Your Ideas are all it takes
Artspira connects with any Brother wireless enabled embroidery and ScanNCut DX machine.
You can easily edit, design, and create on-the-go, then transfer your ideas to your machines.
For download instructions and software requirements, click here or scan the QR code.
Embroidery: create next-level designs
Artspira: Brother’s all-in-one embroidery design app
With the Brother Artspira mobile design app, the power to create bespoke embroidery designs is now in your hands. Send wirelessly to your Brother embroidery machine when you’re ready to start stitching.
Use Artspira on your mobile device to:
Draw embroidery designs Import your own designs
Edit embroidery designs by adding text, borders and additional motifs
Access 1,000s of embroidery designs and projects from the Artspira Library
Create bespoke monograms Purchase Disney-inspired embroidery designs*
Convert images to embroidery**
Covert into cross stitch effect**
Decorate fonts**
*requires additional in app purchase.
** requires Artspira+ subscription
Sublimation: sublime personalisation is just a click away
Artspira: expand your sublimation printing design skills
With the Brother Artspira mobile design app, you can develop bespoke designs on-the-go. Send wirelessly to your Brother SP1 Sublimation Printer when you’re ready to start personalising.
Use Artspira on your mobile device to:
Import your own designs
Edit sublimation designs by adding backgrounds, text, borders and additional motifs
Access 100s of sublimation designs, geometric patterns and projects from the Artspira Library
Create bespoke monograms
Sublimate onto white embroidery
Save time with built-in standardised sublimation templates
Convert images to sublimation designs*
Decorate fonts*
* requires Artspira+ subscription
Cutting: make your own cutting-edge designs
Artspira: Brother’s on-the-go cutting design app
With the Brother Artspira mobile design app, you can create cutting designs wherever and whenever you like. Send wirelessly to your Brother ScanNCut DX cutting machine when you’re ready to start crafting.
Use Artspira on your mobile device to:
Draw cutting designs
Import your own designs
Create line tracing designs
Edit cutting designs by adding text, borders and additional motifs
Access 1,000s of cutting designs and projects from the Artspira Library
Create bespoke monograms
Purchase Disney-inspired cutting designs*
Convert images to cutting data**
Decorate fonts**
*requires additional in app purchase.
** requires Artspira+ subscription
Sewing: support and education in the palm of your hand
Artspira: support and education At your side
With the Brother Artspira mobile app, you can access sewing support materials and educational videos without having to walk away from your sewing machine. We’re proud to be At the side of our sewing community and can’t wait to add more features for you to access. Watch this space!
Use Artspira on your mobile device to:
Access machine specific support materials
Watch machine relevant educational videos
Artspira in action
Check out the clips below to see how easy it is to make every project yours with Artspira.
The sky's the limit
There's a whole world of creativity waiting for you
Design editors for cutting & embroidery
Easy to use editing tools help you create and customise cutting and embroidery designs to your liking.
My Creations
Save up to 20 custom designs in your My Creations tab.
Show off your creative side
Share your Artspira designed makes on your social media channels or on the gallery in Artspira.
Line art tracing
Transform your one-of-a-kind photographs into ready-to use patterns for your ScanNCut DX.
Artspira magazine
Enjoy a weekly digital magazine full of fresh new project ideas and useful tips.
Embroidery design
Use your mobile device to create one-of-a-kind embroidery designs that are as unique and beautiful as you are.
Import your own designs
Save and import up to 20 designs in Artspira!
Design templates
Includes editable text for endless personalisation options.
Which Brother machines are compatible with Artspira?
Most Brother wireless enabled embroidery, cutting, sublimation and fabric printing machines are compatible with Artspira. If your machine is compatible with Artspira, it is also compatible with Artspira+.
Embroidery machines: Aveneer EV1, Luminaire XP1,XP2, XP3, Stellaire XE1, XJ1, XE2, XJ2, Celeste CX1e, NV880E, NV2700, NQ3700D, F540E, M330E, M370, M380D, PR1060W, PR1055X, PR680W.
ScanNCut DX cutting machines: SDX1000, SDX1200, SDX1250, SDX2200D, SDX2250D.
Craft printers: Sublimation Printer SP1.
Sewing machines: Users can use Artspira to access manuals and training materials, however please note that you cannot transfer files at this time.
Artspira: frequently asked questions
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I’m having login issues!
Please contact support: https://www.brother.com.au/en/support
Please include any details about the fault, the device you’re accessing on, and your user name.
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What is Artspira?
Artspira is Brother’s mobile design app that works with our compatible, wireless and Bluetooth enabled embroidery, cutting and sublimation printing machines.
