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Documentation for Needlework Studio - user guides, setup instructions, and deployment.
User Guide
Getting Started
First-time setup, interface overview, and a quick walkthrough of the core features.
Thread Inventory
Browse DMC and Anchor threads, track ownership and skein quantities, and search by number or name.
Pattern Design
Create patterns from images or from scratch using drawing tools, stitch types, mirror modes, and more.
Pattern Viewer
View patterns in chart or thread mode with symbol overlays, zoom controls, and per-color progress tracking.
Import & Export
Import patterns from PDF, JSON, and OXS formats. Export to PDF with cover sheets, SVG, and more.
Project Management
Organize your pattern library with search, sort, batch actions, forking, and materials calculation.
Desktop Sync
Set up bidirectional sync between the desktop app and your self-hosted server.
Setup & Deployment
Installation
Install Needlework Studio via Docker, manual Python setup, or desktop installers for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Administration
Manage users, configure application settings, back up data, and monitor the server.
Deployment
Production deployment with reverse proxies, HTTPS, environment variables, and scaling considerations.