Sorry Teri, I just saw this. Even if the scanned image isn't continuous, when you digitize it, you must make it continuous with Optimize or add stitches, or you will have jump-stitches.
Great intro to PatternCad! I never thought about the reference line! I would suggest you talk about the key to selecting nodes when you want to move them (but not disconnect them). The splice line edit nodes can also be selected and moved together or independently. Overall, thank you for the step by step explanation and how to place nodes etc.
Your teaching is great. Are you going to do a video about the new upgrade and what it does? and how do I join your zoom, I was looking but I don't know if my computer is acting up.
Sorry your comment slipped by me. Glad you made contact with me. The March QCT Online Zoom video is just about finished and it highlights many of the updates in the QCT 5.06.09 software update for Q'Nique.
Hello, thank you for the tutorial, it got me started in Quilt Cad. I am having difficulty making my pattern continuous. I have both sides on the same plain, however, it is not working. Would you have any suggestions? Also, can you please tell me after you save the pattern, is it possible to go back in and edit or change it in any way? Thank you! You are an excellent teacher!!
With continuous line patterns, the starting point is on the left and the ending point is on the right, usually. If your ending point is on the left, add stitches that trace across your design to the right. (Does that makes sense?) Yes, you can edit your own patterns in Pattern CAD.
Hello and thank you for the tutorial. It has helped me a great deal. I have spent a lot of time learning how to digitize most of my topstitch designs in the Embrilliance Software Program. (Before getting my longarm I would topstitch in the hoop.) The file extensions are PES, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, VP3, VIP PCS, SEW, XXX, TAP, CSD, PCM, SHV, DSZ. I would prefer not to have to re-digitize them in QCT CAD. My question... Do any design files with the extensions I've listed work with QCTPro5? Or is there a way to convert a design file with one of those extensions to a file format/extension that works with QCTPro5? Thank you in advance.
There are a lot of digitizers from embroidery now doing computerized quilting . . . including myself. QCT isn't the easiest program to digitize in but you can get it done. The answer to your question is yes. It is a bit of a workaround but I have used a combination of Embird (embroidery digitizing) and Inkspace to QCT. I teach a monthly Online Interactive QCT Group Software Class and have taught it twice. The most recent was July 2023. I record the classes and provide a private link on UA-cam to all the paid participants. I think it's a pretty good explanation with demonstrations. It's $15.00 if you would like me to invoice you. Check out my webpage, quiltedpoodle.com if you would like to attend any of the classes. April will probably be a demonstration of making a whole cloth wall hanging with and without QuiltCAD. Email me at info@quiltedpoodle.com if you want the video.
From the choices along the top go to background then go down to grid and click there and that should turn on the grid in pattern cad. If you are in the other part of QCT, In OPTIONS turn on "show grid" under the quilting interface and panto stacker screen which are both down towards the bottom of the preference screen.
Here is the link for the July 11, 2023 training: bit.ly/3JGYyPX. I also post about 2 weeks before the zoom on several FB pages; this is my private FB page, you will have to request to join: facebook.com/groups/203150156999448. These other FB pages are open to viewing or joining if you would like. facebook.com/TheQuiltedPoodle, facebook.com/groups/QuiltersCreativeTouch, facebook.com/groups/quiltingwithgrace.
Question, I notice when you begin Pattern CAD you click all the icons you need and ever so gently you click the main screen to begin with the first node. I can follow you up to there, and then my mouse doesn't made the beginning node appear on my screen. Where is the secret button hidden on my screen to draw on the screen? It will work about 20 percent of the time. I am using a mouse
Sorry for the late response, contact me through my webpage; www.quiltedpoodle.com/schedule. Schedule a Free 15 minute consultation. My website is brand new and I would love for you to test the functionality. I'll throw in a Pattern CAD explanation. Hope to hear from you.
Currently the only kinds of files (background image) that you can import into pattern cad are BMP or JPG files. An image designed in Ilustator can be converted into a quilting file. I believe you have to remove the splines from the image and convert it to a DFX file then import into QCT/Quilt Path, etc
It helps me to stay focused on the horizontal plane that I want my beginning and ending points to be located so that each repeat of the pattern will connect smoothly. With the latest version of the software 5.06.09 it will make a correction for you so that your pattern will be continuous by selecting "Snap Ends." I always use preview to see what my pattern will look like and if in fact it is continuous.
Amazing ! I just got my new juki long arm with this software and can’t wait to try this!!! Wonderful tutorial! Thanks for helping us newbies !!!
@@NanaT2016 Thank you. It really is fun, I can play with it for hours!
WOW!
Pattern CAD is so much fun!
This is a GREAT teaching video with pattern cad. I would like to see you do different kind of swirls to put around a embroidered pattern. Thank You
Great suggestion!
This is great so easy to understand thankyou
Thank you!
Excellent tutorial! Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
@@TheQuiltedPoodle Now I just need to try it!
Thank you, I’m just trying to learn CAD, it’s new to me.
What s great tutorial! Thank you so much!
