New features in Arahne software
As customary at the beginning of every year, we prepared a short document presenting a selection of new features developed from January 2022 till January 2023. New features have been developed in Arah...
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27. 1. 2023
4. 1. 2023Set the position of windows in ArahWeave
Nothing is more satisfying than having a tidy working desk and everything in its own place, preferably all the time. In ArahWeave you can now save the default position of the windows you work in. Ever...
8. 12. 2022Updated tutorial: Making shaft damask with ArahWeave
We always strive to allow our customers to create their fabric designs efficiently and fast. By adding new functions and tools, we also need to update our tutorials. We have updated one really old sha...
7. 12. 2022ArahDrape step-by-step tutorial
Check out this new tutorial with step-by-step instructions on how to create a drape project in ArahDrape texture mapping software. Starting from the model image, drawing regions, setting the size, app...
22. 11. 2022Copy and paste thread pattern, fabric technical data, and variants
In ArahWeave we have added a very useful copy/paste function in several windows. You can copy and paste jacquard image, weaves, fabric image printouts, production cards, selvedge weaves. We have added...
10. 11. 2022Copy-paste weave and image in ArahWeave
Copy-paste is a very useful function, and we added it to ArahWeave in several windows. Now you can copy/paste images and weaves. We added the copy/paste function in the: main weave editor double weave...
7. 11. 2022In ArahWeave sort the thread pattern by occurrence or popularity
In ArahWeave CAD software designers sometimes start to write warp/weft pattern in a different order than expected in the manufacturing mills. In the fabric design on the image, the pattern started wit...
3. 11. 2022For Arahne software Mac users: Do not upgrade Mac operating system to Ventura just yet
Please do not upgrade to MacOS 13.0 Ventura just yet. We have posted previously that ArahWeave CAD works correctly with the latest MacOS Ventura. The program does work, but there is a bug in the way X...
24. 10. 2022New gradient tools in ArahPaint6
ArahPaint6 has a new gradient function, that you can use with any drawing tool, from freehand drawing, draw line, polygon, arc, curve, bezier, circle, ellipse, rectangle, square, fill tool, spray. To ...
17. 10. 2022ArahPaint user’s manual is translated into Chinese language
The new translation of the ArahPaint User’s Manual in simplified and traditional Chinese is ready! The manual consists of around 110 pages and contains 205 screenshots from ArahPaint software. A...
30. 9. 2022Maximum length of float correction in ArahWeave increased from 255 to 999 threads
In ArahWeave, we have increased the maximum length of float correction setting from 255 to 999 threads. For normal fabrics, a float of 255 threads is already very long and we usually want shorter floa...
13. 7. 2022Set metric or imperial units in ArahPaint6
You can now choose between metric or imperial units directly in ArahPaint. Most of the settings for ArahPaint6, such as units, language, and default image file location can be set in ArahWeave softwar...
7. 7. 2022ArahWeave software now also in Portuguese
Arahne software is already translated into 17 different languages: Bulgarian, Catalan, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Macedonian, Polish, Ru...
1. 6. 2022Tapestry made in ArahWeave
Iza Sojka from MOST http://themost.pl, a decorative textile studio, is developing interesting and beautiful tapestries with ArahWeave, woven at Textus https://textus.pl/ You can see the initial pictur...
13. 5. 2022Color profile for ArahWeave on Epson SureColor SC-P900 printer
We made a color profile for ArahWeave on an Epson SureColor SC-P900 printer that has 10 different inks. This means we will get much better results with colors on the printed fabric simulations. The fa...
19. 4. 2022New product from Arahne: ArahWeave Selvedge Edition
We are excited to introduce a new product for the design and weaving of name selvedges, ArahWeave Selvedge Edition. The jacquard looms for name selvedges are narrow, so the selvedge edition supports u...
10. 3. 2022Celebrating 30 years of Arahne
Arahne was established in December 1992, shortly after the international recognition of Slovenia’s independence. So we are celebrating 30 years in business, quite a rare feat for a software comp...
4. 3. 2022Support for Picanol dobby loom in ArahWeave is improved
In ArahWeave 9.6g we improved support for Picanol dobby loom. Below are listed the improvements: fringe is properly transferred, so you do not need to edit the file in Picanol software in order for it...
9. 2. 2022Arahne software updates 2021
It’s time to upgrade your Arahne software to the latest version and get all the fancy new features! In the previous year, we have made significant improvements, bug fixes, and new functions in A...
4. 2. 2022ArahWeave supports loom networking with Bonas CI jacquard controllers
In the ArahWeave 9.6c, we have added support for the latest Bonas CI controllers. In ArahWeave you can: – check loom status – load .EP card file from the loom – send .EP card file to...
16. 12. 2021Design irregular herringbone in ArahWeave CAD
Irregular effects on the fabric can make your product look more interesting, fun, and unique. In this new tutorial, we show how to design an irregular herringbone, using a combination of weave and ima...
