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    Default Easy vector line program

    I'm wondering if there is an easy to use, preferably free, program that I can use to make vector paths from pictures like the one attached. Like you just tell it to trace the lines and boom, there it is instead of having to draw the whole thing in designer like I"m doing now. Thanks!

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    I'm very happy with CorelDraws center-line trace capability, but perhaps the free options listed in this article might help.

    http://www.kgdcraftermath.com/2014/0...ith-autotrace/
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    Quote Originally Posted by dehrlich View Post
    I'm wondering if there is an easy to use, preferably free, program that I can use to make vector paths from pictures like the one attached. Like you just tell it to trace the lines and boom, there it is instead of having to draw the whole thing in designer like I"m doing now. Thanks!

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    You might want to check out Inkscape. It is a free vector drawing program and will do exactly what you want. Here is a youtube video showing how... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNEnQW_rOGw
    You can download Inkscape here... http://sourceforge.net/projects/inkscape/?source=dlp
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    Quote Originally Posted by dbfletcher View Post
    I'm very happy with CorelDraws center-line trace capability, but perhaps the free options listed in this article might help.

    http://www.kgdcraftermath.com/2014/0...ith-autotrace/
    I like Corel Draw too. It's not free and not real cheap either but, it is a full featured draw program that is capable or some pretty awesome things.
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    Default Carving pattern from the Cow drawing.

    I have not shared anything in a few days, so, I thought I would make a carving pattern from the cow drawing. It makes a cute little pattern that could be used on a toy box, doll cradle or something for a little one.

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    Patterns or projects made, and uploaded by me, are not to be sold on E-Bay, EVER !.
    Thank You....

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