Does Quilt Design Wizard replace EQ5 or EQ6? No, QDW
is a software for beginning quilters and beginning computer users. It
is an inexpensive way for you to try quilt designing on your computer for the
first time. If you only need simple pieced blocks, straight/horizontal
layouts, on-point layouts, and want to play with color, then Quilt Design Wizard
may be for you. If you want to do pieced and appliqué blocks, draw your own
blocks, work with every kind of layout imaginable, color with your own scanned
fabrics, audition quilting stencils and embroidery, and more... then you may
want to check out Electric Quilt 5 or 6.

Start by selecting a layout style, mattress size, and block size.
Then add borders. Quilt Design Wizard™ guides you step-by-step using an easy
point-and-click method.
Select from 200 quilt blocks colored with beautiful fabric and
ready to set into your layout. Blocks are color-coordinated in color families to
help you choose blocks that work well together. You'll be an instant designer
with the Wizard's help.

Color
the borders and you're ready to print! Quilt Design Wizard™ prints fabric
yardage estimates, rotary cutting charts, and sewing instructions for each
block. If you prefer templates or foundation piecing patterns, Quilt Design
Wizard™ prints those too!
You'll save hours because Quilt Design Wizard™ does all the
computing, calculating, and scaling. You just click print!

The
designing is done. The patterns and yardage estimates are printed. You're ready
to sew! Quilt Design Wizard™ is loaded with every bit of information you'll
need. From buying supplies and fabrics, to assembly and quilting, to finishing
and storing your quilt – Quilt Design Wizard™ has it all.

200 Blocks
Whether you prefer the traditional charm of the Log Cabin block
or the whimsical fun of a pictorial Tractor block, you're sure to find something
to suit your taste.
3000 Fabrics
Varied and vibrant fabrics invite you to play with color.
Experiment with hundreds of color combinations on screen before you ever cut the
fabric.
Versatile layouts and borders
From simple wall quilts to large bed quilts, try out your ideas.
Create hundreds of different combinations of horizontal and on-point layouts.
Add as many borders as you like. Perfect for beginners or seasoned quilters.