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Useful Links

Learning to use a new machine—and often the software that comes with it—can be a frustrating and sometimes overwhelming experience. Adding new techniques into the mix can make the process feel even more daunting. We understand these challenges, which is why we’ve put together the links below to help guide you along the way. Our aim is to make your learning journey smoother, supporting your growth, building your confidence, and helping you develop your skills more easily and effectively.

Brother South Africa

Click on the logo to reach Brother South Africa's website for a host of information and support.

Brother Sublimation SP1

Click on the logo to reach Brother's official YouTube site where you will find 'how to' videos and other useful links.

Brother Scan N Cut

Click on the logo to reach Brother's official YouTube site where you will find 'how to' videos and other useful links.

Inkscape

Click on the logo to reach the Inkscape website where you can download the open source (free) SVG design software.

TinkerCad AutoDesk

Tinkercad is a free, web-based design tool that makes it easy to create 3D models. It is especially beginner-friendly, using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface that allows users to build designs from basic shapes.  Tinkercad is ideal for hobbyists, anyone looking to explore digital creation without needing advanced technical skills.

Brother SewingCraft Europe

Click on the logo to reach Brother's official YouTube site where you will find 'how to' videos and other useful links.

Brother Artspira

Click on the logo to reach the Brother Artspira page where you will be guided on where to download the App and how to use it for embroidery, images and cut designs.

Brother Design Database Transfer

Click on the logo to reach the download page of this free software. It is a blessing for any embroiderer! It displays images of the downloaded designs and allows for direct wifi transfer to your embroidery machine.

Ink/Stitch

Click on the logo to reach Inkscape's extension Ink/Stitch for an open source (free) embroidery design software.

Silhouette America

Click on the logo to reach the official Silhouette America website. Unfortunately, some of the services offered are not available in South Africa.

@CreateWithSilhouette

Click on the logo to reach the official Silhouette America YouTube page. The videos avalable cover current and older machines and software.

Click on the logo to reach this website for fonts, graphics, embroidery designs, crafts, laser cutting, 3D files, and crafts.

xTool Studio / Creative Space

Click on the logo to reach Xtool website. This design tool is free to download and can be used to create SVG images for use on other machines you may have. There is a library of free designs.