Shiwen | Create Patterns from Any Image
Shiwen is a pattern maker for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Import a photo, doodle, fabric, letter, or everyday texture, then move the sampling frame to generate kaleidoscope patterns, symmetrical designs, repeat patterns, mandalas, and seamless tiles in real time.
From sampling and symmetry to styles, cutout, tiled previews, and high-resolution PNG export, Shiwen brings the pattern design workflow into one studio.
【TURN IMAGES INTO PATTERNS】
Import from Photos or capture with the camera. Move the sampling frame to discover new combinations. Photos, illustrations, traditional motifs, natural textures, and handmade artwork can all become pattern designs.
【18 PATTERN STRUCTURES】
Explore 18 structures based on symmetry, rotation, reflection, and staggered arrangements. The same image can become entirely different kaleidoscope and repeat patterns.
New: Eightfold mirror, Nested mirror, and Seam-fold band for denser reflection, nested tiling, and folded ribbon repeats.
【FLEXIBLE LIVE SAMPLING】
Drag the sampling frame and adjust width, height, rotation, and output size independently. Every change appears instantly. On iPad and Mac, use − / + for precise steps. Optional tile guides help you inspect each repeat boundary.
【ONE-TAP CUTOUT】
Remove the background from a finished pattern or source image. Start with one-tap cutout, then refine with brush, eraser, and invert. The result keeps the original colors and resolution — only the background becomes transparent.
【VISUAL STYLES】
Apply Watercolor, Oil Paint, or Rubbing textures, plus Black & White, Blue, and Vintage Film. Keep the original colors or give the same pattern a new mood.
【SEAMLESS REPEAT PREVIEW】
Preview the unit tile and the complete tiled result. Use full-screen view to inspect rhythm, boundaries, and composition for seamless patterns, wallpaper, and surface design.
【AI HD ENHANCEMENT】
Improve small or blurry sources with AI HD so repeats and high-resolution exports keep more detail. Enhance first, then cut out, so the transparent result stays sharp.
【HIGH-RESOLUTION PNG EXPORT】
Export a normal PNG, an AI HD image, or a transparent cutout — as a unit tile or a complete pattern. Use them for textiles, packaging, wallpaper, stickers, illustration backgrounds, and journaling.
【LOCAL GALLERY】
Source images, saved patterns, and cutout elements are organized separately. Reopen a material to keep editing, save, or share.
No account is required. Your images, patterns, and edits stay on your device.
【IDEAL FOR】
• Pattern and surface design
• Textile, fabric, and print
• Packaging, wallpaper, and stickers
• Illustration backgrounds and textures
• Mandala, kaleidoscope, and symmetrical art
• Transparent elements and collage
• Creating on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
【SHIWEN PRO】
Shiwen Pro is available as a lifetime purchase or a monthly or annual subscription. Pro unlocks AI HD, one-tap cutout, Eightfold / Nested / Seam-fold structures, high-resolution PNG export, and additional creative features.
Subscriptions renew automatically and are managed through your Apple ID. View, change, or cancel them in Settings → Apple Account → Subscriptions. Previous purchases can be restored in Shiwen.
Terms of Use (EULA)：https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy：https://alinefan.github.io/shiwen-privacy/
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