# DartSide Pattern Drafting

> Mobile app for scanning, drafting, and exporting sewing patterns. (iPhone/iPad app by DartSide.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dartside-pattern-drafting/id6468904118 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DartSide](https://appshunter.io/developer/1710873576)
- Category: Graphics & Design
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.40/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2023-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dartside-pattern-drafting/id6468904118/reviews.md

## What is DartSide Pattern Drafting?

Scan your sewing patterns with your iPhone or iPad! DartSide is a sewing pattern editor that helps creators with the entire creation process: scanning, construction, industrializing, and exporting.


SCAN
Scan a paper pattern or a toiling fabric from an image:

•  Take a photo of a piece of the pattern
•  Correct the inevitable perspective distortions that come from taking a photo with a camera that isn’t exactly parallel with the pattern
•  Define the scale of your image
•  Add the photo to the background of your construction canvas
•  Lock the image, and use it as a guide to draw the vector contours of your pattern
•  Hide the image, so that it can be accessed later if you ever want to refer back to it


CONSTRUCTION
Draw the lines and curves of your patterns using your preferred method:
•  Draft your pattern from scratch within the app
•  Adjust a pattern that you’ve scanned from an image
•  Transform an existing pattern from your project list

Key functionality:
•  Draw and modify lines and curves freely on the screen with your finger or Apple Pencil 
•  Move any point by a specified direction and/or distance
•  Measure the length between any two points that are linked by a line or curve
•  Create a trace that can be used to simulate how it mounts with another part of the pattern


PIECES
You can industrialize all the pieces of your pattern to specify the cutting and the mounting of your model. 
•  Create a new piece by selecting a form you’d like to extract from your construction
•  Add indicators (notches, markers, fabric grain lines) to each piece
•  Define seam allowance sizes and corner types

EXPORT
You can export your patterns in PDF or SVG format. The exported pattern is the exact vector representation you see in Pieces Mode in the app. The exported pattern is compatible with vector drawing apps like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape. Once exported, you can use one of these tools to finalize the layout and style of your pattern.


Project Syncing
All your projects are automatically synced to the cloud, no need to remember to manually save to avoid losing your work.
The projects are linked to your user account, and can be accessed from multiple devices (iPhone or iPad).

DartSide Premium:
You can download and try DartSide for free, with the exception of exporting your patterns. To take your patterns even further, you can subscribe to a monthly auto-renewing subscription to unlock:
• Unlimited PDF exports
• Unlimited SVG exports

Exporting your pattern from DartSide opens up a number of possibilities depending on what other apps you use:
• Customize the layout of your pattern
• Create a cutting layout to print your pattern on your desired paper size
• Make your pattern downloadable on your website or online store

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• Your subscription renews automatically if you don't cancel it at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
• You can cancel your subscription at any time. To avoid being charged for an additional month, cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.
• You can manage your subscription in your devices Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.

Terms and conditions: https://dartside.app/p/terms/
Privacy policy: https://dartside.app/p/privacy/

For unlimited exports of your patterns as SVG or PDF, subscribe to an auto-renewing monthly subscription through in-app purchase
• You can cancel your subscription at any time from the list of subscriptions associated with your Apple ID in your device’s Settings app

We want DartSide to be the best possible partner for all of your pattern drafting needs. If you run into any problems, or have ideas for how things could be improved, we'd love to hear from you at contact@dartside.app !

## Key features

- Scan paper patterns or fabric
- Correct perspective distortions
- Draw and modify lines/curves
- Add notches and grain lines
- Define seam allowances
- Export in PDF and SVG formats
- Cloud project syncing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dartside-pattern-drafting/id6468904118/reviews.md

### 1/5 — useful for basics—if you wanna pay.

*2025-08-11*

Fairly predatory that the app doesn't tell you it won't let you export without the pro version till you try to do so. Leaves you with a design that's useless for anything other than looking at, which makes the app only really useful for trying out ideas on the go—except that it only allows for basic editing, so there isn't much room for that. They could at least let you do a trial export before asking you to commit.

### 1/5 — Design

*2025-04-13*

The icon didn’t let me draw lines, just dots.

### 1/5 — Not possible to confirm email

*2025-02-23*

Impossible to confirm the email address when creating an account. I received a confirmation email, but clicking on the link only takes me to the developers website. Impossible to login this way.

### 3/5 — Limited

*2025-02-18*

Missing a lot of basics. They should merge this app with fashion atelier

### 2/5 — Great concept, Needs work

*2024-10-08*

All I can say is I don’t think it’s finished.

### 2/5 — decent

*2024-07-15*

good basic stuff, completely useless if you want do do anything involving dart manipulation(funny considering the name) or any other slightly more complicated stuff. not sure if these issues are solved by buying premium or not

## Frequently asked questions about DartSide Pattern Drafting

### What is DartSide?

DartSide is a mobile application designed for scanning, drafting, and exporting sewing patterns. It helps creators manage the entire pattern creation process, from digitizing paper patterns to preparing them for production.

### Can I use DartSide to draw patterns from scratch?

Yes, DartSide allows you to draft your patterns from scratch directly within the app using your finger or Apple Pencil. You can also adjust patterns that you have scanned or imported.

### What file formats can I export my patterns in?

You can export your patterns from DartSide in both PDF and SVG formats. These formats are vector representations compatible with other design software like Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape.

### How does DartSide handle subscriptions?

DartSide offers a monthly auto-renewing subscription called DartSide Premium. This subscription unlocks unlimited PDF and SVG exports. You can cancel anytime, but must do so at least 24 hours before the current period ends to avoid charges.

### Does DartSide have ads?

Yes, DartSide contains advertisements. The app is free to download and use, but advertisements are present within the application.

### What devices is DartSide compatible with?

DartSide is available for iPhone and iPad devices. All your projects are automatically synced to the cloud and can be accessed across multiple devices linked to your user account.

### How often is DartSide updated?

DartSide was last updated on October 11, 2024, with version 1.1.1. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.

### What is the user rating for DartSide?

DartSide has a current rating of 1.5 stars based on 6 ratings. This indicates that users have generally had a negative experience with the app, which may be a factor to consider before downloading.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2024-10-11

Fixes a recurring crash in certain project configurations

### 1.1 — 2024-03-26

Pieces can now by flipped horizontally and vertically or mirrored around an axis of your choosing.

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 1.0 — 2023-12-18

No release notes.

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