Suzibud’s Mariner’s Compass Star turned out stunning. Abudhabiquilter, expanded her block using the free border inside the Carol Doak Legal Size Foundation Paper. Once students achieved paper piecing success, then they began to expand and share even more projects. Jul 18, 2018 Foundation Factory Standard Edition and its two Designer editions: Carol Doak's Edition of Foundation Factory and Designer Edition: Jean Ann Eitel & Debby Kratovil editors of Quilts Magazine are the latest Quilt-Pro Systems software releases. Each is a Block Library Program only (no drawing tools) that is designed to printout foundation pieced blocks. The underlying program for the current version of Foundation Factory is used for many editions of Foundation Factory. However, the Carol Doak Editions are based on books written by Ms. Doak and Quilt Pro can not infringe on the copyrighted instructions included in those books. The books would be wonderful additions to any quilters library. Jan 01, 2006 Carol Doak discovered her love of quilting in 1979 when she took a seven-week basic quilting class. As well as a review of Quilt-Pro's Foundation Factory software.
The Questions..
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- I installed the Carol Doak Edition to be run from the CD. But when I try to run it with CD in, there are no help files, no contents, or fabrics. What do I need to do?
- I tried to install FF blocks into Quilt-Pro, but I don't know if that worked since I can't find the blocks anywhere in Quilt Pro. Where are they?
- Foundation Factory - Quilt Mag. Edition the Leaning Book block can not be pieced as numbered.
- If I have other questions where can I get help?
And the Answers..
Q. The Foundation Factory serial number isn't working. What do I do?
A. If you have problems with the serial number use this information to make installation easier.
Add your serial number 'FFW0200-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX' with the following in mind:
-Do not use the caps key, let the installer capitalize the letters.
-Be sure to use zeros instead of the letter 0.
-Use all the dashes as shown and do not add spaces between the numbers.
-Do not include the quotes shown above.
Add your serial number 'FFW0200-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX' with the following in mind:
-Do not use the caps key, let the installer capitalize the letters.
-Be sure to use zeros instead of the letter 0.
-Use all the dashes as shown and do not add spaces between the numbers.
-Do not include the quotes shown above.
Q. I installed the Carol Doak Edition to be run from the CD. But when I try to run it with CD in, there are no help files, no contents, or fabrics. What do I need to do?
A. It's possible that the icon properties are corrupt. Creating a new shortcut to Foundation Factory is easy. Start with all programs closed and the desktop showing. Then follow these steps:
Delete the current Icon on your desktop. From the Windows Start button, select Find.
From the menu, select Files or Folders. The Find Files dialog box will appear.
In the Named box, type in FoundationFactory95.exe and select the drive where Foundation Factory is installed. The default installation for Foundation Factory is in the C drive but you are using Foundation Factory from the CD then choose the CD drive letter.
Click the Find Now button. The search will locate the Foundation Factory application file.
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Click your right mouse button on the file and select Create Shortcut.You may get an message saying 'Can not create shortcut here. Place short cut on the Desktop instead?' Click the yes or Ok button.
The shortcut appears on your desktop.
Double click the icon to start the program. All the files should now be available.
Q.I tried to load all three versions of Foundation Factory on my computer using the CD option. I have had no success in accessing the programs. They (all 3) want to put the same icon on my desk top. However, when I click on the icon I keep getting error messages. How do I set these up?
A. The programs were designed to be installed into the hard drive and all work together as one program. But since you want them to work off the CD you will need two separate icons for the three programs. Edit them as follows:
If you still have the original icon on your desk top, just copy, paste and rename that icon to: FF-StdED. Then right click on the icon and from the popup menu select Properties.
In the box labeled Target type in: X:FFStdEd1FoundationFactory95.exe, where X= CD drive letter.
The Start In box type in:X:FFStdEd1.
Now test it with the Standard Edition Disk in the drive.
Then rename the other icon FFDesigner.
Then right click on the icon and from the popup menu select Properties.
In the Target box type in: X:FoundFac2FoundationFactory95.exe, where X=CD drive letter.
