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New Pattern: Medusa

Title: Medusa

Designer: The Plucky Stitch

Technique: Foudation Paper Piecing

Sizes: 1

Meet Medusa, the gorgeous #foundationpaperpiecing #quiltpatter by Carrie from The Plucky Stitch. If you like this technique and the high detailed designs this is your pattern!

The #medusaquilt is a representation of the infamous Greek Monster, Medusa. It is to make a wall hanging of 40″ x 50″. It has an advanced intermediate difficulty. The pattern is to make it in 16 colors but you can custom it as you wish!.

Visit Carrie’s website to know more about her job and get your copy of this amazing pattern. And if you are not yet part of our #quiltinkcommunity, register for free in our platform and start coloring. You will be able to save your #mockups and share them into our public Wall.

Install QuiltInk as an app

QuiltInk is a versatile web application that can be accessed on both mobile devices and computers.

To use QuiltInk, simply open your preferred web browser and visit the website at https://www.quiltink.com. Once you’re on the website, you can start using QuiltInk directly in your browser without the need for any additional installations or downloads. Whether you’re on a mobile device or a computer, QuiltInk offers a seamless and user-friendly experience for all quilting enthusiasts.

QuiltiInk is not available in any application stores (App Store, Google Play, …).

QuiltInk is a web application that offers the possibility of installing it as an app on mobile devices. This installation option provides several advantages:

Faster Access: By installing QuiltInk as an app, you can access it more quickly compared to opening a browser, entering the URL, and waiting for the website to load. With the app installed, you can simply tap its icon and start using it right away.
Seamless Login: If you have a QuiltInk account, installing it as an app eliminates the need to log in every time you want to access QuiltInk. Once you open the app, your account will already be logged in, saving you time and hassle. However, please note that this applies as long as you haven’t logged into your QuiltInk account on another device.

The procedure to install QuiltInk as an app may vary depending on the operating system of your device. Here are the general steps for installing QuiltInk as an app on different platforms:

IOS

For iOS (iPhone/iPad) Devices, the “Install as an app” button on the home page may not provide automatic installation. In that case, you can follow the steps below to add QuiltInk to your home screen manually:

Visit https://www.quiltink.com with Safari.
Tap the Share icon at the bottom of the screen (represented by a square with an arrow).
In the Share menu, scroll down and look for the option “Add to Home Screen”.
Tap on the option, and a preview of the app icon will appear.
Customize the name for the app if prompted, and then tap “Add” or “Done”.
QuiltInk will be added to your home screen as an app icon, and you can access it by tapping on the icon.

For Android Devices:

There are 2 ways to install QuitInk as an app in the android Devices:

1. “Install QuiltInk as an app” button in the QuiltInk home page:

Visit https://www.quiltink.com with Chrome browser.
In the Home page below the header you will see a button, “Install as an app”. Click “Ok” and it will be done!

2. If the previous way doesn’t work for you, follow the next steps:

Open the QuiltInk website (https://www.quiltink.com) in your browser.
Tap the browser menu (usually represented by three dots) and look for the option “Add to Home Screen” or “Install App”.
Tap on the option, and a prompt will appear asking you to confirm the installation.
Customize the name for the app if prompted, and then tap “Add” or “Install”.
QuiltInk will be added to your home screen as an app icon, and you can access it by tapping on the icon.

If you have any questions or concerns related to the info and statistics in QuiltInk or any aspect of using QuiltInk, we are here to help. You can reach out to us via email at info@quiltink.com or through the chat on our Instagram platform (@quilt_ink).

New Pattern: Night Bloom

Title: Night Bloom

Designer: Julia Wachs Desings

Technique: Foudation Paper Piecing

Sizes: 4

Meet the Night Bloom by Julia from Julia Wachs Designs, just released some days ago and ready in QuiltInk for you to plan your version!

The #nightbloomquilt has intense geometric lines that create bold and striking quilt design. It’s a #foundationpaperpiecing #quiltpattern for advanced beginner quilters. It comes in 4 sizes: Crib, Throw, Twin, and Bed, and 2 different colorways: 5 colors and 7 colors.

Check Julia’s website to know more about the pattern and her amazing projects. And remember to share your #quiltinkmockups with us! We can’t wait to see them all!

Mockupmonday #56

How is your summer going? We are having really high temperatures here in Spain, it’s hard to handle and not the best time to sew. So, here it is a new #Qink_mockupmonday so you can get inspired for your next projects and startcoloring it with QuitlInk!

