Freehand Create

When using the Freehand Create functions Create Freehand Area or Line , Freehand Hole , Freehand Satin Area , Freehand Emboss Line  and Freehand MultiWave Line , the Freehand stitch objects are created by drawing outlines on the design.

Note: Outlines can be drawn by using a pen on a graphics tablet or by dragging with the mouse.

Select the desired line or fill and border type, then draw each individual object by drawing a continuous line. When the pen is lifted, or the mouse button is released, the object is completed. The next line drawn creates another new object. This continues until the function is deselected.

Note: Freehand Create provides a more natural drawing experience and is generally recommended.

Using the Freehand Create Functions

1. Set stitch options. See Select a Stitch Type.

2. Select the Freehand Create toolbar.

3. Click one of the Freehand Create functions.

4. Draw a line where you want to place the line of stitches.

5. When the line is complete, lift the pen from the tablet (or release the mouse button). The line of stitches appears.

6. Continue to draw as many areas or stitch lines as desired.

7. Control–click and choose "Finish..." to deselect the function.

8. If desired, Control–click the area or line in the work area or FilmStrip, and choose Properties to edit the properties in the Area Properties dialog.

Note: For example, you can change the motif used for any new motif lines, or adjust the points along the lines.

Point Create

Tie Offs and Trims Between Areas

Creating with Freehand and Point Create