The Start In box type in:X:FoundFac2.
This Icon should run either of the two Designer Edition CDs.
Q. I want to print some of the blocks in color as well as printing the patterns, can I?
A. There is no way to print the patterns in color, however, you can print in shades of gray. This allows you to see the positions of the fabric by value rather than by color. Select the option, 'Print with Grays', in the print dialog box.
Q. I've installed Foundation Factory, but I want to be able to import blocks from FF to Quilt Pro. How can I do that?
Q. I've installed Foundation Factory, but I want to be able to import blocks from FF to Quilt Pro. How can I do that?
A. Normally you would select that option during the initial installation of Foundation Factory. Since you already have Foundation Factory installed we have a program called File Manager that will allow you to import those blocks into Quilt-Pro.
When you click the link below, choose to save file to your desktop. Once downloaded right-click the file and choose 'Run as Administrator.' Follow the on-screen instructions. When it's complete, you should have a copy of the blocks in the QP6 Block library under name of the edition you imported. If you have Block Factory programs it will give you the option to add those to Quilt-Pro as well.
http://www.quiltpro.com/update.php#QPFileMan
When you click the link below, choose to save file to your desktop. Once downloaded right-click the file and choose 'Run as Administrator.' Follow the on-screen instructions. When it's complete, you should have a copy of the blocks in the QP6 Block library under name of the edition you imported. If you have Block Factory programs it will give you the option to add those to Quilt-Pro as well.
http://www.quiltpro.com/update.php#QPFileMan
Q. I tried to install FF blocks into Quilt-Pro, but I don't know if that worked since I can't find the blocks anywhere in Quilt Pro. Where are they?
A. The blocks will be installed in the a folder named you should have a copy of the blocks in the Block library under name of the edition you imported. For example: The Carol Doaks's 40 Bright and Bold files will be in a folder named 40 Bright and Bold.
Q.I own the Carol Doak Edition of Foundation Factory and the Help menu has an listing for Sewing Instructions. Yet when I click on it nothing happens. Why can't I access it?
A. The underlying program for the current version of Foundation Factory is used for many editions of Foundation Factory. However, the Carol Doak Editions are based on books written by Ms. Doak and Quilt Pro can not infringe on the copyrighted instructions included in those books. The books would be wonderful additions to any quilters library.
Q. I found some really nice blocks in the instructions, but I can't seem to find the blocks in Foundation Factory and I have looked through all the different folders. Where can I find them?
A. I believe what you are looking at is a preview of other editions of Foundation Factory. Over the picture of the blocks is a picture of the CD cover of the Edition the blocks are in. You will have to purchase that edition in order to use those blocks.
Q.Can I use Foundation Factory blocks in other quilting software?
A. No, the files are proprietary and as such are only usable in Foundation Factory, 123-Quilt and Quilt Pro. Ravenfield beta 7 download.
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Q.The print screen says I can print 4 patterns on a page, yet when I print I only get one pattern on a page. Why?
A. You can easily print multiple copies of any block by adjusting the 'Number of Copies' setting on the Print Screen. Many users intrepret the 'Number of Copies' setting to be the number of pages to be printed but in foundation Factory it means the number of patterns. So if you want 6 patterns enter 6 in the box before clicking the print button.
Q.Foundation Factory - Quilt Mag. Edition the Leaning Book block can not be pieced as numbered.
A. We have corrected the block. Click here to download. Save the file to your desktop, then double click it to install. It will install into the default installation location for Quilt Magazine Edition of Foundation Factory.
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Q.I have Vista or Windows 7 64 bit computer and I get an error message when I try to install Foundation Factory on my computer. How do I get the program installed?
A. Add your serial number Most of our program will work on a Vista or Windows 7, 64-bit computers. It's the file that starts the installer that is causing the problem. Here are two different ways to get around that:
When you insert the disk in the drive, the program should attempt to launch an install wizard for the program automatically. In this case, the AutoPlay dialog box will appear. However, instead of choosing to 'Run Autorun.exe' or 'install the program', you should choose 'Open folder to view files'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow. Then follow the on screen instructions.
