For Fashion Designers

Digitize your Patterns
in Minutes, not Hours

Speed up your Illustrator workflow with PatternScan Pro and focus on what you love - designing.

Photograph your paper pattern and get an automatically scaled digital version.

  • Export to Illustrator or CAD Software
  • Build your digital pattern library
  • Collaborate remotely
  • Make creative paper workflows efficient
How it Works

From Photo to Digital Pattern

PatternScan Pro detects your pattern automatically, scales it precisely, and lets you make adjustments with ease.

Photograph Your Pattern

Place your pattern on a dark surface and photograph it from above. Position the checkerboard reference next to it – PatternScan Pro uses it to automatically scale and correct perspective.

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Guide: Printing and Using the Reference Sheet

Refine Contours if Needed

PatternScan Pro detects contours automatically. If needed, adjust individual control points with a few clicks. All lengths and angles are displayed in real time.

Export as SVG, DXF, or PACX

Export your pattern with one click as SVG, DXF, or PACX – ready for Illustrator, Grafis, CLO3D, and other CAD software.

Ways to Use Your Digital Pattern

Use your digitized patterns for various workflows – from grading to 3D visualization.

Vector Editing & Grading

Take your patterns straight into Adobe Illustrator for grading, or use any vector editing software for pattern modifications and design development.

CAD Software Integration

Seamlessly import into GRAFIS, CLO 3D, and other industry-standard platforms with perfect scaling and precision using DXF.

Digital Pattern Library

Build your own digital pattern archive. Organize by season, client, or style - track changes and never lose a version again.

Team Collaboration

Send precise digital patterns to remote team members or contractors. What was once physical becomes perfectly shareable - with exact measurements and scaling.

Precise Results Through Camera Calibration

PatternScan Pro uses advanced camera calibration to ensure your digitized patterns match real-world measurements with high precision.

Camera Calibration

Every camera has different characteristics. Create a calibration profile for your device to achieve precise results – whether you're using a smartphone or DSLR camera.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

How to interact with the app

PatternScan Pro in Action

This tutorial shows you how to digitize your pattern and use PatternScan Pro's editing features.

How to use PatternScan Pro
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Questions & Answers

Have more questions? Feel free to contact us.

What is PatternScan Pro and who is it for?

PatternScan Pro is a web app for automatic digitization of paper sewing patterns. The application is perfect for anyone who wants to digitize their paper patterns – from hobby sewers to professional studios.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

How do I get started with PatternScan Pro?

Getting started is easy: First, create an account, then perform the calibration of your camera, photograph your pattern, let it digitize automatically, and finally export it in your preferred format.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Which image formats and file sizes are supported?

PatternScan Pro accepts the most common image formats JPEG, PNG, and HEIC. The maximum file size is 15 MB, and image dimensions should be between 300 and 10,000 pixels.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Do I need special equipment or is my smartphone enough?

Your smartphone is perfectly sufficient! For professional workflows, you can optionally use a DSLR camera, but for most use cases, a modern smartphone already delivers excellent results.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Do I need additional paid software to use my patterns?

No, you don't need any additional paid software! PatternScan Pro automatically creates export-ready files that you can download and use directly. PNG files can be used as schematics, SVGs can be printed and opened in free apps like Inkscape or Affinity. Only if you want to further edit your patterns in professional CAD software like CLO3D or Grafis, you simply choose the appropriate format when exporting.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

How do I photograph my pattern for best results?

For optimal results, you should ensure even lighting without harsh shadows, place your pattern on a high-contrast surface (for example, white paper on a dark table), and photograph from directly above so the perspective is correct.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

What is the checkerboard pattern and what do I need it for?

The checkerboard pattern is your scale reference for precise digitization. It serves two purposes: First, you place it in every photo so PatternScan Pro can capture the correct measurements of your pattern. Second, you use it once to calibrate your camera to capture your device's optical properties.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

How accurate are the digitized patterns?

The accuracy of your digitized patterns depends on several factors. Critical are the quality of your photos (lighting, sharpness, and perspective), the correct execution of camera calibration, and the precise placement of the checkerboard pattern with each photo.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Do I need to create a separate calibration profile for each smartphone/camera?

Yes, each device has different optical properties such as focal length and distortion, which is why a separate profile is necessary for each device. The good news: Once created, your profile is permanently usable and you can use it for all future projects with that device.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Can I edit the detected contours afterwards?

Absolutely! PatternScan Pro offers comprehensive editing capabilities. You can precisely adjust Bezier curves with control points, measure lengths and angles with the measurement tools, and use the undo/redo function at any time to reverse or restore changes.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

In which formats can I export my patterns?

PatternScan Pro supports four professional export formats. SVG is ideal as a vector graphic for Affinity, Illustrator or Inkscape, PNG works as a raster image format for presentations and documentation, DXF is the universal CAD format for programs like Grafis, AutoCAD, or Lectra, and PACX is the native CLO3D format with fully editable curves.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Can I cancel my subscription at any time?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription at any time before the renewel of your subscription.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

My pattern isn't being recognized correctly – what can I do?

If your pattern isn't being recognized correctly, it's usually due to photo quality. Ensure even lighting without harsh shadows, use a high-contrast background, avoid blurry or shaky photos, and make sure the checkerboard pattern is correctly placed in the image. Please contact us if you need support.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

Which browsers are supported?

PatternScan Pro works optimally with Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. Safari is currently not supported. You'll automatically receive a warning if your browser is not supported. You can use MacOS, Windows or Linux.

Guide: Creating a Calibration Profile

Learn how to create accurate calibration profiles

Guide: Print and Use Reference

Learn how to use the reference correctly

Guide: How to Photograph Your Pattern

Complete step-by-step instructions

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