Tutorials

Adding Shapes

With StitchBuddy v3.0 you can create simple shapes using some vector drawing capabilities. These shapes can be outlined with running or zigzag stitches, or filled with Tatami patterns.

This sequence of video tutorials provides an overview

  1. How to define these shapes using paths
  2. How to use these paths to generate stitches for outlines and fills with various options
  3. Some insights into advanced topics like underlays, adding complex paths, borderline stitches, and Tatami fills
Highly recommended to watch before using the new "Add Shape" feature! In parallel you might want to consult the related FAQ articles describing how to Define Shapes and Outline / Fill a Shape.