Have questions? Here are some answers to FAQs.
Do you accept international orders?
Iaccept online orders from the U.S. and Canada for all products on the site.
Only PDF pattern purchases are available for international retail orders outside of the U.S. and Canada.
How will I receive my pattern(s)?
If you purchase a paper pattern, you will receive it in the mail. Print patterns are typically shipped within 12-48 hours and are now available in Canada as well as the U.S. If you are an international customer outside of Canada, please consider purchasing a downloadable PDF pattern.
If I am unable to ship as quickly as usual, I will put a banner at the top of the page so you are aware of an expected shipping delay.
If you purchased a downloadable PDF pattern, you can access the pattern in two ways. After payment, you will be taken to a page where you can download the PDF document(s) you purchased. In addition, you will be automatically sent an email with a link to the pattern(s). Please note that the email can go to your junk mail or spam folder. Please check there right away if you don't see it in your inbox within 30 minutes. If you have any difficulties downloading, just let me know and I will make sure you get it one way or another.
All patterns in PDF format require a reader program to view them, such as Adobe Reader.
What is a PDF pattern anyway?
A PDF pattern is a sewing pattern that you can download instantly. All you need is Adobe Reader or another PDF reader on your computer. Once your payment has been processed through paypal, you will be taken to a website page with a link to download the pattern. You will also receive a link in the receipt email you will receive.
Each full-color pattern includes fabric requirements, helpful cutting layouts (when needed), and step-by-step sewing instructions with lots of helpful pictures and diagrams. Paper templates are included when needed for the pattern, which you cut out. Or, if you prefer to view online, just print the pattern pieces and read the instructions on your computer or tablet.
What forms of payment do you accept?
My website was updated June 26, 2023 to make it easier to pay through debit or credit card, venmo, or paypal (sorry, no e-checks). The options will be visible at the bottom of the checkout page. Please contact me if you have any difficulties.
Can I return my pattern?
Sorry, due to the nature of the product, sewing patterns can't be returned. Please read the description before making your purchase. If you have any questions, contact me and I’d be happy to help.
How will I know if I will like Around the Bobbin patterns?
It is really important to me to provide you with a high quality sewing experience so that you can sew these projects yourself with great results and a lot of fun! Here are a couple of ways you can be assured of getting a great product from me:
Check out my free tutorials on Around the Bobbin to get an idea of how I write my patterns.
The patterns are fully tested by others as well so that you can count on tried-and-true patterns. I hope that you will find the instructions easy to follow and the projects a lot of fun to sew.
When I design a pattern, I personally sew the item myself over and over again until I can practically sew them in my sleep! Why? Because an idea alone doesn’t make a great product. Each time I tweak the initial design, simplifying the steps and refining the shape of the design until I am satisfied with the end product AND the process along the way.
Can I sell items made with your patterns?
Yes! I want to support you in your small business as a maker. You can make and sell items from my patterns.
All Around the Bobbin patterns are copyrighted by me, Lisa Amundson. All rights reserved. These patterns are intended for your own personal use. All designs, photographs, and images are protected by federal copyright law, and no part of these patterns may be copied or reproduced in any manner for commercial use, resale or sharing.
Please credit the design to Around the Bobbin. If you are a large corporation, please contact me for a license.
What if I have a question not listed here?
Please feel free to contact me with questions via the contact page or by email listed on the bottom of the back cover of the patterns.
