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UI Overview

Enhanced Homepage and File Management  We’re excited to introduce the new features and improvements in VStitcher 2025.1. This update focuses on a streamlined user experience ...
VStitcher User InterfaceOnboarding Map Using the Help Center Garment Creation Overview Browzwear File Types You are here: VStitcher User Interface N...
Lotta User Interface  Onboarding Map Using the Help Center Garment Creation Overview Browzwear File Types You are here: Lotta User Interface Openi...
Editing Numerical ValuesWhen working in VStitcher, you may want to edit the numbers for properties such as width, height, and position. The following features are...
Garment ProtectionNote This feature is an optional extra. For details contact [email protected]. If you have this feature, you can add a copyright notice...
Auto BackupThis feature automatically backs up a copy of the file you are working on, periodically - roughly every 60 seconds. If the application cra...
Main Menu OverviewThe VStitcher Main menu includes the following: File The File menu includes the following options: Option Description ...
Main Toolbar DetailsNote We are constantly updating and improving the user interface. As such, some icons in the software may display with slight differences ...
Horizontal Contextual Menu DetailsNote Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight differenc...
Resources Tabs Details  Note Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight diffe...
Context View Details  Note Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight diffe...
2D Window

2D Window DetailsNote Version 2023.2 includes slight changes to the user interface. The icons of the resources tabs are now displayed vertically on the lef...
2D Window GizmoNote Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight differenc...
Snapping Pieces During RotationNote Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight differenc...
Viewing the Inside of PiecesNote Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight differenc...
RulersYou can create and store rulers in VStitcher to document measurements of an edge or line, or multiple connected edges or lines. Rulers are...
2D MeasureAs of Version 2023.3, the 2D Measure tool includes various improvements that provide pattern makers with advanced 2D inspection capabiliti...
Using Smart GuidesSmart Guides are guidelines that display in the 2D window when you are moving a piece or internal element - such as artwork, or an interna...
Right-Clicking in the 2D WindowRight-clicking in the 2D window gives you quick access to context sensitive menus. For more information, expand the following: Right-...
GuidelinesThis feature allows you to create and move guidelines in the 2D window to help in garment creation. Guidelines are not part of any pattern...
ClosetThe closet: Stores garments that were simulated on your computer Gives you easy access to garments you have previously worked on Gi...
Deleting Garments from the ClosetYou can delete specific or all the garments from the closet. Version 2024.1: It is now possible to bulk delete garments in the closet. To ...
Viewing the Grain LineIn the 2D window, you can view the grain line of fabric. To view the grain line: Go to the 2D window. On the 2D window toolbar, click...
3D Window

3D Window DetailsNote Version 2021.3.1 includes the first part of a gradual user interface refresh. Icons in the software may display with slight differenc...
3D GizmoYou can use the 3D gizmo in the 3D window. For example: In Prepare mode to move pieces. Using the Gizmo in Prepare Mode Wit...
Custom Views in the 3D WindowIn the 3D window, you can: Save a custom view Select a previously saved custom view Import a custom view Export a custom view ...
3D AdjustmentsThis feature allows you to lengthen and shorten pattern pieces by dragging their unstitched edges in the 3D window, immediately seeing the...
Adjusting the 3D Window EnvironmentYou can configure the following aspects of the 3D environment to suit your requirements: Overall Environment You can choose the ov...
Parametric LightsNote Parametric Lights are available from Version 2023.2. In addition to the default HDRI lights, version 2023.2 supports Parametric Ligh...
Right-Clicking in the 3D WindowRight-clicking in the 3D window gives you quick access to context sensitive menus. Right-Clicking the Background Right-Cl...
V-Ray Real-Time Ray Trace RenderingThe application includes in-built integration with V-Ray. As well as providing another ray trace render engine to use with image or turnta...
Integration with the Unreal EngineThis feature allows you to export a file as a 3D object in the Datasmith format suitable for use with the Unreal engine. For example, you ...
Enhanced 3D Display with Unreal Engine2022.1 and Newer The integration of the Unreal engine enables very fast ray trace rendering and an improved 3D display that displays high ...
Tutorials

