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Based on PA Blog tutorial
Gimp is for rasterized art, what Inkscape is for vector art: free and outstanding!!! I especially wanted to give this tutorial a try, because it is an adaptation of a Photoshop tut! And what a result. Just love it.

So I guess by now the software of THE little FACTORY is about collected. Ever forward from scratch... 

 
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I just followed another tut, you can check it here. Places to develop your inkscape skills are really everywhere on the net, but I adore the selection of the official site the most I guess. Some amazing stuff can be found there!!
For those who think freeware is not able to compete with other professional programs, check this out. 
Inkscape is a goldmine, just learn how to dig!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 
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Based on Noclayto tutorial
Ha, in this factory, it's all about the process. The results may follow along, but foremost it has to be fun! And believe me Inkscape is a perfect tool for that, for beginners (like me) to masters all over the globe.

And why not start with a few tutorials, just to get the hang of it? This one is made by Noclayto, and I just love it. Check it out here. Have fun...