We want to thank all our #quiltinkcommunity for the amazing contributions to our #quiltinkwall. And if you want to be part of it, you only need to register for free, color as much as you want and share your #mockups with us!

New Pattern: Astrea

Title: Astrea

Designer: A Piece of Quiet Quilts

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 3

It’s release day for the Astrea Quilt pattern by Meghan from A piece of Quiet Quilts. Discover all the color possibilities of this amazing pattern in QuiltInk! We can’t wait to see all your mock-ups!

The #astreaquilt is a modern pattern with a unique star design for confident beginner quilters. It comes in 3 sizes: Crib, Throw and Twin, and Includes detailed diagrams, step-by-step instructions.

Don’t miss Meghan`s wonderful quilt versions at her wbesite and support her!

New Pattern: Stay Awhile table runner

Title: Stay Awhile Table Runner

Designer: Heart Lake Quilts

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 1

The Stay Awhile table runner pattern is the second pattern by Kristin from Heart Lake Quilts uploaded to QuitlInk. It’s a great pattern to make over and over again to freshen up your seasonal table with a little bit of charm.

The #stayawhiletablerunner is a beginner pattern to make a #tablerunner of 14” x 66”. It is fat quarter friendly and full of color possibilities!

Remember to register to our plataform to be able to save and share your #mockups. We can’t wait to see them all!

New Pattern: Issue 11 MQM

Title: Issue 11

Designer: Modish Quilter Magazine

Technique: Traditional Piecing, Pieceing with curves, FPP

Its release day Issue 11 of Modish Quilter Magazine and all the patterns published there are now available for you to plan any of those projects.

4 patterns you can’t miss!

1. Color Code by @modisquilter. Its size is 54″ x 66″. Great way to show off a wide range of colors and a perfect gift for teachers and artists.

2. Prism Point by Sylcia Shaeffer from Flying Parrot Quilts @flyingparrotquilts. An easy FPP pattern. Its size is 45″ x 62.5″. Great use of negative space!

3. Magical Hour by Vickeidy Plybon of Sew Spicious @sewspicious.Its size is 62″ x 70″. It’s an easy pattern with curves for beginners and a great way to show off your favorite color palette.

4. Orchid Garden by Meghan Morris of A Piece of Quiet Quilts @apieceofquietquilts. 2 sizes, 48″ x 48″ and 72″ x 72″. A beautiful geometric floral design, great for an ombre of colors.

Visit Modish Quilter Magazine website to get your copy of this amazing new Issue full of invaluable info, patterns and tips! And remember to share your #quiltinkmockups with us!

Private Patterns

Due to the high number of requests we have received from users who wanted to upload patterns to QuiltInk that were not already available from the designers, we have introduced the option to upload private patterns to QuiltInk. With private patterns, you can upload the diagrams of those patterns and color them in a completely private mode.

It’s important to note that private patterns will never be made public, and you won’t be able to share the coloring pages with anyone. Private patterns in QuiltInk function similarly to coloring patterns in graphic software like Illustrator, Inkscape, or precolor. The advantage is that you already have your fabrics uploaded in QuiltInk, making it easy to use. You can create as many mock-ups as you want and compare them in a private Wall to choose the ones you like the most.

To upload a new private pattern to QuiltInk, you need to be subscribed to a plan that allows uploading private patterns. If you initially subscribed to the “Basic Supporter” plan and now wish to upload private patterns, you can change your plan and start enjoying this feature in QuiltInk.

To change your plan, simply visit your profile page and click on the person icon in the top bar. From there, select the “My Plan” option, where you can manage all aspects related to your subscription and change your plan at any time.

REMEMBER

The usage of private patterns in QuiltInk is restricted to the patterns you have purchased.
Private patterns do not allow for private rooms to share the pattern with other QuiltInk users.
Private patterns can not be activated for public coloring.
Mock-ups created from private patterns cannot be published in the public Wall.
Private patterns are intended for private coloring, exclusively for the user who has uploaded them to QuiltInk.

Private Patterns Management Page

When you are subscribed to a plan that includes private patterns, you will find a button on your profile page labeled “Private Patterns.” Clicking on this button will take you to a dedicated page where you can manage all of your private patterns.

At the private patterns manage page, you will find the following sections and options:

Top Bar: The top bar contains three icons:
1. Info icon: Clicking on this icon will display a pop-up window with information about your subscription plan, including the number of patterns you have uploaded, the number of patterns you can upload based on your plan, the number of disabled patterns, and the patterns you can disable because they have been in Quiltink for more than one year.
2. “+” icon: Use this option to submit new patterns to QuiltInk. Instructions below.
3. “x” icon: Clicking on this icon will close the window.