30. 9. 2021Create a pattern in repeat with overlapping motifs in ArahPaint6
Easily create an image in repeat with overlapping motifs with the new function “Browse repeat image”. Previously we have already introduced this function for “Drawing in repeat”...
20. 9. 2021Use pattern in repeat to generate a pattern
With the new Browse repeat image function in the Drawing in repeat window, you can create pattern from a pattern! Simply load the 8-bit pattern image in repeat and let the software generate the same p...
3. 9. 2021Create amazing patterns in ArahPaint6 using brushes with Place motif filter
In ArahPaint6 you can design amazing patterns in repeat in just a few seconds using different Filters. All the filters are presented in this Fast pattern manual with a collection of wonderful designs ...
27. 8. 2021Create stunning visual effects in ArahPaint6
Create a stunning visual effect by superimposing an image layer on the pattern. To create an image in ArahPaint6, you require: – an image of a pattern in repeat for background – an image t...
19. 7. 2021Reduce sampling waste with Load parallel function in ArahWeave
Load parallel function in ArahWeave allows you to load several different designs parallel to each other and weave them in one piece. The point of this function is to reduce sampling waste. During the ...
2. 7. 2021Support for Chinese YiinChuen industrial dobby looms in ArahWeave
In ArahWeave CAD software you can save the production card of your design in a specific loom format. We already support all major dobby and jacquard industrial looms and warpers from Stäubli, Dornier...
12. 5. 2021New file selection dialog in ArahWeave and ArahDrape
With the new file selection dialog, working in ArahWeave and ArahDrape is even faster and more convenient. The file selection dialog has been improved significantly. Many new features were added, such...
5. 5. 2021Use 7 frieze patterns to repeat layer in one direction in ArahPaint6
In ArahPaint6 you can now create 7 types of patterns from layers in one direction (horizontal or vertical). The 7 types of patterns have been made on the basis of the mathematical frieze pattern, whic...
3. 5. 2021Apply photographed or scanned fabric images to 3D models in ArahView3D
In ArahView3D you can now apply scanned or photographed fabrics and print designs on the 3D model. Previously you could only apply fabric simulations made in ArahWeave. ArahView3D has a large selectio...
13. 4. 2021Use mirror diagonal to easily create corners from the image in ArahPaint6
Create corners and other different patterns using mirror diagonal function. You can diagonally mirror the image, layers or selection on the image in four different directions. Try it now! Download the...
7. 4. 2021Add border to the image in ArahPaint6
Feeling creative with the borders? In ArahPaint6 you can create a border out of the selected image and place it on the right, left, top, bottom side of the main image or all sides at once. &nbs...
30. 3. 2021Enhance fabric simulation with textures in ArahWeave CAD
We are constantly developing our software, so you can design realistic and ready to weave fabrics as easily and fast as possible. We recently added new textures to ArahWeave CAD, which you can use to ...
8. 3. 2021Chenille, mohair yarn simulation in ArahWeave
With new function enhancement in ArahWeave, you can create a chenille and mohair yarn simulation in Yarn window. First select the type of yarn (Simple, Mouliné, Mélange, Multicolor, Custom) that you...
26. 2. 2021Arahne Software Updates 2020
One year is around and new software features are ready for you to start using them. Despite COVID-19 restrictions, our office remained open the whole time and function normally, so we were able to wor...
11. 2. 2021Use different logo images for different brands
Some of our customers manufacture fabric for different brands. Every time they printout the fabric simulation image, they would like to attach the logo of the brand belonging to a certain fabric desig...
25. 1. 2021Easy Dobby Blanket Design
In ArahWeave CAD we created a new Dobby Blanket. Comparing to the previous version, it is much easier to use and it offers additional functions, that will let you work with them fast and easier. In th...
16. 11. 2020ArahWeave manual translated to Italian
Arahne’s customers are from different continents and countries all around the world, from Europe, Asia, North Africa, South America to USA. Our programs are already translated into 16 different ...
11. 11. 2020New collection of weaves in ArahWeave CAD
ArahWeave CAD already has a huge collection of weaves included in the standard installation. The whole weave database consists of more than 40.000 weaves. The weaves were gathered and digitalized from...
4. 11. 2020Set sRGB, AdobeRGB or Arahne’s screen color matching in ArahWeave
ArahWeave 9.3k has a new setting in screen color matching: you can choose between Arahne’s color matching, sRGB and AdobeRGB (by default screen color matching is set to Arahne’s): Arahne&#...
20. 10. 2020Easily design fabric in different color variants
Variants function is a very useful and easy-to-use tool for making different color variants for your fabric design. You can make up to 500 different color variants for weft, warp, or warp&weft, an...
