I was searching a website today to see what new patterns have come out from crafty people and noticed that someone had a pattern for a zipper 3 ring binder pencil pouch that was almost exactly like mine. The only difference was that it was top stitched all the way around. I couldn't believe it! I was so mad! I spent countless hours making my pattern for someone to come out with "their own" 2 years after mine was out. That explains the decline of sales on my pencil pouch.
Unfortunately I can't do a thing about it. Our creations are out there for anyone to steal. It happens in the fashion world all the time. How frustrating! I think if someone had made the actual pouch and sold it it wouldn't be as bad. This person made a pattern and copyrighted it. All I know is if this person contacts me and claims that I stole her design there will be war.
Have any of you had this happen to you? I feel so violated! I want to cry! And no I don't feel honored that someone thinks my item is that great that they had to steal it! Don't you hate it when people say that?
Sorry about the rant. I promise my next post will be much more happier and crafty.
I'm so sorry that happened to you Laura and I don't blame you for feeling the way you do, I'd feel the same way. Unfortunately, there isn't a thing you can do about it.
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