Pattern

last modified: October 23, 2025

New Version 2 of the Pattern Generator

Posted on 2023-07-25— Projects, Software

I've released Pattern Generator v2.0.4 with a rewritten 64-bit fixed-point backend, a new shape browser, extra placement algorithms, adjustable canvas shapes, faster style previews and improved file handling. It's free for macOS and Windows — read the full post to see examples, download links and details.

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Large Update to the Circle Pattern Generator

Posted on 2022-11-09— Projects, Software

I’ve just released version 1.4.1 of the Circle Pattern Generator with new shapes, rotation, dynamic colour controls and circular/elliptical canvases for macOS and Windows. If you enjoy generative patterns or SVG exports, please read the full post and try the download — I’d appreciate your feedback.

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Pattern Generator Documentation

Posted on 2022-11-09

I've moved the Pattern Generator documentation to a new location. This page now points you to the updated manual and UI reference for pattern generation, circle tools, and generator usage. Please follow the link to the main documentation — I hope the reorganized docs make things clearer and more useful.

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Box in 500 Sizes with Smileys

Posted on 2021-01-19— 3D Printing, Projects

I've released a set of 500 3D-printable boxes decorated with smileys, each with two lid options and clear part-numbering to pick inner dimensions. I share printing tips, material recommendations, and a GitHub link for STL downloads—please read the full post for files and printing guidance.

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Box with Random Line Pattern

Posted on 2021-01-17— 3D Printing, Projects

I created a set of 500 printable boxes with a random line pattern—each box unique, sized 35–120 mm with two lid fits per size. I cover part naming, printing tips, and where to download the STLs. If you use 3D printing, please read the full post for files and guidance.

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Pattern Generator

Posted on 2020-10-02

I created the Pattern Generator to help you arrange circular shapes evenly within a frame. The app gives detailed control over placement, shape, and color, and lets you export SVG, PNG or JPEG and save projects. Read the full guide to learn how to make and reproduce patterns.

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Circle Pattern Generator

Posted on 2020-10-01— Common, Software

I developed a small application that generates randomized circle patterns inside a defined rectangle, letting you tweak width, height, precision, spacing and item counts. Results export to SVG and the latest version is available for download. Read the full post for interface details and usage tips.

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How to Write Custom Snowflake Patterns

Posted on 2019-12-07— Projects

I’ll walk you through creating custom patterns for your snowflake decoration, covering double-buffering, frame-sync, non-linear PWM, fixed-point math and the scene interface in C++. If you can solder and use an SWD programmer, read on for practical examples and a ready-to-edit User scene template.

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Snowflake Configuration

Posted on 2019-11-22— Projects

I walk you through the Snowflake v1.2 firmware's button-based configuration: short vs long presses, auto and single modes, LED indicators, and pattern durations. I explain the six-second timeout and that settings aren't saved after power loss—please read the full post for step-by-step usage and tips.

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