Use Color PhotoStitch to create embroidery from photographs and other images. While Photo Flash and Reef PhotoStitch produce designs in single-color stitching, Color PhotoStitch produces variegated stitching using multiple thread colors. The goal is the same for any photo – to employ the fewest colors/threads to obtain the fewest stitches and trims for a good result.
1Scan or insert the photo you want to use. For best results, use crisp images with well-defined subjects and strong contrasts. See Loading bitmap artwork for details.
2Size and/or crop the image for its intended purpose. 400mm (16”) is the limit. See Preparing photos for auto-digitizing for details.
3With the image selected, click Color PhotoStitch. Color PhotoStitch analyzes the photo and generates a thread color list based on image colors. The dialog provides interactive control over color and stitch settings.
4Study the preview panel. Use the zoom buttons to examine the image preview in detail. Alternatively, zoom in and out with the mouse wheel.
5Use Preview to generate temporary stitching without closing the dialog. Move the dialog as necessary in order to preview the result in the design window. Artwork is hidden during preview.