohibited Use

You may NOT:

  • Share, redistribute, or resell digital patterns
  • Use patterns for commercial purposes without a commercial license
  • Copy, reproduce, or create derivative works from copyrighted content
  • Attempt to access unauthorized areas of the website
  • Engage in fraudulent activity or payment disputes without legitimate cause

3. Intellectual Property

Copyright Protection

All content on SewMelanie is protected by copyright:

  • Quilting Patterns: Original designs by Melanie Grace
  • Photos & Images: Copyrighted materials
  • Written Content: Blog posts, tutorials, descriptions
  • Videos: YouTube tutorials and demonstrations

Your License

When you purchase a pattern, you receive a personal use license that allows you to:

  • Download and print the pattern for personal projects
  • Create quilts using the pattern for personal use or gifts
  • Sell finished quilts made from the pattern (credit appreciated but not required)

You may NOT:

  • Share pattern files with others
  • Post patterns online or in groups
  • Make copies for friends or quilting groups
  • Use patterns for teaching classes without a commercial license

Commercial Use

For commercial use (teaching, selling patterns, bulk orders), please contact me at info@sewmelanie.com for licensing options.

4. Accounts

Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
  • All activities under your account
  • Notifying me of unauthorized access

Account Termination

I reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that:

  • Violate these Terms of Service
  • Share or redistribute copyrighted content
  • Engage in fraudulent activity

5. Orders & Payments

Order Acceptance

  • All orders are subject to acceptance and availability
  • I reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders for any reason
  • Prices are subject to change without notice

Payment

  • Payment is required at time of purchase
  • Accepted payment methods are listed at checkout
  • You confirm that you're authorized to use the payment method provided

Pricing Errors

If a product is listed at an incorrect price due to an error, I may cancel the order and notify you.

6. Digital Products

Delivery

  • Digital patterns are delivered immediately via email and account download
  • You're responsible for downloading files within the provided timeframe
  • Lost download links can be recovered by contacting customer service

File Usage

  • Patterns are for personal use only unless commercial license purchased
  • Do not share, redistribute, or resell digital files
  • Quality and compatibility may vary based on your printer and settings

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

SewMelanie and all content are provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. I do not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted or error-free website access
  • Specific results from using patterns
  • Compatibility with all devices or printers

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SewMelanie shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits or revenues
  • Technical malfunctions or failures
  • Errors in patterns (though I'll work to correct them)

9. User-Generated Content

If you submit content (comments, photos, reviews):

  • You grant me permission to use and display the content
  • You confirm you have rights to share the content
  • I may remove inappropriate content at my discretion

10. Links to Third-Party Sites

SewMelanie may contain links to external websites (YouTube, social media, fabric shops). I'm not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites.

11. Modifications to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of California, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Service? Contact me at:

  • Email: info@sewmelanie.com
  • Website: sewmelanie.com

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

By using SewMelanie, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

Thank you for supporting small creative businesses! Happy quilting!

- Melanie Grace