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Is Artspira free?Yes! Artspira is free to download and use. You don't need a subscription. However, the Artspira+ subscription gives you access to more functions, designs and projects.
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Where can I download Artspira from?Artspira is a mobile device app that has been developed for use on mobile phones and tablets. You can download Artspira from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
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What software do I need for Artspira?Android: Version 8.0 or later
iOS / iPadOS: Version 15.0 or later (compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch).
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Can I log into Artspira from multiple mobile devices?Yes. As long as you have your username and password details and the Artspira app installed.
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Can I use Artspira offline?No. Artspira is a cloud-based mobile design app. Your mobile or tablet must be connected to either wireless or data* to access Artspira. However, Artspira can be used away from your Brother machines and saved for later use.
When transferring your designs to your Brother machines, both your Brother machines and mobile device must be connected to wireless, bluetooth or data*.
*Your mobile provider may charge you if you are connected to data, depending on your usage plan. Brother is not responsible for any charges incurred when attached to data. -
Which Brother machines are compatible with Artspira?
Most Brother wireless enabled embroidery, cutting, sublimation and fabric printing machines are compatible with Artspira. If your machine is compatible with Artspira, it is also compatible with Artspira+.
Embroidery machines:- Aveneer EV1
- Luminaire XP1, XP2, XP3
- Stellaire XE1, XJ1, XE2, XJ2
- Celeste CX1e
- NV880E, NV2700, NQ3700D
- F540E,
- M330E, M370, M380D
- PR1060W, PR1055X, PR680W
ScanNCut DX cutting machines:
- SDX1000, SDX1200, SDX1250D, SDX2200D, SDX2250D
Craft printers:
- Sublimation Printer SP1
Sewing machines: users can use Artspira to access manuals and training materials, however please note that you cannot transfer files at this time.
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How many machines can I connect to my Artspira account?
You can currently link four (total) compatible embroidery, cutting, fabric printing and sublimation machines to any one Artspira account. If you have more than four machines, you can delete and re-add machines as and when needed.
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Why can I see product categories that I don’t own in the Artspira app?
Artspira is Brother’s all-in-one mobile design app that encompasses embroidery, cutting, and sublimation printing.
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Can I access Artspira from my desktop?Not currently.
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What is the difference between Artspira and Artspira+?Artspira is free to download and use. You do not need to pay any money to use Artspira.
Artspira+ is a subscription which unlocks more designs, Weekly Inspo issues, projects and features. You do not need to download another app.
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Do I have to pay for Artspira+?Yes, Artspira+ is a subscription service. You can choose to pay monthly, or yearly.
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Is there a free trial of Artspira+?Yes, you can try Artspira+ for free for one month before being charged. You can only access the free trial once.
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Will I be charged straight away for Artspira+?If you haven’t used a free one-month trial before you will get one month free. At the end of the one month free, you will be charged.
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If I cancel my one month free trial of Artspira will I be charged?No, if you cancel the trial early, you won’t be charged.
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If I cancel my Artspira+ subscription, will I be refunded?No. If you pay monthly, you will be able to access Artspira+ until the end of that month. If you pay yearly, you will be able to access Artspira+ until the end of the subscription term for that year.
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I did not authorise a subscription to Artspira+ but have been charged.If you signed up to the one-month Artspira+ free trial and did not cancel it, you will be charged. If you have not signed up to the subscription and have been charged, please reach out to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
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How do I find Artspira+ content within the app?All Artspira+ content is marked with a crown icon. If the crown icon is white, you do not have a current Artspira+ subscription and can only view the content. If the crown icon is coloured blue, you have a current Artspira+ subscription and can both view and use the content.
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Will I lose access to my saved projects if I cancel my Artspira+ subscription?If you downgrade from Artspira+ to Artspira and have over 20 saved designs, you will need to choose which designs to keep and delete the other BEFORE you downgrade. Only the first 20 designs will be carried over to Artspira.
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If I digitise a design using an Artspira+ feature can I transfer the design if I downgrade my subscription?If the design is one of the 20 saved designs you chose before you downgraded to Artspira, then you can transfer.
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What is the difference between CanvasWorkspace, Artspira, Artspira+, PE-Design and Brother BE Embroidery Studio software?Artspira: free Brother mobile embroidery, cutting and craft printing design app.
Artspira+: the enhanced, subscription version of Artspira with more features and designs.
CanvasWorkspace: free browser and desktop-based design suite for ScanNCut.
PE Design: embroidery digitising software.
