Can you donate a quilt for charity auction if it is made from a copyrighted pattern?

Answer 1

Copyright laws do not allow you to make another designer's pattern for sale for personal gain without written permission of the copyright holder. Charity auctions are generally allowed, although it is kind to ask the copyright holder's permission. Most will allow it, although there are some who will not. I would also be cautious about using major copyrighted figures, such as the Mouse, since that owner does not allow copyright infringement.

Answer 2

Usually you can IF you give the pattern writers name. BUT you need to ask first just to be sure because not all will. We had that problem 2 years ago with a copywrited pattern that I made into a quilt and professionally quilted for the auction.
So we were scrambling 3 weeks before redesigning ,piceing and quilting and made it within hours of the auction. So when in doubt ask.
Companies can give all the answers they want but in the end it's the designers decision.

Answer 3

Using the pattern, contact the company, can ususally be done by email, ask permission to use the quilt made from the pattern for a charity auction.

Most designers love to give permission for this type of activity.

Answer 4

We had a problem with just one block in a quilt our guild was auctioning for charity. When we asked the pattern designer for permission she required us to pay a royalty and at one point thought we should take the block out of the quilt. I wouldn't do it without prior written permission.

Answer 5

Yes, I think so. You may want to write a note to the copyright company and ask permission. You could miss the charity auction waiting for an answer. You could locate the copyright holder company, email their customer service, and ask permission, or get their 800 telephone service, and do the same thing.
Or write them a note telling them you did already do this, and asking them please I did this for charity, and your contribution was the pattern. I don't know I would try the above.

Answer 6

It is best to always seek permission first when using someone else's design. If you cannot get permission, then at least acknowledge the designer on the quilt label.

Answer 7

sure you are able to - see you later as they're in solid issue so as that they are in a position to resell. nicely achieved for helping a solid reason! Yep - footwear are advantageous. in fact something this is in solid sufficient issue for resale. some charity shops do no longer settle for electric products, (even however some do). yet all outfits, footwear, books, and so on. as long as issue is powerful.

Answer 8

Call the people at the charity and see what they say.

Answer 9

Yes, because you are not trying to make money for yourself. I've spoken to pattern company reps, and this is an acceptable use.

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Answer 10

I wouldnt think you would have to unless you are selling an item, but i am not sure. I dont see why you would have to have permission to give to someone to keep them warm.