Ink/Stitch
7.5#3 in embroidery design softwareFree planFree planWebExtensionLinuxmacOS
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TurtleStitch
6.4#10 in embroidery design softwareFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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| Fact | Ink/Stitch | TurtleStitch |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Ink/Stitch is an Inkscape extension and requires Inkscape version 1.0.2 or higher. | TurtleStitch is based on Snap!, and its FAQ identifies Ink/Stitch as software that may convert designs for machines using other formats. |
| Purpose | Ink/Stitch is an open-source machine embroidery design platform based on Inkscape and SVG. | TurtleStitch lets users create, share, and remix embroidery patterns through code. |
| Support | Support is provided through an Inkscape forum, chat channel, GitHub bug reports, videos and Facebook groups. | The site directs users to its community forum for questions and feedback and to GitHub for technical issues. |
Ink/Stitch plans
- FreeFree
- Ink/StitchFree
TurtleStitch plans
- FreeFree
Pick Ink/Stitch if…
Ink/Stitch suits hobbyists and professional digitizers who want embroidery design tools within Inkscape. It may also appeal to users who need lettering, stitch previews, thread palettes, and machine-file export options.
Pick TurtleStitch if…
TurtleStitch suits learners, educators, and makers who want to combine coding with embroidery design. It can be used online or offline, with machine exports for .exp and .dst formats.