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Cross Stitch Generator
Convert your photos into a cross stitch patterns! Everything runs in your browser - no uploads to a server.
Recommended starter settings
| Image type | Stitches wide | Max colors | Dithering | Confetti cleanup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logo / cartoon | 60–140 | 6–20 | Off | None / Light |
| Portrait photo | 150–250 | 24–50 | On | Light |
| Small icons | 40–80 | 4–10 | Off | Medium / Strong |
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Quick guide
- Choose an image (a simple photo or clear artwork works best).
- Pick a stitch width. Try 80–120 to start.
- Limit colors. Start with 12–24 DMC colors for cleaner charts.
- Optional: enable Dithering for smoother gradients.
- Optional: use Confetti cleanup to reduce isolated single stitches.
- Your first pattern generates automatically. Use Generate again after changing settings.
Troubleshooting
- If the chart is too detailed, reduce Stitches wide or Max DMC colors.
- If the chart is too blocky, increase Stitches wide (and optionally enable dithering).
- If printing is hard to read, increase Chart cell size (px).
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FAQ
Does this site upload my image?
No. The generator runs in your browser. Your image is processed on your device.
Why does my chart look “blocky”?
- Increase Stitches wide to add detail.
- Increase Max DMC colors a little.
- Try Floyd–Steinberg dithering for gradients.
Why do I see lots of single stitches (“confetti”)?
- Reduce Max DMC colors.
- Enable Confetti cleanup (start with Light).
- Try a simpler image or crop out noisy backgrounds.
Are the DMC colors accurate?
They’re a best-effort match. Always compare to real floss before buying a large set.
My printer makes the chart too small / hard to read. What can I do?
- Increase Chart cell size (px).
- Download the PNG and print it at a larger scale.
- For large charts, consider printing in multiple pages.
DMC Thread Colors
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Use the DMC number in each row to find matching six-strand embroidery floss. Check the color number on the product page before ordering.
| Shop | Symbol | