This program is an intellectual property of the electric quilt company. Since a majority of quilt designs use squares as the base of the pattern, you already have a starting point. Block 1 36 search by number block 2 2741 parts of the blockbase screen block 3 2448 quick quilt feature block 4 2049 reference sectionblocks source block 5 1755 using blockbase with eq7 block 6 2354 wildcard search block 7 1774 keyword. Its a much more advanced software program and it can be a bit of a learning curve using it. Blockbase sew along sew alongs the electric quilt blog.
Heather explains some of these, including whether its better to place a large panel on the left or right and how to. Blockbase software is based upon barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns. Today, people are reinventing that community via the internet by hosting quiltalongs, block of the month projects, and offering patterns and tutorials to download at the click of a. Based on barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns.
Let me start by saying that while this software can be used, in a very limited way, on its own, it is designed to be used with eq 7 quilting software. Flip through the pages, earmark favorite blocks, then use the guide to find the blocks in the eq8 quilt design software. New free quilt software two christmases ago hubby bought me quilt design wizard from the same people who give you eq. Blockbase has virtually every pieced block published from 18361970. This is a great add in to electric quilt or for use as a standalone. Many quilt block designs, from pinwheels to friendship stars and more, are either four, nine or sixteen patches. Quilt pro also has advanced features for drawing your own quilt block and converting your design to a graphic file of your choice. Its a bit easier than eq, however, you have to check which features you will need. I have not had time to actually use it connected to my eq 7 but from what i have experienced with this software it will be a wonderful reference of.
Blockbase electric quilt block base software new barbara. It is a little easier to use than electric quilt but you should check into exactly which advanced features you need. Quilt pro has advanced features to draw your own blocks and is able to convert your designs into graphic files. If you choose to create a design based on historic patterns, the international quilt study center see references suggests trying pinwheel, log cabin, square in a square, fan, and wild goose chase layouts. Quilt design tool from threadbias diary of a quilter.
Pattern printing software from barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns. The quilt design tool also allows you to link matching blocks, this saves you time and lets you change multiple blocks instantly. Due to the digital nature of this product, all sales are final. But using this method is perfect for designing quilt blocks, as it easy to see the. It can be used for standard quilt designs, foundation paper piecing designs and. Learning how to design a quilt on graph paper is much easier than using blank paper because it already has built in squares. Simply import a photo of your choosing, and, in the. Feb 10, 2020 these designs can easily be adapted to quilt needlepoint both small and large. Top points to free quilt patterns for offering three fabric manufacturers design fabrics to choose from. I was so excited because one of the reasons i never did a quilt along for this block was because i couldnt figure out how to draw it out except on graph paper. Design a quilt for free with mywebquilter quilting calculators, quilt block patterns, quilt block coloring, one block quick quilt viewer and quilt design software. The most popular versions among blockbase users are 2. If you are looking for some robust software to help take your quilt designing to. Instant photo quilts ever wanted to turn photos into quilts, this feature is for you.
This lets you use eqs design tools on the blocks, coloring the blockbase blocks and setting them into quilt layouts. Serial numberlicense id locations electric quilt support. Blockbase, over 4, 000 historic block patterns for todays modern quilter. See more ideas about quilt blocks, quilt patterns and quilts. In the draw screen areas, the grids are already created specifically for quilters. Blockbase pieced quilt patterns by the electric quilt. Lay out quilts by putting the block anywhere on the quilt.
From the same company as the quilt design wizard is the electric quilt 7 design software. And heres a summary of what we learned along the way. If you prefer to see your measurements in inches, under setup, choose unit, and then select inches. These squares of creative patterns, colors and designs are the cornerstone of most quilts, and a favorite among both new and experienced quilters. Quiltsoft creates your templates and estimates the yardage for your quilt.
Create and design your own pantographs, blocks and borders. This page is intended as a reference to help easily find serial numbers and license ids for our products. The software helps you by making use of the symmetry present in most blocks. Eq8 drawing blocks exercises in eq8 block design by kari schell. Amazingly, there is an excess of 4000 block designs in all. The block builder base is a moveable design wall for your blocks. Blockbase is is a cdrom version of barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns now out of print.