Tutorial 1 - Creating a Basic 3D GarmentThe best way to learn any software is to use it. This tutorial shows you how to create a basic garment - a t-shirt - using VStitcher. The ...
Getting the Right Fit - Overview  If the simulation of your garment doesn't give you the right fit, here is a selection of tips to help you. Check your clusters. Re...
Starting the TutorialTutorial Map You are here:Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece ...
Creating PiecesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial You are here: Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece ...
Trying a Different Pose  If using a parametric avatar, switching between different poses can help highlight fit issues that may not be apparent in the base pose...
Creating the Front Left PieceTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces You are here:Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece ...
Creating the Back Left PieceTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece You are here:Creating the Back Left Piece ...
Using the Pen Tool for a Perfect Fit  There are several ways to use the pen tool to help achieve a perfect fit. For example: In the 3D window, use the pen tool to mark dr...
Creating the Other SleeveTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece You are here:...
Reviewing the PiecesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Arranging the Pieces on the AvatarTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Preparing the Garment on the AvatarTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the PiecesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the Front and Back TogetherTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the Sleeves to the BodyTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the Sleeve Edges TogetherTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the Collar to the BodyTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching the Collar Edges TogetherTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Checking the GarmentTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Stitching in the 2D WindowTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Dressing the AvatarTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Creating Pieces Creating the Front Left Piece Creating the Back Left Piece Creating the ...
Tutorial 2 - Removing Seam Allowances From a DXF FileThe best way to learn any software is to use it. This tutorial shows you how to remove the seam allowance from a DXF file. Typically, when...
Starting the TutorialTutorial Map You are here: Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowance...
Importing the DXF FileTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial You are here:Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances...
Rearranging the Pattern PiecesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File You are here:Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances...
Removing Seam Allowances - An OutlineTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces You are here: Removing Seam Allowance...
Dealing With the CollarTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances - An Outline...
Dealing With the SleevesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances - An Outline...
Dealing With the Front and Back PiecesTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances - An Outline...
Saving the FileTutorial Map Starting the Tutorial Importing the DXF File Rearranging the Pattern Pieces Removing Seam Allowances - An Outline...
Videos

Onboarding VideosHere are onboarding videos for you to follow along, step by step. Note Where indicated, download the lesson file to your computer and unz...
3D Fitting Videos  This section includes a detailed video in two parts about 3D fitting: Part 1: Bra & Pants Part 2: Jacket & Leggings ...
Arranging Pattern PiecesThe following video gives you an introduction to arranging pattern pieces. This is also called arrange mode.
Attaching PiecesThe following video shows you the Attach feature in action.
Asset LibrariesThe following video shows you the Asset Libraries feature in action.
Creating Pattern PiecesThe following video shows you some of the ways to create pattern pieces.
Displacement MapsThe following video shows you the displacement maps feature in action.
DrawcordsThe following video shows you how to add drawcords to a garment. The following video shows you a complete workflow for adding a drawc...
Enhanced Seams and Stitch ConstructionThe following video is a deep dive into two features: enhanced seams and stitch construction.
Force MultiplierThe following video shows you the force multiplier feature in action.
Group, Lock, and HideThe following video gives you an introduction to the group, lock, and hide features.
HistoryThe following video shows you the History feature in action.
Introduction to StitchingThe following video shows you how to stitch pattern pieces. Tip The default setting for single stitches does not display a stitching dire...
Preparing a GarmentThe following video gives you an introduction to preparing a garment on the avatar. This is also called prepare mode.
Seamless DesignThe following video shows you seamless design in action.
Select ToolThe following video shows you how to use the Select tool.
Smart ButtonsThe following video shows you how to use Smart Buttons.
Texture ToolThe following video shows you how to use the Texture tool.
Using MaterialsThe following video gives you an introduction to applying material to garments.
VStitcher User InterfaceThe following video shows you the names of the key parts of the user interface.