You can take a picture, upload the image into the program, and then you can trace it using EasyDraw which is part of the program. If you use mainly straight lines, you should be able to create a paper pieced pattern. EQ8 is very fun and user friendly. Check out DoyouEQ.com and Onpointquilter.com. Kari Schell has great classes. Search for EQ8 on YouTube. This version is powerful, yet very user friendly.