I have received several requests for the beard pattern, through comments on this blog, convos on Etsy, and messages in Ravelry. I have not replied to any of them, mostly because it is the end of the semester and I've just been too busy studying for 4 chemistry and geology finals in addition to squaring away my internship at the Smithsonian in DC this summer.
I am still upset about the listings of my beard on Etsy. One of the sellers promptly removed her listing upon my request, which I am happy about. However, even after repeated requests for the removal of the listings by the other seller, nothing has been done. This only confirms my sentiments about this seller, that he/she has little ethical standards for the items he/she sells.
I do not know what I'm going to do at this point about the beard pattern. I feel so betrayed that I honestly don't want anyone to have the pattern. As of right, I will not give the pattern out to anyone.
That's a shame about the pattern. I'd seen it on Ravelry awhile back and put it in my queue to make Christmas gifts with it, but just noticed today that it had been taken down (and I never got the chance to make it, boo!). I hate when a few jerks ruin things for everyone. Sorry you got burned....
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear about the people who are selling without your permission. That really sucks. I, too, queued your pattern in Ravelry and was saddened to see it taken down. I was thinking of making one for Halloween. The person who refuses to take down his/her listings really does lack morals. Try not to let people like that get you down.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear this happened. :( I hope you change your mind about giving access to the pattern to the people who just want to make it (and not sell it). I really would like to try it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame!! I just saw the pattern on Ravelry and thought "I must make this for my son!" Too bad others are messing things up, but I totally understand how you feel. I would be mad as all get out!
ReplyDeleteYour work is amazing! You are a very talented person, and very generous to share your work with others.
ReplyDeleteI must say I too am interested in your beard pattern, and would like information on how to obtain it for personal use. Is there anyway to contact you to find out if it would be possible to obtain the pattern strictly for personal use?
I too love to crochet for my family members. So much love goes into each item I make for them.
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Sure the person who is selling your pattern is unethical! You can't possibly control what people do with your patterns. This is the internet so the entire world has access. If you don't want to post the pattern for most to enjoy then just let people know they will never see it. One bad apple will always try to spoil it for the rest. That will never change! You have a talent that is for sure and the fact that you donate so many of your prducts is very honorable. My mom and I have made many preemie hats for hospitals in our area. Don't waste your time trying to control the internet. :)
ReplyDeleteMaybe you should sell the pattern - I know I'd pay for it! Just a thought...
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ReplyDeleteThis is a shame because now the only way to get your beard pattern is to buy it from someone who I really don't want to give my money to. I hope you will reconsider - one person shouldn't spoil it for the rest of us honest folks.
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