Sewing Patterns vs Sock Pattern Architect

Have you ever tried going on a shopping spree for new fabrics (in physical stores or online), only to feel completely lost by not knowing exactly how you would use that nice-looking piece of fabric, and end up purchasing the wrong thing - or purchasing the right thing, but in the wrong quantity - or worse, still: Leaving empty-handed? If your answer is "yes", then Sewing Patterns will be your indispensable companion in the future. The inspiration in the form of your pattern library is right at your fingertips, wherever you go, and you can easily make sure that you purchase the right fabric in the right quantity - and with the right accessories. The app also helps you find inspiration on how to best make use of your current stash of fabric. The app lets you gain the perfect overview in a single place, whether your patterns are purchased, found in magazines, or your own creations entirely. You can categorize your patterns based from standard garment types, or create as many of your own categories as you like. You can have your patterns sorted alphabetically, by most recent usage, or in any particular order you like. Each pattern can be associated with as many categories as you wish. It is entirely up to you how many details you want to register for your individual patterns, but the more details you supply, the more help you will find in the built-in filtering function. When browsing your patterns, only the filled-in information is shown, so you won't have to deal with lots of empy fields. Using the camera, you can supply your pattern details with pictures of the model, the instructions, or perhaps of the finalized garments. You can add as many pictures and PDF files as you like, both for your categories, your patterns and your fabric. Use the Filter function if you need to search for a specific pattern in your pattern library, or just need inspiration for your next project, based on a specific piece of fabric. In all aspects, Sewing Patterns is an indispensable app, for the experienced seamstress and the newcomer alike!

Knit socks to your measurements Whether you’re knitting for yourself, family or friends, Sockenrechner creates personalised knitting instructions based on your measurements and your own stitch and row gauge. Plan your next pair to suit the wearer’s feet and your chosen stitch pattern. From gauge swatch to finished toe Enter your stitch and row gauge along with the leg and foot measurements. Choose your stitch pattern, cuff style, heel and toe. The app calculates the stitch and row counts and guides you through each part of your sock: cuff, leg, heel, foot and toe. Not sure which heel or toe to choose? Sockenrechner suggests suitable styles based on your measurements and the selected foot shape. Accept a recommendation or choose another style yourself. As much detail as you need Choose the level of detail that suits your knitting experience: • Detailed: Full explanations of the individual steps. • Normal: Concise instructions with the essential information. • Brief: Abbreviated instructions for experienced knitters. Keep measurements ready for the next pair Create profiles for the people you knit for and reuse their measurements for a new calculation. Simply enter the gauge for your new project. You can edit saved measurements at any time. Find your favourite instructions again Save completed knitting instructions in your archive under a name of your choice. Open them later, rename them, replace them or delete them. Saved instructions retain their original values, even if you change the person’s measurements later. Create a PDF of your instructions to print or share. Plan on your iPhone, knit from your iPad With iCloud, your saved measurement profiles and knitting instructions are available on your devices signed in to the same iCloud account. Changes also appear while the app is open. Practical help while you knit • Choose to keep the screen awake so your instructions stay visible while knitting. • Apply an additional adjustment for your personal knitting tension, whether you tend to knit loosely or tightly. • Consult the built-in user guide for help with taking measurements and using the app. • Use the app and knitting instructions in English or German. Plan your next pair with your own gauge, your measurements and instructions tailored to your knitting experience.