1. Compliance with Safety Standards 1.1. All digital knitting patterns from Cilla’s Purls are designed in line with relevant safety and quality standards to ensure safe usage and customer satisfaction. 1.2. Each pattern includes accurate instructions, charts, and material recommendations to reduce risks such as: • Use of unsuitable materials (e.g., unsafe fibres or accessories) • Instructional errors that could lead to unsafe finished items
2. Clear and Tested Instructions 2.1. Every pattern is tested to ensure clarity and accuracy for all skill levels. 2.2. Each design clearly outlines: • Recommended yarn types, needle sizes, and gauge • Safety advice for items intended for babies, children, or vulnerable users
3. User Responsibility 3.1. It is the user’s responsibility to follow pattern instructions carefully and ensure the materials used are safe and appropriate. 3.2. For children’s or baby items, users should verify that materials are non-toxic, hypoallergenic, and compliant with local safety standards. Buttons and similar attachments must be securely fastened.
4. Pattern Updates and Corrections 4.1. Should a safety concern or critical error be identified, Cilla’s Purls will issue an updated pattern version and notify all purchasers. 4.2. Updates can be downloaded from www.cillaspurls.co.uk.
5. Digital Accessibility 5.1. Patterns are delivered in easy-to-use digital formats (such as PDFs), accessible across various devices. 5.2. All files are checked to ensure complete and uncorrupted downloads.
6. Risk Mitigation Measures 6.1. While digital patterns carry no direct physical risk, Cilla’s Purls promotes safe crafting practices by: • Thoroughly testing all patterns • Including relevant safety notes for sensitive items
7. Feedback and Reporting 7.1. Users are encouraged to report any issues or potential safety concerns through the contact form at www.cillaspurls.co.uk. 7.2. All feedback is reviewed promptly, and appropriate action will be taken where necessary.