Terms & Conditions

The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio
Effective date: 27th January, 2026

Plain-English Summary

This website shares original quilt designs, patterns, and educational content.
Free patterns are for personal use. Purchases happen on Etsy.
Use the site respectfully, don’t redistribute the work, and understand that making quilts sometimes involves seam rippers and personal responsibility.

The formal details are below.

Website Use

By accessing www.happykiwiquilts.com, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

This website is operated by The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio, based in Virginia, USA.

Content and Services

This website provides:

  • Informational content, including journal posts and Studio Notes

  • Pattern previews and project documentation

  • Free digital downloads, including free quilt patterns

  • Links to third-party platforms for purchases (primarily Etsy)

No physical products are sold directly through this website. All purchases are completed on Etsy.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

  • Quilt designs and patterns

  • Written content

  • Diagrams and illustrations

  • Photographs and images

  • Downloadable PDFs

is the original work of The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio unless otherwise noted.

Content may not be copied, reproduced, redistributed, sold, or shared without prior written permission.

Free patterns are provided for personal use only.
They may not be resold, redistributed, or included in kits or classes without permission.

For teaching use or shop samples, please contact: jo@happykiwiquilts.com

Digital Downloads

Free digital downloads are provided “as is.”
No guarantees are made regarding suitability for a particular project, fabric choice, or skill level.

You are responsible for reading instructions carefully and using appropriate tools and safety practices.

Educational and Accuracy Disclaimer

Information on this website is provided for general educational purposes only.

While care is taken to ensure accuracy, quilting involves variables including fabric, tools, technique, and interpretation. The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio is not responsible for errors, variations, or outcomes resulting from the use of any instructions or information provided.

You are responsible for your own projects, decisions, and results.

Third-Party Links

This website links to third-party platforms and tools, including:

  • Etsy

  • Instagram

  • Pinterest

  • Bluesky

  • Online tools referenced in Studio Notes

The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio is not responsible for the content, services, or policies of third-party websites. Use of those sites is subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Happy Kiwi Quilt Studio is not liable for any damages arising from:

  • Use of this website

  • Use of downloadable content or patterns

  • Reliance on information provided

  • Third-party services or platforms

This includes, but is not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Changes to Content and Policies

Website content, patterns, downloads, and policies may change, move, or be removed at any time without notice.

Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the current version of these Terms & Conditions.

Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

jo@happykiwiquilts.com