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03-09-2011, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by BellaBoo
Many that say it's a waste seems to me are the ones that don't try to learn how to use it. I can adapt any quilt pattern or design a pattern in less time then it takes to search online for a pattern.
Thank you, I was begining to wonder just how difficult the program really was! lol I am still leaning towards getting EQ7!
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03-09-2011, 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by brushandthimble
EQ will give you the cutting directions, but does not give you any instructions for the construction of the quilt. You need to know how to put it all together. It is great for designing and auditioning fabrics.
03-09-2011, 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Lisa Marie
I have had EQ7 for over a year and very happy with the purchase. I also took a class on Quilt University for around $36 to learn how to use the program. It was well worth the time and money for the class it gave me a better understanding how to use the program. The class showed me all the possibilities the program offers.
Thank you so much, I will look into a class.
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03-09-2011, 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Lisa Marie
Some critics have said if you don't line up the metal piece with the last fabric cut your next cut is off. Some folks also complained that it was to heavy and you really need a dedicated place for it. I was very very close to buying one, I will be going to another quilt show in Sept if someone is there selling them again I might make the purchase. Just a lot of money to spend if folks don't think it is worth the money.
Lisa Marie
EQ7? If not EQ7 then what is heavy and needs a dedicated space? This is causing me confusion! lol
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03-09-2011, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by jitkaau
I have EQ5 and the best advantage that I find is that it can calculate the yardage needed for each colour etc, without you having to work it all out yourself. It basically saves time with drafting and calculating, for me. I haven't bothered to update it because it cost me $250 and I don't have the $$$ to be forking it out every couple of years.
That sounds promising! Thank you so much!
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03-09-2011, 05:38 PM
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I bought EQ5 several years ago. I love it. I can not justify upgrading though :( The fun thing about it is my 3 yr old boy thinks it is a game and is wanting to constantly play the quilt game. He has so much fun placing the blocks and recoloring them. (usually the same color for the whole block). I enjoy designing my own blocks and layout. Also getting an idea of how much fabric to buy. So if in your budget I say go for it. :D
03-09-2011, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Lisa Marie
Some critics have said if you don't line up the metal piece with the last fabric cut your next cut is off. Some folks also complained that it was to heavy and you really need a dedicated place for it. I was very very close to buying one, I will be going to another quilt show in Sept if someone is there selling them again I might make the purchase. Just a lot of money to spend if folks don't think it is worth the money.
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