Top Section: In this section, you will see all the patterns you have uploaded to QuiltInk. Each pattern is displayed with its title, designer, submission date, and an “…” icon that allows you to access the edit options for that pattern.
If a pattern has been on QuiltInk for more than one year, you have the option to disable it and replace it with another pattern within the limit of your plan. You can disable a pattern to upload a new pattern without upgrading your plan. If a pattern can be disabled the option with a “crossed circle” icon will appear at “…” icon, and the pattern will remain in this top section but without the possibility you to click on it, only to the “…” icon to enable it if the number of patterns in your plan allow it.
To start coloring a pattern or see the mockups you have created for it, click over the card of this pattern.

Central Bar: After selecting a pattern from the top section, the central bar will display the number of mockups you have created for that pattern on the left side. On the right side, there is an option, “Create new mockup”, to start coloring the pattern.

Bottom section: In this section, you will find all the mockups you have created for the selected pattern. Each mockup is indicated with its creation date and offers the following options:
- Palette icon: Clicking on this icon allows you to modify the colors by accessing the coloring page again.
- Duplicate icon (+): This option allows you to create a duplication of the mockup and create a new one using it as a basis. This is helpful if you want to create a new mockup and you don’t want to start coloring again from the blank diagrams.
- Trash icon: Clicking on the trash icon will delete the mockup. Please note that this action is irreversible, and the mockup will be permanently removed from QuiltInk.
- Export: You can export the mockup either with the list of colors and fabrics used or just the image. This allows you to save and share your mockup with others out of Quitlink. For more information on exporting your mockups, refer to the “Export your mock-ups” tutorial.

Submit a new Private Pattern

The steps to upload a new private pattern to QuiltInk are as follows:

Purchase the pattern. It is important to note that you cannot upload coloring pages downloaded from the web or copied from other sources such as Pinterest or Instagram. You can create a pattern for yourself and send us your design.
Access QuiltInk, sign in to your account, and click on the “Private Patterns” button on your profile page.
Click on the “+” icon located at the top bar in the private patterns management page. This will open a new page with a form.
Fill out all the required fields in the form:
- Name: Enter the name of the pattern you are uploading.
- Designer: Specify the name of the pattern’s designer. This helps keep your private patterns organized.
- Technique: Provide additional information about the pattern, such as the technique used.
- Files: Click on the “Add files +” button to select the pattern files with the coloring diagrams from your computer. These files should be the coloring sheets from the PDF pattern you purchased from the designer of the pattern. If that pattern you want to upload is your own pattern, the files should be in vectorial format (e.g., SVG, PDF, AI). If you are unable to provide the files in vector format, you can still submit what you have, and the QuiltInk team will assess if they can create the skeletons based on the information provided.
- Comments: Use this field to indicate the sizes of the diagrams you submitted and any other important information for the QuiltInk team to consider when working on your pattern.
Once you have completed the form, click on “Submit”. This action will create the new pattern in your private patterns management page and send all the information and files to the QuiltInk team. We will use these files to create the skeletons, which are the blank diagrams you will use to color the pattern. Please note that the skeletons will not be immediately available as they need to be prepared by the QuiltInk team. Typically, this process takes around 1-2 days to complete. You will receive a notification once the skeletons are ready and uploaded to the QuiltInk platform, allowing you to start coloring them.

Color a Private Pattern

Once you have been notified that the skeletons for your private pattern have been uploaded to the QuiltInk platform, you can start coloring it by following these steps:

Select the pattern from your private patterns management page.
In the central bar, click on “Create new Mockup”
The color layouts page will open, displaying the different sizes and layouts of the pattern you requested. Unlike other patterns in QuiltInk, the color layouts for private patterns are blank diagrams. You will need to color each piece individually to create the mock-ups.
Refer to the “Color a pattern” tutorial to explore all the coloring options available: select your color/fabric palette, merge pieces by color, remove strokes, and more.
Once you have created the first mockup, you can use it as a basis and duplicate it to create new mockups. Alternatively, you can start coloring each time from the blank skeletons by clicking on the “Create new Mockup” button.
You have the flexibility to create as many mockups as you want, duplicate them, or remove them as needed.
They will all be displayed in the bottom section where you can compare and manage them.
When you have finished coloring the pattern, you can use the “export” icon (a box with an arrow going out) to export your mockups. You have the option to export them with the list of colors/fabrics used or as images only. For more information on exporting your mockups, “Export your mock-ups” tutorial.

