Mockupmonday #53

Are you using your summer break to plan your next #quilting projects? Quilting is the perfect tool for you to plan your next #quilt wherever you are, in the plane, the bus, the beach! Color everywhere and share your mock-ups created during your holiday! 

 

The #QInk_mockupmonday number 53 is here with 73 new mock-ups published in the #quiltinkwall during the lat 2 week! Don’t miss to share your #Quiltinkmockups and be part of our #quiltinkcommunity!

 

Patterns featured in this #reel are:

 

Cross Track by CMarie quilts

AMQG BOM 23 by Heahter Joyce

Blomma II by Sand and Start

NEw Moon by The  Hackney Quilter

Poppin’ Posies by The Retro Quilter

Cosmic Cactus by Lou Lou and Betty

Ida Jean by Sylvia Raschella

Geometree Boom by The Crafty Nomad

Whistle Stop and

Karnak by Tessellate Textile

Dejavu and

Deviate by Kiley Quilts Room

Bloem and

Static Age by Libs Elliott

Assemblage by Glad Hand Sews

Medusa and 

Zeus by The Plucky Stich

Fairy Rings by Due North Handmade

Big Sky Star,

Homestead Star,

Backcountry Star and 

Great Plains Star by Plains and Pain,

Sasanqua by Pin and Press,

Grid View by Zahm Co,

Floyd,

Sky Cabin,

Gambit,

Open Road,

Garden Glow,

New Years Kiss and 

Joplin by Toad and Sew

Not Just CurvesBom 2023 by Jenny Haynes @pappersaxten

Music by SonerCeyhan from Pixabay

Submit a pattern

In this tutorial, you will find out how to prepare your diagram files to submit them to QuiltInk, as well as the step by step process to make the submit.

 

When you upload your coloring sheets to QuiltInk, the process of adapting them to the platform is not automatic. Our QuiltInk team carefully prepares your diagrams to ensure they are suitable for the platform. We refer to these prepared diagrams as “skeletons,” which are blank templates ready to be hosted by QuiltInk. These skeletons serve as the foundation for the color layouts that QuiltInk users will create based on your patterns.

 

Ideally, if you have your graphics in a vectorial file format such as AI (Adobe Illustrator) or SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics), it greatly assists us in creating the skeletons for your patterns. Vectorial files provide flexibility and allow for optimal adaptation. However, if you don’t have your graphics in a vectorial format, there’s no need to worry! We can still create the skeletons based on the images (JPEG or PNG) you provide.

 

Our team ensures that the skeletons accurately represent your patterns and are compatible with the QuiltInk platform. We take care of the technical aspects, allowing you to focus on providing an excellent coloring experience for QuiltInk users.

 

Submiting the pattern is the first step of setting up your patterns in QuitlInk, for more info about the other steps of the process, please check this tutorial.

 

"Set up your patterns" Tutorial

Preparing your files

Before submitting a pattern to QuiltInk, we recommend following this guide to prepare your files. By providing properly edited files, you can expedite the process of creating skeletons for your patterns. Regardless of the design software you use, please follow these simple steps:


  • Use only closed shapes. Please don’t use open lines to create the shapes. 
  • Remove any stroke from the shapes, using only fill colours.
  • Send all the shapes filled in the same colour. You will create the different colour layouts once the pattern is uploaded and we set up the skeletons in Quiltink.
  • Check that all the shapes are one next to the other, avoiding blank areas between them
  • Place all the shapes in one layer, please don’t duplicate shapes.
  • If you are sending several quilt sizes, make one file per size, naming each file with the corresponding quilt size.

Since the file in .svg format (vectorial) help us to create your “skeletons”, if you are willing to submit your pattern files in SVG format, here are some instructions on how to export your files in SVG format based on the design software you use. If you are using a different software, please export your files in PDF format instead.

 

If you are unable to provide SVG files, you can send your pattern files in image formats such as JPG, PNG, or TIFF. Our team will review the files and determine the best approach for creating your skeletons based on the provided images.


Remember, the goal is to provide clear and high-quality files that enable us to create accurate skeletons for your patterns. If you have any questions or need further assistance with file preparation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Exporting from Inkscape

Inkscape is a freeware tool that already works in svg format. So there is no need to export it. You just send the file saved in the regular way.

Exporting from AI or InDesign

To save your artwork as SVG, choose File > Export > SVG (svg). Check “Use Artboards” to export the contents of your artboards as individual SVG files. Make sure that the name of each artboard is the quilt size of the layout in it.

