Ink/Stitch
This free, open-source machine embroidery digitizing platform runs as an extension of Inkscape and converts vector designs into machine embroidery stitch files. It supports multiple stitch types (satin, fill, tartan), includes pre-digitized fonts for lettering, and exports to formats compatible with various embroidery machines.
- Convert a vector design in Inkscape into a machine-readable embroidery stitch file
- Add lettering to an embroidery design using pre-digitized fonts
- Optimize stitch path routing before sending a design to an embroidery machine
Libraries staff used an AI agent, Claude, to generate this description, then reviewed it for accuracy. More about this process
Is this software ready to use on Libraries computers?
This software is not currently installed on Library computers, however if you would like to install this software on a Library computer please see 'Where can this software be installed?' below.
Where can this software be installed?
How to install software on a Libraries computer
- Hill Library
Where?
Which computer?
Makerspace Makerspace Laptop - Hunt Library
Where?
Which computer?
Maker Studio Makerspace Laptop
Can I install this software on my own computer?
The Libraries does not provide software for download to personal computers. It's possible you can get it from somewhere else on campus. Check other options for installing software on your computer.