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Can I access CanvasWorkspace via Artspira?No. CanvasWorkspace and Artspira are separate programs.
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How often is Artspira updated with new content?Artspira is updated with new designs monthly. An issue of Weekly Inspo, which includes projects and Collection of the Month designs is released weekly.
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Why can’t I access all Weekly Inspo and Collection of the Month data?Each month, the first issue of Weekly Inspo is free and available to all Artspira and Artspira+ users. This includes all projects, patterns and the first part of the Collection of the Month.
The subsequent Weekly Inspo issues, including the projects and patterns contained, plus the rest of the Collection of the Month patterns can be viewed by all Artspira and Artspira+ members. However, they are only available for use by Artspira+ subscribers. -
How many times can I access Artspira a month?Artspira has unlimited access. You need to upgrade to an Artspira+ account if you wish to access certain designs, projects or features.
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How many times can I transfer a design from Artspira?Artspira has unlimited transfers. You need to upgrade to an Artspira+ account if you wish to access certain designs, projects or features.
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Can I download designs from Artspira?Yes, you can upload your own designs. With Artspira you can upload and save 20 designs in the cloud. With an Artspira+ subscripton, this number increases to 100.
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Can I upload my own designs into Artspira?Yes, you can upload your own designs. With Artspira you can upload and save 20 designs in the cloud. With an Artspira+ subscripton, this number increases to 100.
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Can I upload licensed designs into Artspira?No, you cannot upload licensed designs into Artspira.
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What file types can I upload into Artspira?You can upload the following file types:
Embroidery: PES, PHC, PHX, DST.
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Can I use Artspira’s designs for personal use?Yes, you can use all Artspira’s built-in designs for personal use. This includes any Artist and purchased Disney-inspired designs.
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Can I give away anything with an Artspira design on as a gift?Yes, you can give anything that has been decorated with Artspira’s built-in designs away as gifts. This includes any Artist and purchased Disney-inspired designs.
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Can I sell anything with an Artspira design on?Yes, you can sell anything that has been decorated with Artspira’s built-in designs. However, this excludes any Artist and purchased Disney-inspired designs.
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Can I share makes with Artspira designs on my social media?Yes! We love to see what people make. You can share your Artspira designed makes on your social media channels or on the gallery in Artspira.
Why not tag us in your makes so we can share them and inspire others? All the links to our social media channels are at the bottom of this page. Make sure that you’re following us as we add free projects, downloads and competitions to our social pages regularly. -
Do I need an Artspira+ subscription to access Disney-inspired designs?No. Both Artspira and Artspira+ users may access the library of Disney-inspired designs.
Currently, Disney-inspired designs are only available for Artspira compatible embroidery and cutting machines. Disney designs are associated with your Artspira ID and can only be used on the Brother embroidery and cutting machines that are registered in your Artspira account. -
Do I need to pay extra for the Disney-inspired Artspira designs?Yes. Disney-inspired designs must be purchased within the Artspira app. Artspira+ subscription holders will pay less for their Disney-inspired designs.
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Can I download Disney-inspired designs?No. Artspira is a mobile, cloud-based service. You transfer purchased Disney-inspired designs to your compatible Brother embroidery and cutting machines wirelessly.
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Can I save Disney-inspired designs to my machine or a USB stick?No. Artspira is a mobile, cloud-based service. You transfer purchased Disney-inspired designs to your compatible Brother embroidery and cutting machines wirelessly.
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Can I access my Disney-inspired designs if I stop using Artspira?No. Your purchased Disney-inspired designs live within your Artspira app. You will have the Disney designs if you have an active Artspira account. Please note that if you close your Artspira Account, you will lose access to the Disney designs you purchased, and there will be no way to restore the designs you purchased, even if you choose to reactivate your Artspira account.
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Once I have purchased a Disney-inspired pattern in Artspira do I own it?No. The ownership of the design belongs to Disney. The licence allows you to use the design on compatible Brother embroidery and cutting machines for personal use.
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Can I edit Disney-inspired designs?No. You cannot edit the Disney embroidery designs but the Disney cutting designs can be resized within the cutting mat size range. You can add text around the design or to the background.
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Does Australia have the Artspira Artist program?Not at this stage
What is the difference between Artspira and Artspira+
Disclaimers:
*Images are for illustrative purposes only.
*Actual output may vary.
*Additional download and wireless connection required.
*App compatibility may vary based on operating system.
**Buy single designs within Artspira app and use with your compatible Brother embroidery and cutting machines. In-app purchase necessary. Artspira+ subscribers receive 30% discount off Disney designs.