Pattern Digitizing Software for the Apparel Industry
Whether you're creating made-to-measure garments, grading production patterns or preserving decades of archived templates, iDigit transforms physical apparel patterns into accurate, editable CAD files in minutes. Capture patterns using a camera, smartphone or scanner and continue working in the CAD software you already know.
From Paper Pattern to Production
Every garment begins with a pattern. Whether it has been drafted by hand, modified during sample development or used repeatedly in production, converting that physical pattern into digital data is an essential step in modern apparel manufacturing.
Traditional digitizing methods often require dedicated hardware, fixed workstations and repetitive manual tracing. iDigit replaces this process with intelligent photo digitizing, automatically converting paper, cardboard or plastic garment patterns into editable CAD geometry while preserving critical construction details such as notches, drill holes, grain lines and internal markings.
Instead of changing your workflow, iDigit becomes part of it.
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Pattern
Paper, cardboard or fabric patterns prepared for digitizing
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Grading
Import the Dxf into your grading software.
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Photo
Capture the patterns using a camera, smartphone or scanner.
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Marker
Create efficient markers to maximize fabric utilization and reduce waste using a nesting software.
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Digitise
iDigit automatically calibrates the image and detects outlines, notches, holes and internal markings in seconds.
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Plotter
Plot full-size patterns accurately on paper.
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Export Dxf
Review and finalize the patterns using powerful CAD tools in iDigit and export Aama Dxf.
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Cutting
Cut the material (fabric, leather etc.) and move to production.
Digitize Every Type of Garment Pattern
Every apparel business works differently. Some create bespoke garments. Others manufacture thousands of pieces every day. Some maintain archives dating back decades.
iDigit has been designed to accurately digitize virtually every type of apparel pattern, including:
✔ Paper blocks
✔ Kraft paper production patterns
✔ Cardboard templates
✔ Plastic templates
✔ Graded nests
✔ Marker components
✔ Sample room patterns
✔ Leather templates
✔ Denim patterns
✔ Technical textile patterns
Regardless of material or size, iDigit preserves the geometry of the original pattern while producing smooth, editable CAD entities ready for grading, nesting and manufacturing.
Built Around the Way Pattern Makers Work
Pattern makers should spend their time developing garments, not performing repetitive digitizing tasks.
iDigit automates the repetitive parts of digitizing while giving you complete control over every pattern.
Automatic Feature Detection
Detect pattern outlines, notches, drills and cut-outs automatically.
Pattern Cutting
Cut a pattern along an arbitrary line or between two points.
Darts & Internal Lines
Add darts, internal lines and drill points.
Manual Tracing
Trace nested patterns easily with line and curve tools.
Margin Tool
Elongate & shorten patterns on selected segments.
Mirror Tool
Mirror & flip patterns along a selected edge.
Seam Allowance
Add & edit seam lines to entire patterns or specific edges.
Measurements
Measure point-to-point or circumferences.
Notch Tool
Add, rotate, shift and change notch types.
Compatible with Your Existing CAD Software
Switching digitizing systems shouldn't mean replacing your CAD software.
iDigit integrates seamlessly into existing apparel workflows by exporting industry-standard CAD formats compatible with leading fashion CAD systems including Gerber AccuMark, Vetigraph, Lectra, Optitex, Gemini, Tukatech, StyleCAD, Illustrator and many others.
Each file type can be exported with customized layers and structures to ensure full compatibility with the receiving CAD program. For instance, notches can be exported either a Aama-Astm notation, embedded into contours or automatically converted into internal lines with the corresponding notch shapes.
In addition to being able exporting various CAD formats, you can also import your existing digital patterns into iDigit.
Whether you're grading, marker making or preparing files for automated cutting, your existing workflow remains unchanged.
Supported export formats include:
AAMA DXF
Exports polylines, notches, grain line, seams, pair, quantity according to Aama-Astm standards.
SVG
Exports patterns and their inner elements as scalable vector graphics (Arc, Line, Circle).
Standard DXF
Exports actual vector objects such as Arc, Line and Circles for fine, smooth curvatures.
Exports the patterns with their original view by cropping the digitized image around pattern contours.
HPGL/PLT
Exports hpgl-plt files with machine instructions for plotting and cutting, with customizable tool selections (SP1, SP2 etc.).
Illustrator
Copy patterns to clipboard in iDigit and paste them directly in Illustrator.
Why Apparel Businesses Choose iDigit
Accelerate Product Development
Move from physical sample to editable CAD data in minutes instead of hours.
Scale with Your Business
From freelance pattern makers to multinational manufacturers, iDigit adapts to your workflow when requirements change.
Improve Collaboration
Capture patterns in one location and complete digitization elsewhere using floating licences.
Future-Proof Your Investment
Freedom to choose your hardware. iDigit works with standard cameras and PCs, eliminating dependence on proprietary devices and reducing total cost of ownership.
Preserve Years of Pattern Development
Convert historical paper archives into searchable digital libraries without redrawing patterns.
Maintain Consistent Quality
Automatic calibration detection and intuitive editing tools help produce consistent digital patterns regardless of who performs the digitizing, reducing variability between operators.
Designed for Every Type of Apparel Business
From bespoke tailoring to high-volume manufacturing, every apparel business relies on accurate patterns. Whether you're producing a single made-to-measure garment or thousands of pieces for global distribution, iDigit adapts to your workflow, materials and production methods.
Fashion Studios
Workwear & PPE
High Street Fashion
Bridal
Haut Couture
Equestrian Apparel
Bespoke Tailoring
Freelancers
Sportswear
Military Apparel
Supporting Fashion Education, Training & Community Programmes
iDigit supports organisations that use pattern making, garment technology and apparel CAD to educate, train and create opportunities for others.
Universities, colleges and fashion schools can introduce students to modern pattern digitizing and digital garment-production workflows, while employment services, vocational training providers and charities can use iDigit to support practical skills development, retraining and pathways into the apparel industry.
To help make professional pattern digitizing technology more accessible for these purposes, we offer special educational and non-profit pricing to eligible organisations.
Whether iDigit is being used to train the next generation of pattern makers, help people develop employable garment-production skills or support a community initiative, we're happy to discuss a solution tailored to the programme's needs.
Universities
Bring camera-based pattern digitizing into pattern cutting, fashion design, garment technology and apparel CAD education.
Employment & Vocational Training
Equip learners with practical digital pattern skills relevant to modern apparel design and manufacturing workflows.
Charities & Community Organisations
Support programmes that use sewing, garment making and fashion skills to create opportunities, develop skills and strengthen communities.