The electric quilt company has added hundreds of blocks to blockbase to make sure it contains all pieced blocks from historic collections. Spiderwomans design thingy program is a page where it looks as if someone dropped piles of different quilt elements on the top of the page. Having said that, the videos, support and help are pretty comprehensive, with the included help videos. This is a webbased tool where you can go to create your own block and quilt designs. Blockbase is the cdrom version of barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns and its jam packed with over 4300 block patterns. So youre bound to find a fabric that suits your purpose. The two programs will link together, letting you open the blockbase library from inside eq. With quiltsoft you can design complete quilts, including custom blocks and color palettes for each quilt. And now threadbias is launching their brand new quilt design tool. You can also use quiltassistant to make your own paper piecing patterns, and even export your quilt and block designs to electric quilt. But using this method is perfect for designing quilt blocks, as it easy to see the proportions of your block, and thus work out the quilt math for your block. Rather than the traditional approach of breaking up the photo into little squares watercolor style it allows you to divide the photo into pieces of arbitrary size and shape. Tips for resizing quilt blocks national quilters circle. Each entry also shows an exploded illustration that details how the block is constructed.
The quilt block library contains beautiful illustrations for over 200 quilt block patterns. Heather thomas teaches you how to determine the base makeup of a block and then how to resize it. Block breakdown videos gammill longarm quilting machines. All design formats and sizes are included in a single zip file. It is also the method that i recommend and walk you through in diy block design. The box contains a cd with the software to run the program and an 80 page manual. The new versions of this software offer new powerful tools for designing quilts. Blockbase, over 4, 000 historic block patterns for. Quiltassistant is free designsoftware that can help you to turn your photos into quilts. Software and computer books for patchwork and quilting. I first heard about this design tool at the sewing summit last fall while it was still under construction. Cdrom version of barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns. How to draft a quilt block drafting allows a quilter to copy a block in a quilt, develop an original design, or change the size of an existing block. Designing your own quilt block allows you to choose everything from the pattern to the print and texture of the fabric.
Design and print custom quilt blocks with fabricmaker everyone loves creative quilt blocks. In addition, downloads are available for many of the blocks containing instructions to. Understanding how a quilt block is made is one of the first important steps in knowing how to resize a block. Wonderful addition to your electric quilt 8 quilting design software. Quilting expert linda hahn shares her quick and easy method of quilt block design for patchwork patterns. They also serve as inspiration for new projects and custom orders, whetting imagination as you search for just. Adjust the sashing width, add cornerstones, flip and rotate blocks. On completing your design, you can print templates including seam allowances. Blockbase is the cdrom version of barbara brackmans encyclopedia of pieced quilt patterns and its jam packed with over 4300 block.
Includes extensive library of over 200 patterns blocks, continuous lines, corners and more. Our builtin antivirus checked this download and rated it as virus free. Due to the many computer operating systems and embroidery programs i cannot offer support in those areas. A popular option is the quiltography app available on apple. Blockbase has virtually every pieced block published from 18361970 over 4300 patterns, ready to print as patterns. Scissortail quiltings quilt block library quilt block. Watch as quilt artist karen marchetti shows us creative ways to quilt blocks. Click the episodes to the left to watch and to download templates you can use to practice at home. Personalize your quilts by importing photography to trace and create patterns. Select applique shapes from the menu and create wonderful applique blocks. The same patterns that sold in 1928 for 15 cents each are yours in blockbase for less than 2 cents apiece. Does anyone know of free or inexpensive programs that can be downloaded visit nancylees homepage. When learning how to design a quilt, one of the first things that is important to learn are some quilt design basics.
Mywebquilter free quilt calculators block patterns. This site is very user friendly with simple instructions for use. And the best part is you can print the patterns for these blocks at any size you want. Software, books, printables for quilters electric quilt. I was so impressed with the designers and builder and their vision of creating an intuitive, simple to understand. It seems like a hundred years since blockbase version 1, for dos, with its little digital notecard for each block, was introduced by the folks at electric quilt. Blockbase is an electric quilt addon powerhouse with 4,300 blocks found in from the book. Each layout automatically includes the block, border and sash of the quilt. Quilt design software programs quilt programs are specifically designed for quilters. Quiltsoft is the leading windows software for designing quilts. Blockbase software for quilters at everything quilts. Blockbase pieced quilt patterns by the electric quilt co.
Use circle around tool to circle around shapes for as many times as you want to create a great applique. Click on any quilt element, whether halfsquare triangle, solid block or border rectangle, and place it anywhere on the grid. Make standard sized quilts using preset layouts with options for borders and sashing. However, feel free to use blank paper and a ruler if that is more comfortable for you. Anyone know of any good free quilt design programs. It has two screens one for quilt or block drawing and the other is for automatic quilt layout. The eq8 block library book offers an escape from the computer to a world of inspiration. The acufil quilting tool software allows you to easily create a custom embroidery design layout for a quilt block. Hear why shelley needed a way to keep organized to make the precision blocks she loves. All you need is a pencil and graph paper or a computer design program, if you prefer and a basic understanding of the grid method to draft your own blocks. In the past, communities sometimes guilds of sewers would gather to share tips, try out new block patterns, and bond over a shared interest.
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