How to find your place in a cross stitch chart
Return to a bold grid line, compare a completed shape, then recount in tens. Mark stitches in Track progress as you go.
Cross Stitch Pattern Maker
Turn a photo into an editable cross stitch pattern, or start with a blank chart. Adjust every stitch, print a clear pattern, and track your progress—all in your browser.
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Try a cross stitch pattern
Cross stitch guide
How to stitch this pattern
Details below update with the chart.
1. Prepare the fabric and thread
Finish or tape fraying edges. Fold the fabric vertically and horizontally to find its center, then align it with the chart center.
Separate the working strands shown above. If floss repeatedly fuzzes or knots, use a shorter length and check the needle eye.
2. Read and mark the chart
Each filled square is one full cross. Match its symbol to the color key. Use the bold 10 × 10 grid lines as counting checkpoints.
3. Work each row
For one-color rows, work the first diagonal across, then return to complete each cross. Keep every top diagonal pointing the same way.
Pull only until the floss lies flat. If the cloth puckers, loosen the stitches and hoop tension.
4. Change color and finish
Work nearby areas first. Long carries can show through, distort the cloth, or catch the needle; end the thread and restart instead.
Weave the tail under several stitches, then trim it. Follow care labels before washing. When pressing is allowed, place the work face down on a clean towel.
Common problems while stitching
Why does my thread keep knotting?
Ease the knot open with the needle tip, untwist the floss, and continue with a shorter length.
Why does one stitch look different?
Check its top diagonal. A reversed cross catches the light differently.
How to fix puckered cross stitch fabric
Loosen the thread or hoop. Stitches should rest on the fabric without pulling its holes inward.
More craft tools
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Make a cross stitch pattern in three steps
Start with an image or blank chart, refine the stitches, then save or print what you need.
Choose your starting point
Upload a photo, open a sample, or create a blank chart with the stitch dimensions you want.
Edit the chart
Adjust the size and colors, then use the drawing tools to change individual stitches and clean up the pattern.
Save, print, and stitch
Save the project in this browser, export a printable chart or backup, and mark your progress as you stitch.
Cross stitch pattern maker FAQ
What to expect when you create, save, and export a pattern in your browser.
How do I make a cross stitch pattern from a photo?
Choose Convert, upload a JPEG, PNG or WebP image, then set the pattern size and number of colors. You can edit individual stitches before saving or exporting the chart.
Can I create a cross stitch pattern from scratch?
Yes. Start a blank chart, choose its width and height, then draw with the brush, fill, shape and text tools. Each filled square represents one full cross stitch.
Are my photos uploaded or shared?
No. Image conversion happens locally in this browser. Your source image, chart and project notes are not sent to a server by this tool.
What can I download?
You can export a pattern PNG, a printable PDF chart or pattern pack, and a materials CSV. A project backup keeps the editable chart and can be imported later.
Do I need an account?
No account is needed. Projects are saved in this browser when you choose Save. Download a project backup before clearing browser data or moving to another device.
Does it work on phones and tablets?
The workspace adapts to phone, tablet and desktop screens. Browser storage and download behavior can vary by device, so keep a project backup for important work.
Does it support half stitches or backstitch?
Not in this version. The editor currently treats every filled square as one full cross stitch.
Is crochet supported?
No. This workspace currently focuses on making and editing full cross stitch patterns.