getting patternn copies

[Mimi]

Ok here is my problem. I purchased a  pattern from Scroller. I went to FedEx copy to get a copy made and they told me I could not get a copy because I need written permission from scroller to get copies. I though if it stated that copies could be made that they could be made any where. They told me it was so I could make copies at home. The pattern is too large for my printer. am I going to have this problem everytime I get a pattern that is too large for my printer and need a copy . This seem really stupid . they are not buying the pattern all I am getting from them is the ink and paper. Thanks for any clarification

Mimi 

[Lucky2]

Mimi, this is the first time I've ever heard of someone doing this. Generally, if it is printed that you can make copies, most copy stores will make them for you. I know I can take a pattern to a copy store around here, and they'll print-off the pattern in whatever size I want. Almost all of them will only make ten copies for you though, but that's fine you really only need one copy to copy off of. Have you tried other copy stores in the area, maybe they will do what you want.

Len

[Mimi]

The one I normally go to was closed so I thought I would try Fed EX. I think the guy was just too busy looking at his facebook to do any work. I even showed him where it said that copies could be made and he still said no. I voiced my opinion as I was leaving the store and I was not nice about it. 

[amazingkevin]

Ok here is my problem. I purchased a  pattern from Scroller. I went to FedEx copy to get a copy made and they told me I could not get a copy because I need written permission from scroller to get copies. I though if it stated that copies could be made that they could be made any where. They told me it was so I could make copies at home. The pattern is too large for my printer. am I going to have this problem everytime I get a pattern that is too large for my printer and need a copy . This seem really stupid . they are not buying the pattern all I am getting from them is the ink and paper. Thanks for any clarification

Mimi 

I don't fool around with print shops ?Rapiresizer.com has done all i ask for 14 years

[Mimi]

I like the size and want to keep the original. I an just going back to my normal place tomorrow and get my copies made. I was told that FedEX is as useless as boobs on a boar hog.. Glad I am not the only one who doesnt like them.

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Edited September 21, 2016 by Mimi

[Ron Johnson]

Unfortunately customer service today at majority retail outlets has gone by the wayside.

[kywoodmaster]

Mimi I use the UPS store and have never had a problem. They will reduce or enlarge as needed. I think you just got someone that did not know what they were doing. Go back and ask for a manager.

[WayneMahler]

We have a regular copy - printing place and never had problems with them. I know they changed over to a FedEx and haven't been there since. Sorry to hear your having this issue. As was stated customer service has gone down the drain anymore.

[Scrappile]

I go to Office Depot, no problem, but I have heard of others that had the problem you had. 

[lawson56]

I have always gone to my Local Library,Never had a problem.

[NC Scroller]

I live in GOD'S country. The closest copy place is a 40 minute drive. When I need larger copies I copy different sections of the original and tape them together.

[Scrolling Steve]

I was told no at a staples store once...my wife returned with same pattern the next day and they copied it....Someone was having a bad day!?!

[Mimi]

Thanks everyone I think he was just not wanting to do his job and so have managed to lose a customer. I am going back to my regular copy place and not FedEX. I am also sure the place i normally go is cheaper then them and ask no question.

[ike]

I do as Scott says.

IKE

[Paladin]

I have heard this from others a few times.  When i need to make a lot of copies, I usually go to Office Max and use the self-serve copier.  If I just need a couple copies, I bought myself a large-format HP printer that has a copy bed that will handle 11x17 so I can make copies at home if needed.

 

Steve

[trackman]

I go to staples with no problem. One time I asked for it to be copied in red ink was told she said couldn't do it. I got a manger she showed her how to do it. Sometimes you have to bypass the kids and go to the boss 😎

[jerry1939]

On a slightly different subject; When I buy a pattern, I take a scissors and snip off one corner. Over the years, I don't end up making a copy of a copy of a copy.

 

jerry

[Fab4]

Hi Mimi:

Along the same lines as Scott (posted above)

Print using Inkscape and tape the pages together if you are in a real jam

Multiple pages -

Whatever is inside the canvas when using Inkscape, this is what it will print

Hope you have it all sorted out

Fab4

[Montserrat]

I scan my patterns and then I print as needed on letter-sized paper and stick together with scotch tape.  No prob there. 

[edward]

I had that happen to me a couple years ago. Just take the name out, or take it to an independent.  edward

[crupiea]

Take a picture with your phone of the pattern.

 

email it to yourself.

 

I print large patterns in excel as it can go across multiple pages.  i tape the pages together.

 

 

[Phantom Scroller]

Mimi just a thought if you right button on the jpg and save as a PDF on your desktop you can open it in Adobe Acrobat and print as a poster on A4 and join them together for full print size. Roly

[JTTHECLOCKMAN]

I use FedX all the time but i do my own copies. The self serve machines will do 11 X17 and they also have a plotter which can make any size copies as long as you know how to use it. I have copied full size blueprints off that thing and have had no problem. I also have done in the past taken a pattern if too big and draw lines through it and copy sections. Then when I need the full size pattern I put together and tape like a puzzle. 

 

It used to be when I first started that the copiers were not that accurate and would distort or stretch or shrink the pattern in odd ways. With todays copiers they are pretty darn accurate. 

[munzieb]

I use a local UPS store and they are great. They will let me experiment with different sizes that will conform with the size wood I am working with. They even keep a folder on their in house computer if  I  want to come back for more copies later. A few of the counter people have even asked about buying some of my projects. Best bet. change your copy store.

[trailfndr]

I had a similar issue with a staples store.  After a couple years of taking patterns in and having them digitized, a new person refused to do some for me.  I went down the street to FedEx and they did it with no issues.  AND it cost me less.   I digitize all my patterns so that I can save to originals without damage, and can manipulate the size of a pattern, or even take just part of it  for different projects if needed.  Saves a lot of hassle by printing the areas needed on my Home PC when needing copies for Intarsia.