Accessibility Statement

We are committed to making Sewing Local accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.

Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should be able to find and discover local sewing stores, regardless of their abilities. We strive to ensure our website is accessible and usable by people with various disabilities, including those who rely on assistive technologies like screen readers, keyboard navigation, or voice recognition software.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including:

  • Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
  • Hearing impairments
  • Motor disabilities
  • Cognitive disabilities

Features We've Implemented

  • Semantic HTML structure for screen reader compatibility
  • Keyboard navigation support throughout the site
  • High contrast color schemes for better readability
  • Descriptive alt text for images
  • Clear and consistent navigation
  • Readable fonts and appropriate text sizing

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review our website to identify and address accessibility barriers. We also welcome feedback from our users about ways we can improve accessibility.

Known Issues

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge that some areas of our website may not yet meet all accessibility standards. We are actively working to address these issues and improve the overall accessibility of our platform.

Feedback and Assistance

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We value your feedback and are committed to addressing accessibility concerns promptly.

If you need assistance accessing any content on our website, we're happy to help you find the information you're looking for through alternative means.

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website comes from third-party sources (such as store information and reviews). While we cannot control the accessibility of this external content, we encourage our partners and contributors to follow accessibility best practices.

Last updated: September 27, 2025