InDesign does not export to SVG directly. Export your shapes to PDF, open that in Illustrator and save your SVG from there.

Exporting from Quilt Assistant

Go to File – Print Preview. Check the Design box and both options shown in the image below. Then Print. In the printer dialog select “save as a pdf”. 

Exporting from EQ8

You only need to print a pdf from the “quilt worktable”. Click “print & export”, then “block” on the right side.

This dialog box pops up. On page set up change the measurements of the page to the quilt size. Select “outline drawing” and the settings shown here.

The rest of the process is exactly like any other pdf printing. You just need to select PDF as the printer.

Submitting your design

Once you have your files ready, it’s time to submit them! It is quite simple to do. Here is a step by step explanation:

1.

On the main page, go to your profile page

2.

Click on Manage Patterns button, near the profile infomation.

3.

Click on “+” icon at the top bar.

4.

Fill in the form with the information requested:

  • Name: The name of the pattern displayed in Quiltink when published.
  • Technique: Traditional, Fpp…
  • URL: Link to your shop where the pattern is for sale.
  • Description: Information about the pattern pattern, like level rate, design inspiration…
  • FIles: By clicking to the “Add files +” button you will be able to select the files you want to send us from your computer.
  • Add any comments you think are important for us to create the skeletons”.

Once you have finished, Submit the pattern. 

When you submit a pattern to QuiltInk, it will be automatically added to your patterns list on the Manage Patterns page in the “Inactive” mode. However, please note that the diagrams needed to set up your pattern will not be immediately available.

Once we receive your submitted pattern files, our team will begin working on creating the skeletons for your patterns. This process typically takes around 1-2 days to complete. We will notify you as soon as the skeletons are ready and uploaded to the QuiltInk platform. You will then be able to set up the color layouts for your patterns and make them available for coloring by QuiltInk users. We appreciate your patience during this process, and if you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. 

 

If you have any questions or concerns related to submiting your pattern to QuitlInk 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: Zeus

Title: Zeus

Designer: The Plucky Stitch

Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing

Sizes: 1

Colour Layouts in QuiltInk: 2

The Zeus quilt by Carrie from The Plucky Stitch, is a stunning #foundationpaperpiecing #quiltpattern you can plan with QuiltInk. It’s the 3th pattern Carrei has uploaded to quiltInk and they are all amazing, you need to check them out! 
 
This pattern is  to make the Zeus Quilt in one size, 40″x40″. It’s Moderately difficult and the pieces are assembled using rectangle sections. Play with color to get your unique version!
 
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 and start coloring. You will be able to save your #mockups and share them into our public Wall.

Music by OYStudio from Pixabay

New Pattern: Sasanqua

Title: Sasanqua

Designer: Pin and Press

Technique: Curvet piecing and HST

Sizes: 3

Colour Layouts: 1

New designer in QuiltInk!!🎉🎉🎉👇🏻
 
Today is the release day for the #sasanquaquilt #pattern designed by Jennifer from Pin and Press, and we are really happy to welcome her with this amazing pattern full of color possibilities!
 
Sasanqua, inspired by the trees and blossoms of the same name that I can see through the window where I see, is an intermediate skill level #quiltpattern that uses curved blocks and #halfsquaretriangles to create a stunning design that looks great in prints, solids, or a combination of both. The pattern includes instructions for baby, small throw, and large throw sizes.
 
Visit Jennifer website to know more about the Jennifer’s work and to get you copy of this wonderful pattern.

Music:Music_Unlimited from Pixabay

Mockupmonday #52

New #QInk_mockupmonday is here with 75 #mock-ups made by our users during the last 2 weeks. Pot some color to your life and get inspired with the amazing unique quilt #mockups from the #quiltinkusers!

 

If you are not yet a member of our community, go to register now for free and start coloring and shoring your digital #quilt #coloring.

 

Patterns featured in this video are:

 

Creppy Eyes by Amarar Creacions

Solar Phases by Bookends Quilting

Dejavu by Kileys Quilt Room

Tor by The Hackney Quilter

Isla Row of the Month by Julia Wachs Designs

Blomma II by Sand & Stars

Atomic Bombshell by Tamarinis

Great Plains and

Big Sky Star by Plains and Pine

Cross Track and

Forest Flowers by Cedar Quilt Co.