29. 9. 2020MacBean Tartan Design
MacBean Tartan, a cloth that traveled to the moon and back! Astronaut Alan Bean, took a piece of his Scottish clan MacBean tartan cloth up to the moon, during his Apollo 12 mission in 1969. Alan Bea...
2. 9. 2020Digital Fabric Catalogue with Order System
We have successfully finished a new project, Online Digital Fabric Catalogue with Order System, for textile company Tekstina! With the Catalogue, Tekstina can reach out to their customers and show the...
1. 7. 2020Add ruler to the fabric simulation printout
In the printout of the fabric simulation, we added an option to add the ruler on the bottom of the fabric simulation. Adding the ruler, let’s you know the real size of the fabric, even if the us...
1. 6. 2020Easily generate random weaves in ArahPaint
Create large random weaves using special Random function in ArahPaint6. It’s easy and it’s fast! Use the random weave structures in ArahWeave to create interesting patterns on the fabric s...
18. 5. 2020“What is your source of inspiration?” – an article by Irina ARNĂUTU
Irena ARNĂUTU, Lecturer PhD. Eng. from Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi, Romania recently issued a new article for the 16th International Scientific Conference eLearning and Software for ...
7. 5. 2020ArahWeave and ArahDrape supported in Mac OS Catalina
Dear Mac users, we finally landed on the shores of Catalina and settled on its land! After months of struggle, 64-bit ArahWeave and ArahDrape are ready&working. Users of Mac OS Catalina operatin...
10. 3. 2020Ask for your own customized fabric technical datasheet
Producers of different fabrics require different fabric technical datasheet. If you are making a shawl, your technical datasheet will look different than the one for making blankets. In ArahWeave you ...
3. 3. 2020ArahWeave has new PANTONE® FASHION, HOME + INTERIORS colors
Today PANTONE introduced the addition of 315 new colors to PANTONE® FASHION, HOME + INTERIORS. The users of ArahWeave CAD get them from day 1. You will get the new PANTONE® FASHION, HOME + INTERIORS...
25. 2. 2020Lapland University from Finland working with ArahWeave
Lapland University from Rovaniemi in Finland has been learning and creating beautiful designs in ArahWeave CAD for weaving on Digital Weaving Norway jacquard handloom. By using CAD they easily colabor...
13. 2. 2020Arahne’s agent in Uzbekistan
We are pleased to introduce our new agent from Uzbekistan, Mr. Khamidjon Isomov, General Director at ISOMY GROUP LLC. Contact info: ISOMY GROUP LLC I Vobkent Ds, Yangihayat Str, 75 Bukhara-Uzbe...
11. 2. 2020Digital Fabric Catalogue on a Tablet
Tesktina company decided for modern, convenient and simple seasonal fabric collection presentation and placing of the order. We made for them the fabric catalogue on a tablet, for customer to browse a...
31. 1. 2020NEW Arahne Software Updates 2019
ONE YEAR HAS PASSED AND NEW ARAHNE SOFTWARE UPDATES ARE OUT AGAIN! 🤩 We prepared a short document, presenting a selection of interesting new features, that will make your work even easier. New feat...
27. 1. 2020New function in ArahPaint6: Autosave image
In ArahPaint6 we added a new function: Autosave image. Up to 10 images can be stored automatically, additional ones will be overwritten. In case the software crashes during image design, or any other ...
23. 1. 2020Integrirajte ERP sistem z ArahWeave CAD programom
How would you like to know which yarns and yarn colors are available? Even check the yarn location? That is all possible with integrating ERP and ArahWeave CAD. From ERP you can import the following d...
26. 11. 2019Design of large size repeats for dobby fabrics in ArahWeave by Irina Arnautu
An interesting article, Design of large size repeats for dobby fabrics in ArahWeave, written by Irina Arnautu, Lecturer PhD. Eng. from Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi, Romania. She descri...
13. 11. 2019ArahView3D – Dress 3D model with fabric designed in ArahWeave CAD
Dress the 3D model with your own fabric design directly from ArahWeave CAD, in just a few steps. You can apply as many fabrics as you want, and choose among 44 different 3D models, from shirts, ties, ...
29. 10. 2019ArahWeave supports Stäubli Delta 100/110/200 drawing in-machine
In ArahWeave you can now save warper Stäubli Delta 100/110/200 file format. You can transfer the information about reed, drawing-in, drafting, empty dents, and drop wires. Special thanks to our frien...
9. 10. 2019Attention to all Mac users!
On Mac OS new update to Mac OS Catalina operating system is already available. ArahWeave is not yet compatible with Catalina, so we urge you not to update the Mac system, until the new version of Arah...
12. 9. 2019New Feature: ArahWeave CAD and ArahPaint working hand in hand
Maximum interactivity reached! With the latest ArahWeave CAD upgrade you can draw image in ArahPaint and at the same time see the changes on the fabric simulation when designing in Jacquard conversion...
