Tutorials

Start by uploading an image of your design. The calculator works best with:

• Clear, high-contrast images
• Designs with well-defined color sections
• PNG or JPG files

The tool will analyze your image to identify the colors and calculate the proportions of each color in your design.

Specify the physical dimensions of your project:

• Width and Height: The actual dimensions of your rug/project in centimeters
• Tuft Density: How close together your tufts will be (affects yarn usage)
• Backing Fabric: The type of primary backing you're using

These specifications help calculate the total area and yarn requirements.

Choose the tufting technique you plan to use:

• Cut Pile: Creates a plush, carpet-like finish
• Loop Pile: Creates textured loops on the surface
• Cut and Loop: Combines both techniques

Different tufting styles use different amounts of yarn, which the calculator factors into its estimates.

For pricing estimation, you can enter:

• Cost per 100g: The average cost of your yarn
• Additional Costs: Backing, glue, or other materials
• Markup: Optional percentage for professional pricing

These help calculate project costs and potential pricing if you're selling your work.

After processing, you'll see detailed breakdowns of:

• Total yarn required in grams and skeins
• Color-by-color breakdown of yarn quantities
• Cost estimation for materials and total project

You can download these results as a PDF to use when purchasing materials or providing quotes to clients.

Start by selecting your tufting frame size from the dropdown:

• 24" × 24" (60cm × 60cm) - Small frame
• 32" × 32" (80cm × 80cm) - Medium frame
• 40" × 40" (100cm × 100cm) - Large frame
• 48" × 48" (120cm × 120cm) - Extra large frame

Choose the size that matches your physical tufting frame.

Padding ensures proper spacing between designs:

• 5cm (2") - Minimal spacing for experienced tufters
• 7cm (2.8") - Recommended for most projects
• 10cm (4") - Extra space for beginners or complex designs

The padding appears as diagonal lines around each image. When images are too close, the lines turn orange to warn you of potential collisions.

Click the floating + button to upload your designs:

• Upload 2-20 PNG images at once
• Drag and drop or click to browse
• Each design can be any irregular shape
• The tool automatically arranges them efficiently

Real-world dimensions are calculated based on your frame size, displayed below each image.

Each image has interactive controls (visible on hover):

• Drag - Click and drag to reposition
• Rotate - Use the blue handle to rotate
• Resize - Green handle maintains aspect ratio
• Delete - Red X button removes the image

The "Re-pack Images" button reorganizes all images optimally if needed.

Once arranged, export your layout:

• Download: Saves the layout as a PNG file
• Download Mirrored: Creates a horizontally flipped version

The mirrored option is useful when transferring designs to the back of your tufting cloth, ensuring they appear correctly from the front.

Start by uploading a clear image of your design:

• PNG files work best for transparency
• High contrast designs give better results
• Clear color separation is important
• Avoid very small or pixelated images

The tool will automatically detect and extract the main colors from your design.

The tool automatically identifies the main colors in your design:

• Color Extraction: AI identifies dominant colors
• Color Mapping: Each color gets its own slot
• Preview Generation: Shows your design with detected colors

If the detection isn't perfect, don't worry - you can adjust individual colors in the next step.

Now experiment with different color combinations:

• Click any color to open the color picker
• Use the color wheel or enter specific values
• Try predefined palettes for inspiration
• See live preview of changes as you make them

The preview updates instantly so you can see exactly how your design will look with the new colors.

When you're happy with your color combination:

• Download Recolored Design: Get your design with new colors
• Download Color Palette: Save the color scheme for reference
• Save Both: Get everything in one convenient ZIP file

Use the recolored design for yarn planning or share it with clients for approval before starting production.

Navigate to your Color Library from:

• Client Portal Dashboard: Click the "Color Library" card
• Design Color Picker: Use the "Manage Library" link in the My Swatches tab
• Direct URL: /client-portal/yarn-library

Free accounts can store up to 20 colors, while premium accounts get up to 500 colors.

Click "Add Color" to create a new swatch with:

• Color: Use the color picker or enter a hex code
• Name: Optional custom name for easy identification
• Yarn Type: Choose between Wool or Acrylic
• Cost: Price per unit (premium feature)

The color picker shows a live preview and validates hex codes automatically.

Use the library tools to keep your collection organized:

• Search: Find colors by name or hex code
• Filter: Show only wool or acrylic yarns
• Sort: By name, color, yarn type, or date added
• Edit: Update color information anytime
• Delete: Remove colors you no longer use

Hover over any color swatch to see action buttons for editing and copying.

Your saved colors automatically appear in design tools:

• Carpet Color Picker: "My Swatches" tab shows your library
• Quick Access: One-click application to design areas
• Yarn Type Indicators: Hover to see wool vs acrylic
• Cost Integration: Premium users see cost information

This workflow eliminates guesswork and ensures you only design with colors you actually have.