If you have any questions or concerns related to the private patterns or any aspect of using QuiltInk, we are here to help. You can reach out to us via email at info@quiltink.com or through the chat on our Instagram platform (@quilt_ink).

Custom Palettes & Printed Fabrics

Custom Palettes Usage

Designers in QuiltInk enjoy several advantages when it comes to custom palettes:

Create unlimited custom palettes: As a subscriber in QuiltInk, you have the freedom to create as many custom palettes as you need. This flexibility allows you to organize your printed fabrics effectively within the platform.
Upload unlimited printed fabrics: Within the custom palettes, you can upload an unlimited number of printed fabrics to color in QuiltInk. There are no restrictions on the number of fabrics you can upload, giving you ample space.
Make your custom palettes public. If you’re not only a pattern designer but also a fabric designer, you can offer QuiltInk users the opportunity to color with your fabrics. You have the option to make your custom palettes public, allowing users to access and use your fabrics for coloring. These public palettes will also be visible on your public profile page under the “Fabrics” tab, showcasing your fabric designs to a wider audience.

Custom Palettes Essentials

Custom palettes in QuiltInk can include a range of options. They not only allow you to include printed fabrics but also solids from the QuiltInk palettes and plain colors chosen from a color wheel. This means that within a single custom palette, you have the flexibility to mix and match the following elements:

Printed Fabrics.

Solids from QuiltInk Palettes.
Plain colors from a color wheel.

Please check the instructions below to see how to add each one of them to your Custom Palettes.

Before you begin creating palettes in QuiltInk, it’s advisable to take a moment and consider how you would like to organize your printed fabrics. Palettes serve as groups that determine how your printed fabrics will be displayed on the coloring pages. There are various ways to organize your palettes, depending on your preference and the purpose of your fabrics. You can consider organizing them by brand, color, style, season, or any other categorization that makes sense to you. Once you have chosen a method of organization, apply it consistently across all your palettes. This will enhance your coloring experience.

We strongly suggest taking care of your palettes and keeping them organized. This practice will make it easier to manage your printed fabrics and enhance the coloring process with the app.

Manage Custom Palettes

Create Custom Palettes

To create a new palette in QuiltInk, follow these steps:

Go to your profile page and click on the “My Palettes” button. This will take you to the page where you can manage all your palettes.
On the palettes page, locate the “+” icon at the top bar and click on it. This will open a pop-up window.
In the pop-up window, enter a name for your new palette. It’s recommended to choose a name that is consistent with your other palettes, making it easier to organize and identify them.
After entering the name, click on the “Create” button. This will add a new palette to your palettes list.

Basic/Super Palettes

The Basic palettes are the only type of palette available to basic users in QuiltInk. A basic palette allows for a maximum of 10 items, which can include printed fabrics, solids, or colors. If you created a palette before subscribing as a designer, that palette will be considered your Basic palette. You can identify it by the person icon in the palette management section.

On the other hand, Super palettes are the palettes you can create after subscribing to a QuiltInk designer plan. With a designer subscription, you can create an unlimited number of Super palettes. These palettes have the capacity to accommodate unlimited printed fabrics.

If your first palette is created after subscribing as a designer, all of your palettes will be considered Super palettes.

Only the Super palettes can be activated for public coloring.

In the event that you cancel your subscription, your Super palettes will be disabled. You will still be able to view them, but you won’t be able to edit or use them for coloring. Only your basic palette will remain active.

Edit Custom Palettes

At the right side of each palette in your palettes list, you will see three icons with different functions:

Edit icon: Clicking on this icon will take you to the palette editing page. Here, you can add new printed fabrics/colors and make changes to the palette name. Refer to the instructions provided below to learn how to add new fabrics/colors.
Eye icon: The eye icon is used to set the privacy level of the palette. Click over the “eye” icon and the stage of privacy will change. There are three possible privacy levels:
- Crossed red: This indicates that the palette is not activated and cannot be used for coloring.
- Orange: The palette is activated for private usage. You can color with it, but other users cannot see or use it.
- Green eye: This indicates that the palette is active for public use. Any user can access and color with the fabrics/colors in this palette. It will appear at the Shop/Designer Palettes tab in the palettes icon of the coloring pages.
Delete icon: This icon allows you to remove a custom palette from your list. Whether it’s a Basic palette or a Super palette, clicking on the delete icon will permanently delete the selected palette.

Upload Printed Fabrics / Solids

Once you have created a custom palette in QuiltInk, you can start filling it with the printed fabrics and solids of your choice. To add different elements to your palette, follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, locate the “+” icon at the top bar and click on it. This will display three new buttons, each representing a different type of fabric or color you can add.

