Create & save motifs

The Create Motif function lets you save your own motifs for future use. Custom motifs are saved in custom ‘motif sets’.

To create and save a motif...

1Create or choose the object you want to save as a motif. This may be an outline or a filled object.

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2Adjust stitch angles as required, and turn off any underlays.

3Scale to a suitable nominal size for practical use – e.g. 5-10 mm. Bear in mind that motif size can be adjusted within the run or fill.

4Duplicate and align the motif as you want it to appear in a motif run. Use Alignment tools for precise arrangement.

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5Once you have determined the layout, select objects and apply Closest Join. Use the middle motif to determine reference points.

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6Select the motif and choose Object > Create Motif.

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7Select a custom motif set from the droplist and enter a name in the Motif Name field.

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8Choose how to handle any included machine functions:

9Click OK.

10Click two reference points for the motif. These should coincide with entry and exit points.

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11Click OK. The motif is ready for use. Check to make sure connectors align with the direction of travel.

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