The Modern Workspace for
Embroidery Digitizing
Full control over your creative workflow. Design it, digitize it, and stitch it. Your way.
No credit card required. Run it locally or in your browser.
Properties
Thread Palette
Layers
It Works on Your Machine
Runs natively on Windows and Mac — or straight in your browser with nothing to install. No need to pay thousands for clunky, old-fashioned software. Same powerful workspace, wherever you are.
Your Workflow
From idea to finished piece in five steps.
Import
Start from anything — a photo, a sketch, or just a text prompt. Drop it in and let Boldbobbin turn it into an editable embroidery project.
Drop your image here
.PNG, .JPG, .SVG, or use a text prompt
Design
Fine-tune your design with specialized editing tools. Adjust colors to your thread palette, tweak stitch density, and preview exactly how it will look — all in real time.
Export
One click, and your design is ready for your machine. Export to .PES, .DST, .JEF, .EXP, and more — or save as .SVG and .PNG for sharing.
Batch export available
Create
Load the file onto your embroidery machine and watch your design come to life, stitch by stitch. From screen to fabric in minutes.
Ready to stitch
Machine connected
12,847 / 19,200 stitches
Brag
You made that. Wear it, gift it, sell it — and when someone asks where you got it, just smile. You designed it yourself.
Your finished piece
Screenshot or photo placeholder
Export for Your Machine
Your design, ready to stitch. Export to every major embroidery format — compatible with most home and commercial machines. Need multiple formats at once? Batch export has you covered.
Also export as .SVG or .PNG for previews and sharing.
Your Workspace. Your Rules.
Your files are never trapped in the cloud. Get the speed of a modern web app with the security of knowing every project file is yours to keep.
Save Locally
Export your .vemb project files straight to your hard drive. Your designs live on your machine. No subscriptions, no strings attached.
Cloud Sync
Optionally save to Boldbobbin Cloud. Start a design on your Mac in the studio, finish it on your iPad on the sofa.
Universal Access
Download the desktop app for Mac or PC, or run it straight in your browser. Same powerful workspace, wherever you are.
Modern, Sleek, and Customizable
A workspace that feels like it belongs in 2026 — not 2006. Pick a theme that suits your style and work comfortably for hours. Light, dark, or something in between.
Built for Real Embroiderers
Every feature is designed around how you actually work — your machine, your threads, your craft.
No Fluff, Just Tools You Need
A focused interface built for embroidery — not a bloated design suite. Every feature earns its place.
Realistic 3D Preview
See exactly how your design will look stitched out, with adjustable lighting and thread texture. No more guessing.
Specialized EditorsComing soon
Dedicated mini-editors for cross-stitch, low-poly, and other styles. Each one tuned for that specific craft.
60fps Performance
Smooth, responsive editing even on large designs. Pan, zoom, and preview without lag.
Set Up Your Machine
Configure your embroidery machine model, hoop size, and get automatic stitching advice based on the material you embroider on.
Your Thread Palette
Register the thread colors you actually own. Designs auto-match to your real palette — no surprises at the machine.
Get In While It's Free
Boldbobbin is in beta. Everything is unlocked, no strings attached. Early adopters will be rewarded when we launch paid plans.
Beta Access
Full access to everything we build.
For a limited time
- Full access to web & desktop apps
- All export formats (PES, DST, JEF, EXP, VP3, and more)
- Unlimited 3D previews with adjustable lighting
- Specialized mini-editors (cross-stitch, low-poly)
- Machine & thread palette setup
- Save locally or to the cloud
No credit card required
Coming Soon
Custom Fonts & Text
Add lettering to your designs with embroidery-optimized fonts
Easy Link Sharing
Share designs with a single link — no account needed to view
Premium Cloud Storage
More space, version history, and team collaboration
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boldbobbin really free?
Yes! We're in open beta and every feature is completely free. No credit card required — just sign up and start designing.
What file formats can I export?
Boldbobbin exports to standard embroidery formats including .PES, .DST, .JEF, .EXP, and .VP3 — compatible with most home and commercial embroidery machines.
Do I need to install anything?
Not if you don't want to. Boldbobbin runs in any modern browser. You can also download the desktop app for Windows or Mac if you prefer working offline.
What happens after the beta?
We plan to introduce pricing after the beta, but beta users will be the first to know about any offers. All your projects and exported files are always yours to keep.
Can I use my own thread colors?
Absolutely. You can set up your thread palette so designs automatically match the colors you actually have on hand.
I have questions or feedback — how do I reach you?
We'd love to hear from you! Contact us anytime.