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Q & A - If I am Not Making Money, Is It Still Copyright Infringement?
Question - If I want to use a copyrighted item but do not plan to make any money, is it still infringement? What about if I am giving the...
copyrightforcrafte
Apr 22, 2022


Is This Song Copyrighted? What About This Photo?
I spend a little time over on Reddit.com. O.k. a lot. A lot of time. Don't judge me. But, I cannot tell you how many times I have seen...
copyrightforcrafte
Apr 17, 2022


"For Personal Use Only" - Is This Statement Enforceable?
If you've ever purchased copyrighted items such as certain fabrics, fonts and digital graphics, you may have encountered the phrase "For...
copyrightforcrafte
Aug 31, 2021


Copyright in Titles and Descriptions
If you are an artist/crafter and you sell your wares online, there is little doubt that you spend a healthy chunk of time writing titles...
copyrightforcrafte
Aug 17, 2021


Are Fonts Copyrighted?
I love fonts. I love choosing them and looking at them and comparing them. The right font can truly bring a project to life. These days,...
copyrightforcrafte
Mar 23, 2021


Is Using a Clothing Pattern to Make Items for Sale Infringement ?
In the United States, clothing is considered a “useful article” and is generally not eligible for copyright protection. If the clothing...
copyrightforcrafte
Mar 9, 2021


Selling Crafts Using Licensed Fabric
In the decade or so that I've been perusing crafting forums online, using licensed fabric in craft projects is easily the most frequent...
copyrightforcrafte
Mar 5, 2021


Q&A - Is Fan Art Legal or is This Gray Area Territory?
Question/Hypothetical: You and your small kids are big fans of the show “Paw Patrol.” For your daughter’s 7th birthday, you decide to...
copyrightforcrafte
Feb 23, 2021


Have You Been Copied? Some Things to Consider
If you are the owner of a copyrighted work and you think you have been copied, there are some questions to consider before taking any...
copyrightforcrafte
Feb 16, 2021


Art Using Book Pages - Is This Infringement?
If you are using books, newspapers or magazines in your creations, first determine the age of the items, if possible. Anything published...
copyrightforcrafte
Feb 4, 2021
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