Fanimation 2 is a digital pinwheel pantograph with extra spin. More fan blades radiate out from each center point. This creates a busier, fuller look than our original Fanimation design. Backtracking stays minimal, so your longarm moves with ease.
This pinwheel quilting pantograph works great for modern quilts. It's also a strong pick for kite shape quilting pattern fans who want more texture per row. It's a solid choice for the best pantograph for longarm beginners, since the shapes still repeat in a simple way.
Fanimation 2 is one of our digital quilting designs. It comes as an instant download the moment you buy it. It works with a wide range of longarm quilting software, so setup is quick. Rows repeat clean and neat. This gives your quilt a rich, spinning finish.
Want a digital pinwheel pantograph with real depth? Fanimation 2 brings dense, whirling motion to any quilt. It's a lovely pick for an easy edge to edge pantograph for longarm work. Add it to your shop today and give your quilt some fuller fan-inspired flair.
Product Specifications
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Default Height: 12"
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Default Width: 15.5"
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Default Offset: 0%
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Recommended Gap: -3.95"
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Backtracking: Minimal
What's Included
- One ZIP file with 15+ digital quilting file formats
- Formats include BQM, CQP, DXF, HQA, HQF, HQV, HQW, IQP, LMF, PAT, PLT, QCC, QLI, SSD, TXT, and JPG
- Compatible with a wide range of longarm quilting and embroidery software
- Instant download after purchase
- Digital product only — no physical item will be shipped
Why Quilters Love Fanimation 2 - Digital Pinwheel Pantograph
- A busier, denser digital pinwheel pantograph with more fan blades per row
- A natural companion to Fanimation 1 for quilters who want a fuller spinning look
- Minimal backtracking keeps the stitch-out smooth, even with the extra detail
- A great pantograph for longarm beginners, since the repeat stays simple to follow
- One of our liveliest digital pantographs for longarm quilting — perfect for quilters who want an easy edge to edge pantograph for longarm with extra visual punch
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Fanimation 2 different from Fanimation 1?
Fanimation 2 packs more fan blades into each spinning center, giving it a busier, fuller look. Fanimation 1 has a cleaner, simpler pinwheel with fewer blades. Both share the same size and settings.
Is Fanimation 2 still good for beginners, even with the extra detail?
Yes. The pattern still repeats in a simple way, and backtracking stays minimal, so it remains one of our better picks for quilters newer to longarm pantograph work.
Is Fanimation 2 a digital pantograph or a paper pattern?
It's a fully digital quilting design. No paper pattern or physical item ships — you'll get an instant download link right after checkout.
Will this pinwheel pantograph work with my longarm software?
Yes. Fanimation 2 includes several file formats made for longarm quilting and embroidery software, so it fits a wide range of computerized systems.
What kinds of quilts suit Fanimation 2 best?
This digital pinwheel pantograph is a great match for modern quilts, kite shape quilting pattern fans, and any all-over design that wants extra texture and movement.
What settings give the best results?
We recommend default height and width, a 0% offset, and a gap of -3.95" so the pinwheel blades nest together cleanly.
Please Note
This is a digital download only. No physical product will be shipped. Please make sure your quilting software supports one of the included file formats before purchasing. Because this is a digital product, all sales are final.
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Related pattern: Fanimation 1 - pinwheel quilting pantograph
