***MAC users cannot attend this course as the software is only compatible with PC/Windows.***
Description:
This class is an introduction to the main features of Brother’s PE Design 11 “Photo Stitch” feature. We will discuss the following topics:
- Menus & Program Layout
- Stitch Types & Properties
- Removing busy backgrounds in photos (*I will show in photoshop)
- Setting up your file parameters for success
- Importing a photo for Photo Stitch
- Photo stitch settings and functions
- Photo Stitch #1 vs. Photo Stitch #2
- Ideal number of colors for photo stitch
- Best practices and tips for using Photo Stitch
- Exporting a design as a .PES file
***Out of respect to all attending, please make sure your computer has the software installed and is updated before coming to class.***
Supply List:
- Computer and mouse (mouse is needed, laptop touchpad will not work)
- Regular USB Stick (for class files, CANNOT use the PE software Dongle for your class files)
- Notebook and pen
- *PE Design 11 (Software Dongle USB needed)
Trial version found here: http://www.brother.com/common/hsm/ped11/ped11trial.html
(*There are software limitations, like “Saving” is disabled – please read trial version info on Brother’s site or synopsis below.)
The trial version of PE-DESIGN 11 does not have the following functions. Also, the trial version has less sample data than the product version.
Layout & Editing
- Saving a created data
- Transferring a design to a card, a USB media and a machine
- Transferring a design to a machine via wireless network
- Transferring a design by using the Link function
- Outputting Name Drop data
- Importing a design from a card or a machine
- Importing a design from a machine via wireless network
- Wireless network connectivity
- Exporting an FCM File
- Exporting a design into other formats
- Printing
- Converting TrueType Font to an embroidery pattern
The following applications and features are not available on the trial version of PE-DESIGN 11.
- Design Center, Programmable Stitch Creator, Font Creator, Design Database, Stitch Design Factory and Link
- Displaying the embroidery designs in PES format as thumbnails with File Explorer (Windows 10/8.1) or Windows Explorer (Windows 7)
***MAC users: This software is only compatible with PC/Windows.***
Class Cancellation Policy
To reserve a seat, all Pocono Sew & Vac classes must be paid in full upon registration. In the event that a student needs to cancel their reservation for a class, they should notify PS&V at least 7 days in advance (by phone) to be eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 7 days before class will not be issued a refund.
If a class does not have the minimum number of participants 7 days prior to class day, the teacher will cancel class. The customer will be fully refunded within 7 to 10 business days. Any questions call PS&V at 800-442-8227.
Some classes require homework to be done before class, such as cutting/prepping fabrics. If homework is required, it will be posted in the class description. Please read the class description thoroughly before signing up before a class. If homework is not done by the start of class, you will not be able to attend, and a refund will not be issued. If you have any questions regarding class homework, please call the store and we will be happy to help.