Hello everyone!! 
So I recently saw a technique in a pattern that I really liked (a no-sew method of joining legs for an amigurumi that I’ve never seen before) I’m wondering if I could make a pattern (for my shop) and use the same technique, but would that count as copying the pattern? (I’m ONLY using that technique and nothing else from the original pattern)
Also sorry if this made zero sense 
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Yes you can!! It’s a pretty common technique, and loads of patterns use that method to do legs and arms. 
It would not count as copying.
Also, what pattern??
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I honestly would not think of that as stealing or copying because after anyone can use techniques ^^ So I think you should be good :))
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I would say it’s totally fine since your just using the technique and not copying the pattern 
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This pattern:
It’s a paid pattern so idk if it would be copying even more
It’s basically like this: you first separately crochet the legs then connect them together by crocheting but there’s a hole in between the legs that will be later closed (that probably made ZERO sense)
(Credits to original owner ) you can see that there’s this hole (or gap idk what to call it) in between the legs
You crochet like normal but after you’re done making the body, you’ll then close the hole (the one in between the legs) by joining a new yarn in one of the stitches at the hole and decreasing from there
Lmk if u need me to explain it further
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Im not quite sure or not but I think Ive seen this before. If you still are not sure after a bit maybe you could contact the owner/creator of the pattern if you really wanna make sure ^^
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Ohh cool! Maybe just modify your pattern enough so it’s not too similar to theirs.
And maybe do what alien cookie said as well :]
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I haven’t seen that technique before, but that sounds like a good idea!
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So since it’s a very unique technique you should definitely ask the creator of the pattern 
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I did! But im not sure if im going to get an answer because the creator doesn’t seem to be online a lot
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no one can gatekeep TECHNIQUES. so long as it’s not the pattern they made or a different version of their pattern then your fine. you have to ensure the pattern isn’t the same with just different color/animal almost everyone uses the same techniques to make legs and arms :) just make sure you use it in a way to make your pattern is original :D
but to be kind you can leave an inspiration shout out to the creator somewhere in your pattern :)
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Not sure you should show us the technique of the original pattern. Maybe you should delete that comment. Also, paid or free is the same for copyright.
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It’s a really commonly used technique (at least from what I’ve seen) so it’s not copying 
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Uhhh, this one isn’t common at all.
While no one can own techniques, this definitely seems like a situation that needs the designer’s permission for others to use it in their patterns.
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I have seen this technique used before, but I wouldn’t call it common. If you’re unsure, wait for a response from the designer like the others said. However, I don’t believe techniques can be copyrighted. I think the situation here is less about copyrights and more about morals. If you feel guilty doing it without permission, don’t do it. If you just want to avoid getting in trouble for copying, then I don’t think you need to worry.
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No, that’d be fine! I’ve done this with a few of my patterns! It’s just a technique!
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yeah that’s definitely fine! i’ve seen at least 7 patterns just on ribblr that uses this technique, and even more on youtube! this technique is like colour changing- there are different ways to do it but there’s a specific way which many people use.
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I don’t think so! Ur only using a method that the pattern used, and I don’t see what is wrong w that!
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In my experience it’s a pretty common way to avoid sewing when making a four legged animal standing. Actually, I’m fairly certain it’s the only no-sew method I’ve seen (so far) for getting legs in that position… I’ve seen it used on dinos and unicorns and I feel like more that I’m forgetting. Just today I made a tapir that used a version of this technique. Your design should be new and unique, but the methods you use to get the look you want can be skills you learned anywhere.
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Im pretty sure u can! You are only coping a technic, so its literally just a act of thinking its cool. I might be a therapist 
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