Photo camera icon: By clicking here you will be able to start uploading your printed fabrics swatches.

Palette icon: To add solids from QuiltInk Palettes to your palette.
3 circles icon: To add plain colors from a color wheel.
Bulk Upload: To upload multiple fabrics simultaneously.

PRINTED FABRICS

To upload your printed fabrics to QuiltInk, follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the photo camera icon. This will open a new page where you can upload your printed fabrics.
There are two ways to upload printed fabrics:
- Uploading from your files: Click on “Upload Image” and choose the image file from your computer or device.
- Uploading from an URL: If the swatch you want to upload is available on a website, visit that website and locate the image of the swatch. Right-click on the image (or long-press on mobile devices) and select “Copy Image URL” or a similar option. Make sure you copy the direct URL to the image itself, not the URL of the entire website page.
Once you have the swatch on the screen, you will be able to trim and adjust it to your desired look. Please note that all swatches uploaded to QuiltInk are square images. If you upload a non-square image, it will be automatically trimmed to a square shape.

Once you have uploaded the fabric swatch, you will need to fill in three required fields:

Fabric Name: Choose a name for the fabric swatch to classify and display it. The name can be related to the color, prints on the fabric, or any classification rule you prefer. This name will appear on the coloring page when you select this fabric.
Brand / Collection: This field allows you to classify your fabrics and provides a reference when exporting the list of fabrics used or checking your fabric used. The brand or collection name will appear on the coloring page below the fabric name. Please note that the name of the palette will not appear explicitly on the coloring page or in the exporting sheet.
Width of the Fabric Swatch: Specify the width of the fabric swatch you are uploading. This refers to the width of the actual piece of fabric in the image, not the width of the entire fabric. Most fabric swatches available for download from the web are typically 8″ to 12″ wide.

Finally, click “ADD” to add this fabric to your palette.

SOLIDS FROM QUILTINK PALETTES

To add solid colors that match real solid fabrics from different fabric companies to your custom palette, follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the palette icon. This will open a pop-up window.
In the pop-up window, choose the palette from QuiltInk palettes, referring to the collection and fabric company you want to pick the solids from.
From the list at the left, select the colors you want to add to your palette, and they will be added automatically. You have the option to add them all together by clicking the “ALL” button at the top bar.

SOLIDS FROM COLOR WHEEL

If you don’t find the color your are looking for in the QuitlInk palettes, you can add solids colors from a color wheel, to do so follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the 3 circles icon. A new page will open.
In the color wheel interface, you can choose the range of colors by clicking on the right bar. This will adjust the hue or color family of the displayed colors.
To select a specific color, click on the central square of the color wheel. This will allow you to pick your desired color by clicking on the desired hue within the square.
Fill in the “Name” and “Brand/Collection” fields for the selected color. These fields will appear at the coloring page when you select this color, helping you identify and reference it easily.
Finally, click “ADD” to add the selected color to your custom palette.

BULK UPLOAD

To upload multiple fabrics simultaneously, utilize a CSV file following these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the cloud with and arrow icon. This action opens a new page where you can proceed with the following instructions:

- The CSV file must consist of 5 columns, each representing fabric features, with one row dedicated to each fabric.
- The header of each column must be: name, brand, sku, width, url.
- The SKU and URL for a fabric can be empty.
- If the URL is empty, you will need to upload the image later.
- The width of the fabric swatch should be in inches, allowing only numerical values and the decimal point (.) in the input.
- We recommend creating a spreadsheet as described above and saving it as a CSV file for a seamless upload to QuiltInk. Refer to the example below.
- You can also download our CSV template file set up with the 5 columns. Click here to download the file, open it with a spreadsheet, fill in the fabric data you want to upload, and save it as CSV again.
Ensure all fabrics display a green checkmark, indicating all fields are correct. If any fabric exhibits an issue, a red cross will appear, prompting you to rectify the file before re-uploading.
Once all fabrics display a green checkmark, click “Import,” and all fabrics will be successfully uploaded.>>

If certain fabric images couldn’t be uploaded using the CSV file, follow these steps to manually upload them:

Click on the cloud icon associated with the fabric requiring an image upload.
Proceed to upload the fabric image manually.

Note: If you neglect to upload the fabric image manually, the fabric won’t be visible on the coloring pages when this palette is selected for coloring. Ensure all fabrics have their images uploaded for a complete coloring experience.

When you want to mix printed fabrics and colors in your palette, simply click on the “+” icon again, and a new page will open for the new option.