Or
If the AutoPlay dialog box doesn't appear but gives you an error message instead, cancel the error message. Then go to the Start button, click on the Computer icon. Once in the Computer screen, you should see the CD with the program icon. Right-click on the icon and choose 'Explore' or 'Open'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow. Then follow the on screen instructions.
There are only 2 versions of Foundation Factory where these options will not work. They are the very first editions of Foundation Factory Standard Edition Volume 1 and The Carol Doak Designer Edition Volume 1. If you have these editions, you can email us for a download of the new editions. You MUST send us your original serial number to get a new download.
One last note: If your serial number looks like: No need to contact us, your program will work in Vista or Windows 7.
When you insert the disk in the drive, the program should attempt to launch an install wizard for the program automatically. In this case, the AutoPlay dialog box will appear. However, instead of choosing to 'Run Autorun.exe' or 'install the program', you should choose 'Open folder to view files'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow. Then follow the on screen instructions.
Or
If the AutoPlay dialog box doesn't appear but gives you an error message instead, cancel the error message. Then go to the Start button, click on the Computer icon. Once in the Computer screen, you should see the CD with the program icon. Right-click on the icon and choose 'Explore' or 'Open'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow. Then follow the on screen instructions.
There are only 2 versions of Foundation Factory where these options will not work. They are the very first editions of Foundation Factory Standard Edition Volume 1 and The Carol Doak Designer Edition Volume 1. If you have these editions, you can email us for a download of the new editions. You MUST send us your original serial number to get a new download.
One last note: If your serial number looks like: No need to contact us, your program will work in Vista or Windows 7.
Q.If I have other questions where can I get help?
A. If you have any questions not covered in this FAQ, please contact us at [email protected] Cached.
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Helpful information for loading older Foundation Factory CDs on Windows Computers.
Installing Quilt-Pro and other programs with
Windows 7, 8, 10 or Windows Vista
If you are unable to install your Quilt-Pro Systems program on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, the problem is actually with the 'auto run' program that starts the installer. Here are two ways to deal with the auto run program so that you can install your software:
Solution #1
When you insert the disk in the drive, the program should attempt to launch an install wizard for the program automatically. In this case, the AutoPlay dialog box will appear. However, instead of choosing to 'run Autorun.exe' or install the program, you should choose to 'Open folder to view files'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow.
Solution #2
If the AutoPlay dialog box doesn't appear but gives you an error message, click cancel to clear theerror message. Then go to the Start button, click on the Computer icon. Once in the Computer screen, you should see the CD with the program icon. Right-click on the icon and choose 'Explore' or 'Open'.Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow.
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Windows 7, 8, 10 or Windows Vista
If you are unable to install your Quilt-Pro Systems program on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, the problem is actually with the 'auto run' program that starts the installer. Here are two ways to deal with the auto run program so that you can install your software:
Solution #1
When you insert the disk in the drive, the program should attempt to launch an install wizard for the program automatically. In this case, the AutoPlay dialog box will appear. However, instead of choosing to 'run Autorun.exe' or install the program, you should choose to 'Open folder to view files'. Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow.
Solution #2
If the AutoPlay dialog box doesn't appear but gives you an error message, click cancel to clear theerror message. Then go to the Start button, click on the Computer icon. Once in the Computer screen, you should see the CD with the program icon. Right-click on the icon and choose 'Explore' or 'Open'.Then locate the program's setup file, called Setup or Setup.exe. Right Click on the file and choose Run as Administrator. When it asks you if you want the program to run, choose Allow.
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New Quilt Shop and Quilt Teacher Section:
Quilt Shops: The Carol Doak`s Foundation Paper can be ordered from your distributor or directly from C & T Publishing at 1-800-284-1114.
New Free Pattern For Teaching Paper Piecing: I am often asked if patterns from my books can be copied and distributed for the purpose of teaching a class. They cannot as this would violate copyright.However, I have uploaded a block pattern in the Free Patterns section that can be used for teaching others how to paper piece. Permission to reproduce the pattern is given for this purpose and is printed on the pattern.