Affiliate Disclosure / Sponsored Content Policy

Effective Date: May 5, 2026

This Affiliate Disclosure / Sponsored Content Policy explains how Bone & Briar Holdings and Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine may engage in affiliate marketing, sponsored content, paid partnerships, advertising relationships, product promotion, and related commercial collaborations.

This policy applies to all websites, digital publications, newsletters, social media pages, videos, emails, community spaces, and related Services operated by Bone & Briar Holdings.

 

Our Commitment to Transparency

Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine values honesty, transparency, and trust within the creative community.

From time to time, we may participate in:

• Affiliate programs
• Sponsored partnerships
• Advertising campaigns
• Brand collaborations
• Product features
• Paid promotions
• Sponsored artist spotlights
• Sponsored giveaways
• Promotional placements

Whenever reasonably appropriate, we aim to clearly disclose material relationships connected to promoted products, services, brands, or creators.

 

Affiliate Links

Some links appearing within our Services may be affiliate links.

This means Bone & Briar Holdings may earn a commission or referral payment if users:

• Click certain links
• Make purchases
• Sign up for services
• Use referral codes
• Participate in qualifying promotions

This may include affiliate relationships involving:

• Craft supplies
• Cross stitch tools
• Fabric providers
• Floss brands
• Frame companies
• Software providers
• Marketplace platforms
• Creative services
• Ecommerce tools
• Artist products

Affiliate commissions generally come at no additional cost to the customer unless otherwise stated.

 

Sponsored Content

Certain articles, features, advertisements, tutorials, social posts, newsletter sections, videos, or creator spotlights may be sponsored or created in collaboration with third parties.

Sponsored relationships may involve:

• Financial compensation
• Free products
• Promotional exchanges
• Advertising agreements
• Affiliate arrangements
• Event sponsorships
• Contributor partnerships

Sponsored content may include disclosures such as:

• “Sponsored”
• “Advertisement”
• “Paid Partnership”
• “Affiliate Link”
• “Promotional Feature”
• Similar disclosure language where appropriate

 

Editorial Independence

While Bone & Briar Holdings may accept sponsorships, partnerships, or affiliate opportunities, we aim to maintain reasonable editorial independence regarding:

• Artist selection
• Contributor acceptance
• Magazine themes
• Community standards
• Publication quality
• Editorial opinions
• Content direction

Sponsored relationships do not guarantee favorable coverage, permanent partnerships, or editorial influence over the publication as a whole.

 

Product Recommendations

Any opinions, recommendations, tutorials, reviews, or product discussions published through Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine reflect personal editorial perspectives, contributor opinions, artistic preferences, or community experiences at the time of publication.

We do not guarantee:

• Product performance
• Service quality
• Customer satisfaction
• Availability
• Long-term compatibility
• Accuracy of third-party claims

Users are encouraged to independently evaluate products and services before purchase.

 

Contributor Sponsorships

Independent contributors featured within Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine may separately maintain:

• Affiliate relationships
• Sponsorships
• Brand partnerships
• Promotional codes
• Paid collaborations

Bone & Briar Holdings is not responsible for third-party contributor business relationships, external storefronts, or independent advertising claims made outside official magazine-controlled content.

 

Advertising and Promotional Placement

Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine may display:

• Banner advertisements
• Sponsored graphics
• Affiliate product links
• Featured shops
• Paid creator spotlights
• Promotional sections
• Seasonal sponsor features

Placement within the magazine or website does not necessarily constitute an endorsement unless explicitly stated.

 

No Professional Advice

Content distributed through Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine is intended for:

• Entertainment
• Educational
• Creative
• Informational purposes only

Nothing within the magazine or related Services constitutes professional legal, financial, medical, tax, or business advice.

Users are responsible for making independent decisions regarding purchases, partnerships, or commercial activities.

 

Future Monetization Changes

As Chaos Cross Stitch Magazine grows, monetization structures may evolve.

Future opportunities may include:

• Expanded sponsorships
• Affiliate partnerships
• Brand collaborations
• Paid advertisements
• Creator programs
• Sponsored events
• Promotional campaigns

Bone & Briar Holdings reserves the right to modify advertising and partnership strategies over time.

 

FTC Compliance

Bone & Briar Holdings intends to comply with applicable advertising transparency and disclosure requirements, including relevant United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines regarding endorsements, sponsorships, and affiliate relationships where applicable.

 

External Links and Third-Party Services

Affiliate links and sponsored content may direct users to third-party websites, storefronts, or services not controlled by Bone & Briar Holdings.

We are not responsible for:

• Third-party products
• External business practices
• Privacy policies
• Shipping issues
• Refund policies
• Website security
• Customer service experiences

Users interact with third-party businesses at their own discretion and risk.

 

Policy Updates

Bone & Briar Holdings reserves the right to update or modify this Affiliate Disclosure / Sponsored Content Policy at any time.

Updated versions become effective upon posting unless otherwise stated.

Continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.