In the list of fabrics/colors in your palettes, you have several icons that will help you manage them::

3 lines icon: This icon allows you to drag and rearrange the fabrics/colors in the list, allowing you to change their order as desired.
Edit icon: The pencil icon enables you to edit the name and brand of printed fabrics and solid colors from the color wheel. However, this option is not available for solid colors from QuiltInk palettes, as they already have predefined names and brands.
Trash: The trash icon allows you to remove any fabric/color from the list.

When finishing adding fabrics/colors to your palette, click the “floppy disk” icon to save your palette. And remember to set up the privacity level you want for it at the “eye” icon at the right in the palettes list.

Public Custom Palettes

Once your custom palettes are ready, as a designer in QuiltInk, you have the option to activate them for private or public coloring. However, please note that the Basic palette cannot be activated for public coloring. It is the palette you created before subscribing to your designer plan. If you didn’t create any palette before subscribing, all your palettes will be Super palettes and available to be activated. So, if you created a palette before subscribing to any plan in QuiltInk, this “Basic” palette cannot be activated for public use. You will need to create other palettes, known as “Super” palettes, from the first one.

The privacy level of your custom palettes can be adjusted using the “eye” icon located at the right side of each palette in your palettes list. This icon determines who can access and use the palette for coloring. Click over the “eye” icon and the stage of privacy will change. Here are the three possible privacy levels:

Crossed red eye: This indicates that the palette is not activated and cannot be used for coloring.
Orange eye: The palette is activated for private usage. You can color with it, but other users cannot see or use it.
Green eye: This indicates that the palette is active for public use. Any user can access and color with the fabrics/colors in this palette.

Color with your Custom Palettes

Once your custom palettes are ready, you can choose to activate them for private or public coloring. The privacy level can be adjusted using the “eye” icon, as mentioned before.

Both, private custom palettes and public custom palettes, will be visible at the palette icon of the coloring pages. When you open a coloring page, at the palette icon you will see:

At “QuiltInk Palettes”, there are the solid fabrics palettes uploaded by the QuiltInk team and sorted by collection and company.

At “My Palettes”, you will see your custom palettes with private use.
At “Shop/Designer Palettes” will be visible the custom palettes created by Designers and Fabric Shops and activated for public coloring.

You can select the specific palette you want to use, and its fabric/colors will be applied to your coloring page. It’s also possible to mix and combine different palettes to create unique color combinations for your patterns in QuiltInk.

KITS PATTERNS

When a fabric shop sets up a Kit with your patterns in QuiltInk, users will have access only to a restricted selection of palettes for coloring. They can utilize the fabric shop who set up the kit public palettes and their own private custom palettes, which ensures they focus on using the fabric shop fabrics and any fabrics they have at home.

Thank you for using QuiltInk and exploring the custom palettes feature. We’re glad you’re enjoying it! If you have any questions, suggestions, or feedback to help us improve, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@quiltink.com or chat with us on Instagram (@quilt_ink). We value your input and are here to assist you. Happy coloring!

Custom Palettes & Printed Fabrics

Custom Palettes Usage

Fabric Shops in QuiltInk enjoy several advantages when it comes to custom palettes:

Create unlimited custom palettes: As a subscriber in QuiltInk, you have the freedom to create as many custom palettes as you need. This flexibility allows you to organize your printed fabrics effectively within the platform.
Upload unlimited printed fabrics: Within the custom palettes, you can upload an unlimited number of printed fabrics to color in QuiltInk. There are no restrictions on the number of fabrics you can upload, giving you ample space.
Make your custom palettes public. You can offer QuiltInk users the opportunity to color with the fabrics available in your shop. You have the option to make your custom palettes public, allowing users to access and use your fabrics for coloring. These public palettes will also be visible on your public profile page under the “Fabrics” tab, showcasing your fabrics to a wider audience.

Custom Palettes Essentials

Printed Fabrics.

Solids from QuiltInk Palettes.
Plain colors from a color wheel.

Please check the instructions below to see how to add each one of them to your Custom Palettes.

We strongly suggest taking care of your palettes and keeping them organized. This practice will make it easier to manage your printed fabrics and enhance the coloring process with the app.

Manage Custom Palettes

Create Custom Palettes

To create a new palette in QuiltInk, follow these steps:

Go to your profile page and click on the “My Palettes” button. This will take you to the page where you can manage all your palettes.
On the palettes page, locate the “+” icon at the top bar and click on it. This will open a pop-up window.
In the pop-up window, enter a name for your new palette. It’s recommended to choose a name that is consistent with your other palettes, making it easier to organize and identify them.
After entering the name, click on the “Create” button. This will add a new palette to your palettes list.

