Last updated on February 14th, 2023 at 01:44 pm
Learning a new skill can be overwhelming at times. It is almost like a foreign language: Xodo, Inkscape, PDF Stitcher, calibration, etc. Here you can find all the tutorials you need for projector sewing in one place! No more searching the internet, Facebook groups, or YouTube. Don’t see what you need? Contact me!
Projector Setup
Choose a Projector
There is no “one size fits all” for projectors. Everyone’s sewing room and needs are as unique as the individual. Find out how to choose a projector. Read More…
Mounting a Projector
Whether you need a portable setup or a permanent location for your projector, learn what mount options are available to you! Read More…
Ultra-Short Throw Calibration
Ten steps to calibrating an ultra-short throw projector for sewing. Specifically geared to UST. Read more…
Calibration: Mini Projector
“Calibrate” or find the zoom percentage in Adobe that will give you an accurately scaled pattern. Follow step-by-step to calibrate your projector. Read more…
Basics Tutorials
Simple Pattern Projector Tool Calibrates and Projects Sewing Patterns for FREE!
PDF Stitcher: Sewing Tutorial
How to Use Xodo For Pattern Projecting
How to Use a Phone for Pattern Projecting
How to Lengthen or Shorten a Pattern for Projector Sewing
How to Grade when Pattern Projecting
How to Digitally Scale Patterns for Projecting
How to Cut a Pattern that is Bigger than Your Projection
2 Absolutely Easy Ways Unlock Password-Protected PDF Sewing Patterns
Adobe Tutorials
Intro to Adobe for Pattern Projecting
Adobe Acrobat Comment Tool for Sewing Patterns
Digital Annotations Part II: Making Pattern Adjustments Using a Projector
How to Grade when Pattern Projecting
Tips for Using Adobe with Projector Patterns
How to Invert Colors in Adobe Acrobat Reader
How to Set Default Zoom in Adobe
How to Disable Acrobat Reader Update
Easily Access Layers in Adobe Acrobat Reader
Inkscape Tutorials
Affinity Designer Tutorials
Affinity Designer for Sewing 101: The Basics
Affinity Designer for Sewing 102: Basic Pattern Adjustments
How to Add Seam Allowance in Affinity Designer
Make Pattern Pieces from Cut Charts!
How to Measure Curves in Affinity Designer
How to Use the Knife Tool in Affinity Designer
Full Bust Adjustment in Affinity Designer 2
Affinity Designer 2 for Sewing 101: The Basics
How to Calibrate a Projector in Affinity Designer
Small Bust Adjustment in Affinity Designer
Clone Your Closet with a Projector: Pants!
Use Affinity Designer iPad to Elevate Your Sewing: Get Started
Transform Paper Patterns into Digital Patterns!
Is there some way to have a consult with you about using vintage B/W drafted pattern sketches? I want to scale them into something useable.
Hello! Thank you for your comment. I am not sure if I’d be the right person to help with this since I haven’t worked a lot with pattern sketches. But, you could probably use one of the ideas in this article to digitizing paper patterns to transfer your sketches to digital format. Feel free to email me at contact@projectorsewing(dot)com.
https://projectorsewing.com/digitize-pattern/
Sheredith, I’m so pleased to see your website grow. I’ve sent so many people your way. Your skill with software is so delightful. I zoomed a vintage pattern drawing in until it reached a close approximation to a pattern laying on my cutting mat. I made a toile and if fit beautifully. There are some amazing vintage drawings out in the world.
Thank you, Jen! I appreciate it! So glad to hear about your vintage drawing pattern; that is exciting!
I would love some help using Inkscape to do a full bust adjustment for a top in knit fabrics. I have been able to start doing this but there are a few issues I could do with help with. I am very willing to pay for a tutorial. Is there anyone who could help me?
Hello! I don’t currently have a tutorial out on this, but they are on my list! In the meantime, check out Marta’s videos on YouTube. She walks through a Full Bust Adjustment on a T-shirt in Inkscape: https://youtu.be/cbFdzSnVGpM