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Pattern Formats & Packaging Information

You will run across Paper Panache patterns in several formats:

PRINTED and sent by U.S. Mail
• Full patterns include a master copy, foundation set, and photo cover, unless specified otherwise.
• PDF Print-Outs are printed from the pdf format by us
• Pattern Sheet is a pattern printed on one sheet which can be used as a master or as a foundation. Buy two if you want to use one and keep one.
• Master Copy Only contains one master pattern copy, which the purchaser may photocopy to make their own foundations. Some patterns have separate, optional foundation sets available.
• Patternletter The 10-page patternletter format was published in 1998-99. Back issues 1,2,3, and 5 are still available.

ELECTRONIC, available online or sent by email
• PDFs are computer files that are opened by Acrobat Reader and printed out on your own computer. I send it by email on the next order mailing day, unless you must have it sooner.
• Gifs may be found under the Free Paper Panache patterns and guest patterns. These patterns are presented directly onscreen and are meant to be printed out while online. You can save them to your hard drive, but the size of the printout will decrease. This is because .gif patterns have been reduced for presentation in a browser.

PATTERN FORMATS

Regular packaging: Delivered by the US mail. The regular packaging includes a master copy of the pattern along with a set of sewing foundations, instructions and a photo cover.

Master Only: Delivered by the US mail. A Master Only pattern includes only one copy of the pattern in the package. You can use it as a master or a foundation. The purchaser

Pattern Sheet: Delivered by the US mail. The pattern is printed on foundation paper and can be used as a Master or Foundation Sheet. It is suggested that purchaser make photocopies and save the sheet for future use. Enlarge patterns as desired.

PDF:  Delivered by email. Patterns in the PDF format are sent to your computer, and you print them out yourself onto any foundation you desire. You keep the PDF on your machine.  PDF stands for "Portable Document File," that can be opened by any computer using the Acrobat Reader, a FREE tool for opening and reading PDF file.
    More about PDFs.

PDF PrintOut: Delivered by the US mail. PDF PrintOuts are for people who prefer printed patterns. I print these PrintOuts straight from a PDF. I send you a printed master copy with instructions, a set of foundations, and usually a photo cover.

The AtoZ pattern listing gives you an opportunity to select all the patterns in a
     specific format that you may be interested in.
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Pattern Packaging Descriptions:
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1. Regular Packaged Pattern:
Includes:
--photo cover
--master copy of pattern (to keep)
--plain paper foundation copy (to sew)
--general paper piecing instruction sheet
--pattern-specific instructions
--fabric amounts and palette
--piecing order diagram
--packaged in 6"x9" zip baggy

1.1 Same as above, but lacks fabric amounts

2. "Master Copy Only" Pattern:
Includes:
--photo cover
--master copy of pattern on heavier paper, meant to be photocopied to create foundations
--pattern-specific instructions
--fabric amounts and palette
--piecing order diagram
--general paper piecing instruction sheet
--packaged in 6"x9" zip baggy

2.1 Same as above except the master copy of pattern is printed on plain paper, to keep, or use as a sewing foundation.

2.2 Same as above, but lacks fabric amounts and possibly palette(s).

2.3 Master copy of pattern on heavier paper, meant to be  photocopied to create  foundations
--pattern-specific instructions
--general paper piecing instruction sheet

Note: Repeating block designs usually include fabric amounts for one block and will need to be multiplied for number of blocks you make.

3. "Envelope" Patterns:
Includes:
--Small attached photo
--master copy of pattern (to keep)
--plain paper foundation copy (to sew)
--pattern-specific instructions
--fabric amounts and palette
--piecing order diagram
--packaged in 6"x9" envelope
--general paper piecing  instruction sheet

4. Pattern Sheet:
Generally, the pattern and all information is printed on one large sheet. The pattern photo on the Paper Panache site may be downloaded for personal reference. Includes:
--color drawing
--plain paper master pattern copy, to keep or use as a  sewing foundation
--pattern-specific instructions
--piecing order diagram
--fabric amounts
--no other packaging

4.1: Same as above, but lacks fabric amounts.

5. PDFs:
PDF patterns are emailed to you along with an access password. You download them to your computer and print them out yourself onto any foundation you desire. You keep the PDF in your possession. Includes:
--photo of the pattern
--master copy of pattern (to print  sewing copies from)
--pattern-specific instructions
--fabric amounts and palette
--piecing order diagram
--link to online general paper-piecing instructions and other how-tos

5.1: Same as above with color drawing, no photo

6. PDF Print-Out Pattern:
PDF Print Outs are paper versions of PDFs, printed straight from the PDF pattern available. Includes:
--photo cover
--master copy of pattern (to keep)
--plain paper foundation copy (to sew)
--general paper piecing instruction sheet
--pattern-specific instructions
--fabric amounts and palette
--piecing order diagram
--packaged in 6"x9" zip baggy
A repeating pattern, such as the Spools PDF Print-Out Pattern, does not included foundation copies.
You make them yourself.

6.1: Same as above with color drawing, no photo

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Other Definitions / Info

A. Reduced Master:
To save paper and/or space, the master copy has been reduced and is somewhat smaller than the foundation copy included in the pattern. The master pattern is clearly marked and includes enlargement information.

B. Fold-and-Sew Foundations:
A pattern designated as Fold-and-Sew features fast, accurate, and very easy fold-and-sew foundations, resulting in fewer seams to pin and sew. Illustrated instructions show you how.

C. Oak & Maple 9-Block Top:
Same as #1, but contains one extra set of plain paper foundations to keep as master copies.

D. Garden Fairy:
Contains a master copy and a foundation copy. All Instructions, palette, but no fabric amounts.

E. Evening Star:
Contains master copy of pattern on heavier paper, meant to be photocopied to create foundations, and pattern-specific instructions and palette. Lacks fabric amounts and photo cover. Color drawing of finished blocks.
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Email me if you would like to see any other definitions or explanations included on this list.