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for this video. It was so helpful. Now I feel like I can start playing with making my own designs
You absolutely can!
Love this. So images scanned in has to be a continuous drawing?
Sorry Teri, I just saw this. Even if the scanned image isn't continuous, when you digitize it, you must make it continuous with Optimize or add stitches, or you will have jump-stitches.
Great intro to PatternCad! I never thought about the reference line! I would suggest you talk about the key to selecting nodes when you want to move them (but not disconnect them). The splice line edit nodes can also be selected and moved together or independently. Overall, thank you for the step by step explanation and how to place nodes etc.
Thank you for the tip. I love the sharing of information. I always struggle with how much to put into the video.
Thanks so much. Loved this.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Your teaching is great. Are you going to do a video about the new upgrade and what it does? and how do I join your zoom, I was looking but I don't know if my computer is acting up.
Sorry your comment slipped by me. Glad you made contact with me. The March QCT Online Zoom video is just about finished and it highlights many of the updates in the QCT 5.06.09 software update for Q'Nique.
Hello, thank you for the tutorial, it got me started in Quilt Cad. I am having difficulty making my pattern continuous. I have both sides on the same plain, however, it is not working. Would you have any suggestions? Also, can you please tell me after you save the pattern, is it possible to go back in and edit or change it in any way? Thank you! You are an excellent teacher!!
With continuous line patterns, the starting point is on the left and the ending point is on the right, usually. If your ending point is on the left, add stitches that trace across your design to the right. (Does that makes sense?) Yes, you can edit your own patterns in Pattern CAD.
Hello and thank you for the tutorial. It has helped me a great deal. I have spent a lot of time learning how to digitize most of my topstitch designs in the Embrilliance Software Program. (Before getting my longarm I would topstitch in the hoop.) The file extensions are PES, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, VP3, VIP PCS, SEW, XXX, TAP, CSD, PCM, SHV, DSZ. I would prefer not to have to re-digitize them in QCT CAD. My question... Do any design files with the extensions I've listed work with QCTPro5? Or is there a way to convert a design file with one of those extensions to a file format/extension that works with QCTPro5? Thank you in advance.
There are a lot of digitizers from embroidery now doing computerized quilting . . . including myself. QCT isn't the easiest program to digitize in but you can get it done. The answer to your question is yes. It is a bit of a workaround but I have used a combination of Embird (embroidery digitizing) and Inkspace to QCT. I teach a monthly Online Interactive QCT Group Software Class and have taught it twice. The most recent was July 2023. I record the classes and provide a private link on UA-cam to all the paid participants. I think it's a pretty good explanation with demonstrations. It's $15.00 if you would like me to invoice you. Check out my webpage, quiltedpoodle.com if you would like to attend any of the classes. April will probably be a demonstration of making a whole cloth wall hanging with and without QuiltCAD. Email me at info@quiltedpoodle.com if you want the video.
Tanks for the tutorial. When I go into pattern cad it does not show a grid. I have QCT 6 pro
From the choices along the top go to background then go down to grid and click there and that should turn on the grid in pattern cad. If you are in the other part of QCT, In OPTIONS turn on "show grid" under the quilting interface and panto stacker screen which are both down towards the bottom of the preference screen.
How can I do a left/right click when using a tablet?
If you press on a tablet in one spot for a few seconds, it will activate the drop down menu you generally get with a right mouse click
This is fantastic. How do I locate the training information. 😊
Here is the link for the July 11, 2023 training: bit.ly/3JGYyPX. I also post about 2 weeks before the zoom on several FB pages; this is my private FB page, you will have to request to join: facebook.com/groups/203150156999448. These other FB pages are open to viewing or joining if you would like. facebook.com/TheQuiltedPoodle, facebook.com/groups/QuiltersCreativeTouch, facebook.com/groups/quiltingwithgrace.
Question, I notice when you begin Pattern CAD you click all the icons you need and ever so gently you click the main screen to begin with the first node. I can follow you up to there, and then my mouse doesn't made the beginning node appear on my screen. Where is the secret button hidden on my screen to draw on the screen? It will work about 20 percent of the time. I am using a mouse
Sorry for the late response, contact me through my webpage; www.quiltedpoodle.com/schedule. Schedule a Free 15 minute consultation. My website is brand new and I would love for you to test the functionality. I'll throw in a Pattern CAD explanation. Hope to hear from you.
Can you import files from Adobe Illustrator?
Currently the only kinds of files (background image) that you can import into pattern cad are BMP or JPG files. An image designed in
Ilustator can be converted into a quilting file. I believe you have to remove the splines from the image and convert it to a DFX file then import into QCT/Quilt Path, etc
Why do you need the line on the bottom layer?
It helps me to stay focused on the horizontal plane that I want my beginning and ending points to be located so that each repeat of the pattern will connect smoothly. With the latest version of the software 5.06.09 it will make a correction for you so that your pattern will be continuous by selecting "Snap Ends." I always use preview to see what my pattern will look like and if in fact it is continuous.