How to Import Your Digitizer’s Dream Workshop Files


Follow these steps to download and open your workshop lesson files inside the Embroidery Legacy Software:

1. Download the Lesson Files

  • Log in to EmbroideryLegacy.com
  •  using your account.
  • Go to Courses → My Courses → Digitizer’s Dream Workshop.
  • Open Week 1 → Run Stitch Basics and Drawing Shapes (or the lesson you’re on).
  • Click Download Lesson File.
2. Extract the Files

  • Locate the downloaded ZIP folder in your Downloads folder.
  • Right-click and select Extract All.
  • A new folder will appear containing your lesson files (.JDX format).
3. Open in EL Software

  • Launch the Embroidery Legacy Software.
  • Go to the top left and click Open.
  • Navigate to your extracted lesson folder.
  • Choose the file labeled Master to digitize along with the lesson.
  • Use the Done file to compare your work with John’s finished version.
4. Backdrop Visibility

  • If you don’t see the artwork, click on Backdrop inside the software.
  • Toggle the backdrop visibility on or off as needed.
That’s it! Repeat these steps for each lesson: download, extract, open the Master file, and use the Done file as your reference.
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