Basic/Super Palettes

The Basic palettes are the only type of palette available to basic users in QuiltInk. A basic palette allows for a maximum of 10 items, which can include printed fabrics, solids, or colors. If you created a palette before subscribing as a fabric shop, that palette will be considered your Basic palette. You can identify it by the person icon in the palette management section.

On the other hand, Super palettes are the palettes you can create after subscribing to a QuiltInk fabric shop plan. With a fabric shop subscription, you can create an unlimited number of Super palettes. These palettes have the capacity to accommodate unlimited printed fabrics.

If your first palette is created after subscribing as a fabric shop, all of your palettes will be considered Super palettes.

Only the Super palettes can be activated for public coloring.

Edit Custom Palettes

At the right side of each palette in your palettes list, you will see three icons with different functions:

Edit icon: Clicking on this icon will take you to the palette editing page. Here, you can add new printed fabrics/colors and make changes to the palette name. Refer to the instructions provided below to learn how to add new fabrics/colors.
Eye icon: The eye icon is used to set the privacy level of the palette. Click over the “eye” icon and the stage of privacy will change. There are three possible privacy levels:
- Crossed red: This indicates that the palette is not activated and cannot be used for coloring.
- Orange: The palette is activated for private usage. You can color with it, but other users cannot access or use it.
- Green eye: This indicates that the palette is active for public use. Any user can access and color with the fabrics/colors in this palette.
Delete icon: This icon allows you to remove a custom palette from your list. Whether it’s a Basic palette or a Super palette, clicking on the delete icon will permanently delete the selected palette.

Upload Printed Fabrics / Solids

Once you have created a custom palette in QuiltInk, you can start filling it with the printed fabrics and solids of your choice. To add different elements to your palette, follow these steps:

On the My Palette page, locate the “+” icon at the top bar and click on it. This will display three new buttons, each representing a different type of fabric or color you can add.

Photo camera icon: By clicking here you will be able to start uploading your printed fabrics swatches.

Palette icon: To add solids from QuiltInk Palettes to your palette.
3 circles icon: To add plain colors from a color wheel.
Bulk Upload: To upload multiple fabrics simultaneously.

PRINTED FABRICS

To upload your printed fabrics to QuiltInk, follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the photo camera icon. This will open a new page where you can upload your printed fabrics.
There are two ways to upload printed fabrics:
- Uploading from your files: Click on “Upload Image” and choose the image file from your computer or device.
- Uploading from an URL: If the swatch you want to upload is available on a website, visit that website and locate the image of the swatch. Right-click on the image (or long-press on mobile devices) and select “Copy Image URL” or a similar option. Make sure you copy the direct URL to the image itself, not the URL of the entire website page.
Once you have the swatch on the screen, you will be able to trim and adjust it to your desired look. Please note that all swatches uploaded to QuiltInk are square images. If you upload a non-square image, it will be automatically trimmed to a square shape.

Once you have uploaded the fabric swatch, you will need to fill in three required fields:

Fabric Name: Choose a name for the fabric swatch to classify and display it. The name can be related to the color, prints on the fabric, or any classification rule you prefer. This name will appear on the coloring page when you select this fabric.
Brand / Collection: This field allows you to classify your fabrics and provides a reference when exporting the list of fabrics used or checking your fabric used. The brand or collection name will appear on the coloring page below the fabric name. Please note that the name of the palette will not appear explicitly on the coloring page or in the exporting sheet.
Width of the Fabric Swatch: Specify the width of the fabric swatch you are uploading. This refers to the width of the actual piece of fabric in the image, not the width of the entire fabric. Most fabric swatches available for download from the web are typically 8″ to 12″ wide.

Finally, click “ADD” to add this fabric to your palette.

SOLIDS FROM QUILTINK PALETTES

To add solid colors that match real solid fabrics from different fabric companies to your custom palette, follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the palette icon. This will open a pop-up window.
In the pop-up window, choose the palette from QuiltInk palettes, referring to the collection and fabric company you want to pick the solids from.
From the list at the left, select the colors you want to add to your palette, and they will be added automatically. You have the option to add them all together by clicking the “ALL” button at the top bar.

