A cutting layout arranges all pieces on the fabric width so that as little as possible is wasted, while every piece keeps its grainline.
With digitized pieces the layout can be tried on screen instead of on the fabric. Fabric width plus arranged pieces give the consumption before anything is bought.

Digitize sewing patterns without tracing.
Test PatternScan Pro free for 14 days with the full feature set. You need your smartphone, a printer and one pattern you always wanted digital.