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Originally Posted by hoppyfrog
I'm taking a class right now for EQ7. It's on the Quilt University site. I think the next on starts in May. The price is around $35.00 and it's the best money I've spent in a long time. I knew nothing about the program and now after two (there's 4) lessons I can make blocks, set quilt layouts, change colors etc. There's a forum for questions and the teacher, Fran, answers them quickly. Check it out, it's fun.
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I got mine at the quilt in a day website for $132.97 about a month ago. But I looked for it on there a few minutes ago and they don't seem to have it anymore. Sorry! :thumbdown: :thumbdown:
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Originally Posted by 3TreeFrog
Hello everyone
Can you tell me if the program is of value to purchase or should I simply continue doing my quilts the way that I have been, either by patterns from the web, through this board or through classes? I mean it only takes 3 classes to cover the cost of the program. Thanks for your valuable input! TreeFrog :) |
I'm not real knowledgable with all it will do. Someday I'll spend more time playing with the program. I consider it a game-type program. It's fun playing with the blocks and colors.
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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.
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EQ is a software program, no cutting fabric on it..
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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This looks good for paper piecing,but I'm on iMac....& the program requires Windows.
Originally Posted by peacebypiece
Similar software for free:
go to www.cosman.nl/forum. There is a free software called Quilt Assistant that is very similar to EQ. |
I looked at it also and love it. May have to save my money. Thanks for the info
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Originally Posted by susanwilley
Originally Posted by 3TreeFrog
Originally Posted by susanwilley
I have been wanting the EQ7, but don't want to spend that kind of money. I recently bought the Quilt Wizard which is made by Electric Quilt. I really like it and imagine I would have loved the EQ7. But I only paid 16.97 for this one on Ebay and I am very happy with it.
And what is Quilt Wizard? What does it do? TreeFrog Thank you for the link, I am there right now! I will let you know what I think of that, however I still think that I might get EQ7 TreeFrog Here is a link. http://www.quiltdesignwizard.com/qdw/default.asp Check it out. I am very new to quilting so it does just what I need it do for now. I just love it. I have designed three quilts and have had it for about a week. It's really easy to use. |
Originally Posted by plainpat
This looks good for paper piecing,but I'm on iMac....& the program requires Windows.
Originally Posted by peacebypiece
Similar software for free:
go to www.cosman.nl/forum. There is a free software called Quilt Assistant that is very similar to EQ. TreeFrog |
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! TreeFrog |
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.
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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. TreeFrog |
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 TreeFrog |
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! TreeFrog |
You can log on to the Quilt University class anytime...the only thing is they close the class 2 weeks after the last class. You can print or save the lessons to your computer for future reference.
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I had EQ6 and didn't like it so I sold it. LucyInTheSky posted a tute the other day on using Excel. I prefer it, it's more fun.
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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
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I would like to buy one but am limited on funds I am disable if anyone has a good deal on one let me know. email me patben@comcast,net. Thank You Pat
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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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Originally Posted by Pattyjo7686
I would like to buy one but am limited on funds I am disable if anyone has a good deal on one let me know. email me patben@comcast,net. Thank You Pat
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Originally Posted by hoppyfrog
I just received an e-mail from EQ. They are discounting the EQ7 upgrade for people who own EQ6. Also there's a special offer for EQ5 owners "They want you back" as the ad says.
Talk me into it! |
I had 5 and loved it (maybe I skipped over the bugs) but 7 is better and definitely worth it. At the time I got mine, the "upgrade" price wasn't any better than the full price but it was before it came out and a lot of stores had great preorder deals. I think it was around $142 so not far from what you've been offered.
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Originally Posted by Busy Bee
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
Sounds good to me, I guess if you watch your 3 year old, you might learn something from him! lol Tree Frog |
Originally Posted by gale
I had 5 and loved it (maybe I skipped over the bugs) but 7 is better and definitely worth it. At the time I got mine, the "upgrade" price wasn't any better than the full price but it was before it came out and a lot of stores had great preorder deals. I think it was around $142 so not far from what you've been offered.
You know I am not going to tell you what I paid for my photo editing program, so this price really isn't that high! I am going to order it from a neighborhood province! TreeFrog |
Originally Posted by Pattyjo7686
Originally Posted by Pattyjo7686
I would like to buy one but am limited on funds I am disable if anyone has a good deal on one let me know. email me patben@comcast,net. Thank You Pat
Wish I could help! TreeFrog |
There was some information and a free webinar awhile back at the QuiltingCoach.com. Sign up for e-newsletter to keep updated on her webinars.
Pam M |
It's nice, but I don't use mine very much. Have yet to design a quilt on it....
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Originally Posted by milp04
There was some information and a free webinar awhile back at the QuiltingCoach.com. Sign up for e-newsletter to keep updated on her webinars.
Pam M Thanks, I just opened that site in an other tab! TreeFrog |
Is the EQ7 upgrade any good you can get it on ebay half the price???
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The upgrade is the same as the full program, only you have to have EQ6 to upgrade.
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Originally Posted by ksea
Originally Posted by 3TreeFrog
Hello everyone
Can you tell me if the program is of value to purchase or should I simply continue doing my quilts the way that I have been, either by patterns from the web, through this board or through classes? I mean it only takes 3 classes to cover the cost of the program. Thanks for your valuable input! TreeFrog |
Originally Posted by Annya
Originally Posted by ksea
Originally Posted by 3TreeFrog
Hello everyone
Can you tell me if the program is of value to purchase or should I simply continue doing my quilts the way that I have been, either by patterns from the web, through this board or through classes? I mean it only takes 3 classes to cover the cost of the program. Thanks for your valuable input! TreeFrog I ordered my copy of EQ7, and should be getting it any day now! I just cannot wait to get it. I have an idea for a quilt and can't wait to see how it turns out. What I can't wait to see is what it will look like with different colors! TreeFrog |
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