SOLIDS FROM COLOR WHEEL

If you don’t find the color your are looking for in the QuitlInk palettes, you can add solids colors from a color wheel, to do so follow these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the 3 circles icon. A new page will open.
In the color wheel interface, you can choose the range of colors by clicking on the right bar. This will adjust the hue or color family of the displayed colors.
To select a specific color, click on the central square of the color wheel. This will allow you to pick your desired color by clicking on the desired hue within the square.
Fill in the “Name” and “Brand/Collection” fields for the selected color. These fields will appear at the coloring page when you select this color, helping you identify and reference it easily.
Finally, click “ADD” to add the selected color to your custom palette.

BULK UPLOAD

To upload multiple fabrics simultaneously, utilize a CSV file following these steps:

On the My Palettes page, click on the “+” icon and the cloud with and arrow icon. This action opens a new page where you can proceed with the following instructions:

- The CSV file must consist of 5 columns, each representing fabric features, with one row dedicated to each fabric.
- The header of each column must be: name, brand, sku, width, url.
- The SKU and URL for a fabric can be empty.
- If the URL is empty, you will need to upload the image later.
- The width of the fabric swatch should be in inches, allowing only numerical values and the decimal point (.) in the input.
- We recommend creating a spreadsheet as described above and saving it as a CSV file for a seamless upload to QuiltInk. Refer to the example below.
- You can also download our CSV template file set up with the 5 columns. Click here to download the file, open it with a spreadsheet, fill in the fabric data you want to upload, and save it as CSV again.
Ensure all fabrics display a green checkmark, indicating all fields are correct. If any fabric exhibits an issue, a red cross will appear, prompting you to rectify the file before re-uploading.
Once all fabrics display a green checkmark, click “Import,” and all fabrics will be successfully uploaded.

If certain fabric images couldn’t be uploaded using the CSV file, follow these steps to manually upload them:

Click on the cloud icon associated with the fabric requiring an image upload.
Proceed to upload the fabric image manually.

When you want to mix printed fabrics and colors in your palette, simply click on the “+” icon again, and a new page will open for the new option.

In the list of fabrics/colors in your palettes, you have several icons that will help you manage them:

3 lines icon: This icon allows you to drag and rearrange the fabrics/colors in the list, allowing you to change their order as desired.
Edit icon: The pencil icon enables you to edit the name and brand of printed fabrics and solid colors from the color wheel. However, this option is not available for solid colors from QuiltInk palettes, as they already have predefined names and brands.
Trash: The trash icon allows you to remove any fabric/color from the list.

When finishing adding fabrics/colors to your palette, click the “floppy disk” icon to save your palette. And remember to set up the privacity level you want for it at the “eye” icon at the right in the palettes list.

Public Custom Palettes

Once your custom palettes are ready, as a fabric shop in QuiltInk, you have the option to activate them for private or public coloring. However, please note that the Basic palette cannot be activated. It is the palette you created before subscribing to your fabric shop plan. If you didn’t create any palette before subscribing, all your palettes will be Super palettes and available to be activated. So, if you created a palette before subscribing to any plan in QuiltInk, this “Basic” palette cannot be activated for public use. You will need to create other palettes, known as “Super” palettes, from the first one.

The privacy level of your custom palettes can be adjusted using the “eye” icon located at the right side of each palette in your palettes list. This icon determines who can access and use the palette for coloring. Click over the “eye” icon and the stage of privacy will change. Here are the three possible privacy levels:

Crossed red eye: This indicates that the palette is not activated and cannot be used for coloring.
Orange eye: The palette is activated for private usage. You can color with it, but other users cannot see or use it.
Green eye: This indicates that the palette is active for public use. Any user can access and color with the fabrics/colors in this palette.

Color with your Custom Palettes

Once your custom palettes are ready, you can choose to activate them for private or public coloring. The privacy level can be adjusted using the “eye” icon, as mentioned before.

Both, private custom palettes and public custom palettes, will be visible at the palette icon of the coloring pages. When you open a coloring page, at the palette icon you will see:

At “QuiltInk Palettes”, there are the solid fabrics palettes uploaded by the QuiltInk team and sorted by collection and company.

At “My Palettes”, you will see your palettes with private use.
At “Shop/Designer Palettes” will be visible the custom palettes created by Designers and Fabric Shops and activated for public coloring.

You can select the specific palette you want to use, and its fabric/colors will be applied to your coloring page. It’s also possible to mix and combine different palettes to create unique color combinations for your patterns in QuiltInk.

KITS PATTERNS

When setting up Kits with patterns in QuiltInk, users will have access to a restricted selection of palettes for coloring. They can utilize your public palettes and their own private custom palettes, which ensures they focus on using your fabrics and any fabrics they have at home. For instructions on how to set up your Kits, please refer to the “Kits” tutorial.