Design Stitch: A Freehand Drawing Computerized Embroidery Application

Abstract

Computerized embroidery is the art of turning images and patterns into embroidery files that are stitched by embroidery machines onto clothing in a process called digitization. However, digitization is a complicated process that is presently designed mostly for enterprise use. In this work, we introduce DesignStitch, a freehand drawing digitization iOS app that is designed for beginners to learn how to digitize and create their own fashion designs. We present the overall structure of DesignStitch, and evaluate its ease of adoption with test users who have no embroidery experience. We then present further work to improve the user experience of the app.