Booths Corner,

Grove and

Floyd by Toad and Sew

Tiger and

Horse by ThePluckyStitch

Ella Jane by Crafty Moose Quilts

Whistle Stop and

Karnak by Tessellate Textiles

Grid View by Zahm Co

Fairy Rings by DueNorthHandmade

Geometree Bom by The Crafty Nomad

Music by Music_Unlimited from Pixabay

New Pattern: Horse

Title: Horse

Designer: The Plucky Stitch

Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing

Sizes: 1

Colour Layouts in QuiltInk: 2

Do you like figurative #foundationpaperpiecing quilt patterns? You have to meet the Horse quilt by Carrie from The Plucky Stitch. Don’t miss this amazing pattern full of color possibilities!


This pattern is the Tiger Quilt to make a twin size blanket, 60″x80″. It’s Moderately difficult and the pieces are assembled using rectangle sections. The pattern can be made in different colors.


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, visit www.quiltink.com, register for free and start coloring. You will be able to save your #mockups and share them into our public Wall.

Music by SergePavkinMusic from Pixabay

New Pattern: Fairy Rings

Title: Fairy Rings

Designer: Due North Handmade

Technique: Curve piecing

Sizes: 3

Colour Layouts in QuiltInk: 8

In 2 days will be the release day for the Fairy Rings #quiltpattern by Kate from Due North Handmade. It’s been just activated in QuiltInk and you can start planning your version! It’s an amazing pattern full of color possibilities!

 

The #fairyringsquilt design is a twist on the traditional double wedding rings quilt pattern. It is rated for the intermediate sewist and above, but a confident beginner who is not daunted by the gentle curved piecing can be successful creating this quilt as well. It comes in 3 sizes: Mini, Mini-alternate, Lap and Throw. The 12″ block in groups of four creates the main design and allows you to adapt the project to your desired size.

 

Visit Kate’s website to pre-order your kit with the templates and be ready for the big release day!

Music by RomanSenykMusic from Pixabay

New Pattern: Tiger

Title: Tiger

Designer: The Plucky Stitch

Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing

Sizes: 1

Colour Layouts in QuiltInk: 3

Meet the new designer in QuiltInk! She is Carrie from The Plucky Stitch and she designs amazing Foundation Paper Piecing patterns. Don’t miss her work because it’s amazing!

 

This pattern is the Tiger Quilt to make a twin size blanket, 40″x49″. It’s Moderately difficult and the pieces are assembled using rectangle sections. The pattern is to make it in 5 colors and the tiger is purposefully not symmetrical to give him a realistic look.

 

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 and start coloring. You will be able to save your #mockups and share them into our public Wall.

Music by Roybushband from Pixabay

Mockupmonday #51

We wish you a very good week with this new #QInk_mockupmonday, set up with the 57 #mock-ups published by the #quiltinkusers during the last 7 days. Don’t miss any of them because they are all amazing!! 

 

Patterns featured are:  Forest Flowers by Cedar Quilt Co

Static Age by Libs Elliott

Great Plains Star by Plains and Pine

Cosmic Waterfall by Sewing though Fog

Lava Blooms by Sylvia Raschella

Joplin by Toad and Sew

Christmas Chaos, 

Deviate and 

Jamais Vu by Kiley’s Quilt Room

Isla row of the Month by Julia Wachs Designs

Blooma II by Sand & Stars

Geometree BOM by The Crafty Nomad

Sasanqua by Pin and Press

Karnak by Tessellate Textiles

Grid View by Zahm Co

 

Music by Roybushband from Pixabay

New Pattern: Grid View

Title: Grid View

Designer: Zahm Co

Technique: Traditional piecing

Sizes: 3

Colour Layouts: 3

It’s release day for the Grid View pattern by Katie from Zahm Co, and you can plan your version with QuiltInk! Don’t miss this amazing modern style pattern!

 

Grid View Quilt Pattern – it’s the plaid quilt you didn’t know was missing from your quilt pattern library. If you need to whip out a baby or small throw quilt over the weekend, this is the quilt for you! A beginner-friendly quilt pattern that helps you master three popular piecing techniques: strip piecing, chain piecing, and nesting seams. It comes in 3 sizes: Baby, Small Throw, or Twin Size and it’s yardage friendly for easy strip piecing. It includes Video Tutorial and Blog Posts.

 

Visit Katie website to know more about the pattern and get your copy. And remember to share your #quiltinkmockups in the #quiltinkwall and be part of our #quiltinkcommunity!

Music by Artem Hramushkin from Pixabay