How do you use EQ7?
12-01-2013, 10:25 AM
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Another satisfied EQ user here. I often see a block or a full sized quilt that I like and downsize and make different layouts with smaller pieces for my miniature work. This little quilt utilizes 1 1/2" blocks. Here's the EQ version and my finished product.[ATTACH=CONFIG]449447[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]449446[/ATTACH]
12-01-2013, 11:20 AM
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I'm sorry to disappoint anyone. . .I think it's the thought that I would not use it that drove the return. I make simple pieced quilts with the most basic quilting. I think I made the right decision, but I so appreciate all the advice and photos from you guys.
12-01-2013, 01:19 PM
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Well Lee, you never know, you may wear out QuiltPro and decide to upgrade! EQ is not for everyone, it has a pretty steep learning curve and can be more complex than a lot of users need. I've heard a lot of good stuff about Quilt Pro, I hope it works well for your needs.
12-01-2013, 01:33 PM
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I am at a point in my life right now where 1) income has dropped precipitously and 2), and my health has begun to give way. I am just trying to keep creating within my own parameters. I have so much fabric, so many things I have not tried... I will leave the really creative stuff to people who can awe me, and there are many of you on here!
12-01-2013, 04:58 PM
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I don't have EQ7...I have an earlier version. Is it worth the price DH paid for it at the time for the amount I use it? Probably not. That said, I have used it for various quilts and it has helped when I've seen a quilt I liked to be able to make up a pattern; calculate yardage; etc. I don't think the version I have (I think it's 5) is particularly intuitive either but it is a very powerful program. I've not used other quilting software so can't make any comparisons/judgements there either. And since I don't use what I have to it's potential, I've seen no need to upgrade either. Just another point of view.
12-01-2013, 06:30 PM
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I have EQ7 and have played around with it some, even made a couple blocks using it. It's on my to do list for this winter, learn more and use more. I have a friend who is quite good at it and loves to use it, so she inspires me.
I like it, had to have it, don't really use it, but might and might love it?? LOL
Would I buy it now? Probably not......
I like it, had to have it, don't really use it, but might and might love it?? LOL
Would I buy it now? Probably not......
12-02-2013, 12:47 PM
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I agree that EQ7 is not as intuitive as it could be. I too have a system development background, and I think EQ7 is difficult for me to navigate. It takes time and determination to use it. I now use it to design labels that I print out, and have lots of fun with it. I also use it for a monthly block exchange. You have to make the decision about the expense, but if you have the time, EQ7 is a good design tool.
EQ7 is not as intuitive as it could be and, even with the tutorials, is difficult to navigate because of that. Note that I wrote requirements for ordering and billing software, and wrote the user manuals for that same software, so I recognize 'intuitive' when I see it...and I don't see it in EQ7.
After all that, it is a useful tool. My granddaughter wants a snake quilt. I searched high and low for a pattern that wasn't too childish, and had zero luck. Finally, I took a block I found on EQ7, started playing with it, and suddenly, there was the quilt I was dreaming of making her! It's in progress now, and I aim to have it finished for Christmas!
So I have mixed feelings on EQ7, but overall am glad that I have it. However, if you are not computer literate or are intimidated with using a computer, it may not be the right tool for you.
After all that, it is a useful tool. My granddaughter wants a snake quilt. I searched high and low for a pattern that wasn't too childish, and had zero luck. Finally, I took a block I found on EQ7, started playing with it, and suddenly, there was the quilt I was dreaming of making her! It's in progress now, and I aim to have it finished for Christmas!
So I have mixed feelings on EQ7, but overall am glad that I have it. However, if you are not computer literate or are intimidated with using a computer, it may not be the right tool for you.
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