1. Introduction
The website https://thepatchworkwarehouse.com (the “Website”) is operated by The European Quilting Company, a company based in France, within the European Union.
Registered location:
77100 Meaux, Seine-et-Marne, France (Metropolitan France)
If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, our policies, or any information on this Website, please contact us at:
📧 legal@thepatchworkwarehouse.com
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, including any future modifications or updates.
If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use this Website.
We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of those changes.
3. Definitions
- Visitor: Any individual accessing the Website without creating an account.
- User / Member: Any individual who has created an account and provided personal information to access the Website’s services.
4. Website Purpose and Community Rules
The Patchwork Warehouse is a community platform dedicated exclusively to patchwork, quilting, and textile-related creative content.
Any content submitted that is unrelated to this theme may be refused, removed, or rejected without notice.
5. User Accounts
To access certain features, Users must create an account and provide accurate and truthful information.
Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for all activities occurring under their account.
6. Content Submission and Moderation
Users may upload video, image, or text content subject to moderation.
All submitted content:
- Is reviewed before publication
- May be approved, rejected, or removed at our discretion
- Must comply with these Terms and all applicable laws
Submission of content does not guarantee publication.
7. Prohibited Content
You agree not to upload, publish, or share any content that:
- Is illegal, unlawful, abusive, threatening, harassing, defamatory, obscene, hateful, or discriminatory
- Promotes violence, cruelty to animals, or illegal activity
- Violates copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights
- Contains malware, viruses, or harmful code
- Includes unauthorised advertising, promotional material, or watermarks
- Displays personal contact information (email, phone number, address)
- Violates any local, national, or international law
8. Intellectual Property
Website Content
All Website branding, including logos, names, marks, and designs associated with The Patchwork Warehouse and The European Quilting Company, are protected by copyright and intellectual property law.
Unauthorised use is strictly prohibited without written permission.
User Content
Users retain ownership of their submitted content.
By submitting content, you grant The Patchwork Warehouse permission to display it publicly on the Website, subject to approval.
9. User Responsibility
Users are solely responsible for the content they upload and agree to indemnify and hold harmless The European Quilting Company from any claims, losses, or legal actions arising from their content, including:
- Copyright or trademark infringement
- Legal proceedings or financial loss
- Misrepresentation or falsified content
Failure to respond to moderation or complaint-related communications within 72 hours may result in account suspension.
10. External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites and accept no liability for their use.
11. Data Protection & GDPR
We comply with the EU and UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for all Users, regardless of geographical location.
Personal data is:
- Collected only when necessary
- Used solely for Website functionality
- Never sold or shared for third-party financial gain
Users may request:
- Access to their personal data
- Correction or deletion of their data
Proof of identity may be required for security purposes.
Please refer to our Privacy Policy for full details.
12. Hosting and Data Transfer
The Website is hosted outside the EU/UK.
Data submitted via this Website may be processed and stored on servers located outside the EU.
This does not affect your GDPR rights.
13. Internet Security Disclaimer
While we take reasonable measures to secure the Website, internet communications are never completely secure.
We are not responsible for data interception or unauthorised access occurring outside our control during transmission.
14. Communications
By using the Website, you consent to receiving communications related to your account or inquiries via email or other electronic means.
Such communications may constitute legal records and should be retained for your reference.
15. Limitation of Liability
The Website and services are provided “as is”.
We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service and shall not be liable for indirect or consequential damages arising from Website use.
No financial compensation shall be awarded for cyber incidents, including hacking or data breaches, though affected Users will be notified as required by law.
16. Termination of Services
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts or services at any time, with or without notice.
In the event of permanent Website closure, all User data will be permanently deleted from our servers.
17. Sale or Merger
In the event of a sale or merger of The European Quilting Company or The Patchwork Warehouse, User data may be transferred securely. Users will be notified in advance where legally required.
18. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by French law and applicable European Union regulations, regardless of the User’s location.
Any disputes shall first be attempted to be resolved amicably. If unresolved, legal proceedings shall be conducted under French jurisdiction.
19. Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and The European Quilting Company concerning use of the Website and supersede any prior agreements.
20. Contact
For any questions or concerns, please contact us via the Website contact form or at: