StitchBuddy can modify and convert embroidery files. Patterns can be flipped or rotated, thread colors can be changed and you can convert i. e. a PES file (used by Brother embroidery machines) into Janome‘s JEF format.

The functions in detail:

1. •reading Janome JEF and SEW, Brother PES, Melco EXP, Tajima DST and Pfaff VP3, KSM, PCS, PCQ (binary) and PCD embroidery files
   

2. •writing Janome JEF, Melco EXP, Tajima DST and Pfaff PCS embroideries, if required after converting from a different file format
   

3. •centering a design within its hoop
   

4. •changing colors of threads or complete color palettes and undo / redo changes
   

5. •extended color information (thread cards) are supported via external files (e. g. to color DST or EXP designs): Madeira, Sulky, Robison-Anton
   

6. •rotating embroideries in 45° steps or individually (any angle)
   

7. •flipping a design horizontically or vertically
   

8. •variable zooming the preview
   

9. •3D effects for a realistic preview (optional)
   

10. •displaying jump stitches and a grid (both optional)
    

11. •printing the embroidery including its size, the number of stitches and color information (3D effects, grid and jump stitches optional)
    

12. •copying the design as graphics (PDF, TIFF) and text into the clipboard to be used in other applications
    

13. •automatically check for updates (optional, requires internet connection)
    

14. •also: searchable help, configurable toolbar, multiple document windows
    

Additional information about the functions and their handling can be found in a PDF version of the online help.

License agreement

1. •StitchBuddy is shareware. You can evaluate the application and all its functions without limitations for free, but afterwards please register your copy and purchase a license code for USD 25 via PayPal.
   

Requirements

1. •Apple Mac OS X 10.5.1 (or newer) running on any PPC- or Intel-based Macintosh
   

Installation

1. •Download the current version of StitchBuddy.
   

2. •Unzip the archive.
   

3. •StitchBuddy can be copied to any folder. The application doesn‘t include the plugins StitchBuddy-QL and StitchBuddy-MD, it is recommended to install them separately.
   

Versions History

1. •2009/09/01    v1.2.1    Hidden scrollbars under Mac OS X 10.6 fixed.
   

2. •2009/08/09    v1.2       KSM, PCS, PCQ, PCD support.
   

3. •2009/05/01    v1.1       VP3 support, color palettes, variable rotations.
   

4. •2009/01/31    v1.0       First release.
   

Terms of use

1. •This software is provided „as is“ and any express or implied warranties, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are disclaimed. In no event shall the author or contributors be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, exemplary, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, procurement of substitute goods or services; loss of use, data, or profits; or business interruption) however caused and on any theory of liability, whether in contract, strict liability, or tort (including negligence or otherwise) arising in any way out of the use of this software, even if advised of the possibility of such damage.
   

2. •The software has to be registered for regular usage.
   

3. •It is not allowed to share a registered copy or the license code.
   

4. •The archive can be distributed as long as it is not modified and there is no charge for the distribution.
   

5. •These terms may be subject to change at anytime.
   

6. •Do not download the software unless you accept these terms of use.