ENGLISH / GPSR Compliance Statement – digital sewing patterns
This product complies with the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) 2024 requirements. It is a digital sewing pattern designed for personal use and includes clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure safe usage.
1. Product Description
This product is a digital downloadable (PDF) sewing pattern. The pattern provides guidelines and templates for cutting and sewing a garment at home. The product itself is a digital PDF file.
2. Intended Use
Intended Use: This sewing pattern is suitable for individuals with some sewing experience and is intended for personal projects only. The finished products created from this pattern are for personal use only and may not be sold.
Target Users: Home sewists and hobbyists.
3. Pattern Support
We have free tutorials on our website at mavenpatterns.co.uk/tutorials/
Or email us [email protected]
4. Instructions and Warnings
The PDF includes step-by-step instructions to printing and sewing the pattern. Users should read and follow all instructions to ensure safe usage during the sewing process.
Users should conduct a final inspection of the completed garment to ensure safety before use.
5. Safety Considerations
Skin Contact Safety: Fabrics should be pre-washed to remove chemicals or residues that might cause skin irritation. We recommend testing fabrics for shrinkage, colorfastness, and allergen sensitivity before garment construction.
Tools & Machinery: Exercise caution when handling sharp tools (e.g., scissors, rotary cutters, pins, needles) and operating machinery such as irons and sewing machines. Always read the user manual for your tools and machinery.
Material Safety: Users are advised to use soft, breathable, and non-toxic materials for constructing garments. The responsibility for ensuring fabric compliance with applicable EU standards lies with the user.
Choking Hazard: Small components such as buttons or embellishments must be securely attached to prevent choking risks.
Flammability: Materials used should meet EU textile flammability regulations. The finished product should not be used near open flames or heat sources.
Child Safety Notice: The product is not designed for use by children. The pattern and finished garments are not suitable for children as they have not been tested for safety under child-specific regulatory standards.
6. Workspace Safety & General Guidelines
Stable Surface: Work at a sturdy, flat table to prevent machinary and tools from shaking or falling. Ensure the table is a comfortable height to maintain proper sewing posture to avoid strain or injury.
Lighting: Keep your workspace well-lit to ensure clear visibility of tools and materials.
Keep Your Space Organized: Keep scissors, pins, and other tools neatly arranged to avoid accidents.
Use a thimble when working with needles and pins to protect your fingers.
Avoid distractions (e.g., phones or loud music) while working with sharp tools.
Tools: Inspect tools and machinery regularly for damage, such as bent pins or dull scissors, and replace them as needed.
Maintain Focus: Always pay full attention when handling sharp tools to avoid accidents.
Keep Tools Secure: Store sharp tools in a safe, dedicated container when not in use to prevent accidental injuries.
Keep Away from Children: Ensure all sharp tools are out of reach of children and stored securely.
7. Compliance Standards
The product (digital pattern) itself does not directly fall under physical product safety requirements; however, the following aspects are addressed:
GPSR Article 3: The digital pattern does not pose direct risks to consumers. The user assumes responsibility for the materials and processes used to create the finished product.
GPSR Article 7: This pattern complies with GPSR Article 7, ensuring all safety-related information is provided clearly and comprehensively.
Digital Accessibility: The digital file has been tested for accessibility and is free of known harmful software or malware at the time of publishing.
8. Manufacturer’s Responsibilities
Maven Patterns ensures the pattern provided is accurate, clear, and free from defects.
The company disclaims liability for improper use of the pattern, unsafe material choices, or inappropriate application. Maven Patterns is not responsible for accidents, injuries, or damages resulting from the misuse of tools, materials, or the pattern itself.
9. Recommendations
This pattern is provided for domestic, personal use only. Products made using this pattern are not intended for commercial purposes and may not be sold. Items made with this pattern are not suitable for children. This sewing pattern and products made from it are intended solely for domestic purposes and is not designed or tested as a protective or safety garment under the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) requirements.
10.Pattern Errata & Updates:
Users are encouraged to check for pattern errata or updates on our website before beginning their project to ensure accuracy and safety. Updates & errata can be found on our website here: https://mavenpatterns.co.uk/errata/
11. Contact Information:
For questions, updates, or safety concerns, please contact:
Sharon Mendham
Maven Patterns
85 Priory Road, Kenilworth, warwickshire, UK, CV8 1LQ
Created: 05.12.24
