Selling Patterns

[Marsha]

I have a question for ya all.
Awhile ago I was browsing ebay and there was a guy on there selling his scroll saw patterns. He had some very nice patterns for doll furniture that I was interested in. By the time I made up my mind, the patterns were gone, I don't know if they sold or were withdrawn. I purchased the exact same patterns in a surprise pack from Berry Basket about a month after seeing them on ebay.
Now to my question, was it legal for him to sell those patterns? There was no information about the patterns, e.g. who the designer was or where the patterns came from originally.
Just curious how everyone feels about this.
Marsha

[BobD]

Good question Marsha!
There would be no question if he were selling back issues of SSW&C; once you pay for the magazine, you have the right to re-sell the issue (with the understanding that you do not have any extra copies of the patterns that were in the magazine.

But since the Berry Basket does all electronic patterns, he would have to prove that he had gotten rid of the electronic copies of his patterns if he were selling the hard copies. That just seems kinda underhanded to me...

Bob

[ChuckD]

I do feel sorry for designers. For every design they sell there are probably 3 or 4 "Borrowed". If that is kept up there won't be anyone selling their patterns. I really like Charlie's Dearing patterns but I think he has stopped selling due to the excessive "borrowing" of them. Too, too bad.

[Woodbutcher68]

Good question Marsha!
There would be no question if he were selling back issues of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts&C; once you pay for the magazine, you have the right to re-sell the issue (with the understanding that you do not have any extra copies of the patterns that were in the magazine.

But since the Berry Basket does all electronic patterns, he would have to prove that he had gotten rid of the electronic copies of his patterns if he were selling the hard copies. That just seems kinda underhanded to me...

Bob

Berry Basket does have pattern books out and I believe individual patterns too.

[BobD]

If they were selling original hard copies (or entire books) again, there would be no problems... but it is not right for them to sell copies!

Bob

[Marsha]

I honestly don't know whether he was selling originals or copies. It simply said he was selling his collection of scroll saw patterns.
BobD do you mean I can sell my entire collection of SSW&C mags, and not get into trouble? HMMM
Marsha

[BobD]

As long as you do not keep ANY copies of any of the patterns (on paper, on your computer, or in ANY form...)

But I think you'd be crazy to do that <GRIN>

Bob

[PuzzledMoose]

I really like Charlie's Dearing patterns but I think he has stopped selling due to the excessive "borrowing" of them. Too, too bad.

Chuck, FYI Charlie does have his patterns for sale again, Chuck - I'm glad to see - they're on www.bullrunart.com

[Marsha]

As long as you do not keep ANY copies of any of the patterns (on paper, on your computer, or in ANY form...)

But I think you'd be crazy to do that <GRIN>

Bob

Well Then! I'll just have to keep my mags cause I sure don't want to give up the patterns too.
Marsha

[Dragon]

If we could only get reprints of the missing issues then we wouldn't have to search on EBay...
Diane

[ChuckD]

Thanks Ian, he does do nice work!!