Digitizing Stained Glass Patterns for Print or Cricut - Vector Method

This is a comprehensive start to finish tutorial for converting a sketch or existing stained glass pattern into a "perfected" digital vector design in Adobe Illustrator. This method allows you to test out various glass options and patinas and create quality renders. Once completed, your pattern with be ready to be printed at any size from a home printer and/or sent to a cutting machine like a Cricut or Silhoutte. 00:00 Intro 01:10 File Setup 03:24 Getting Started with Tools 11:24 Adding Details 16:43 Finding "Perfection" 22:13 Adding the Sun/Repeating Elements 28:43 Cleaning the Lines 38:08 Adding Color 41:22 Simulating Glass Images 42:42 Simulating Patina Colors 44:45 Preping for Pattern Renders 47:22 Creating a Pattern Render 53:55 Printing your Pattern 56:16 Preping Files to Send to Cricut/Silhouette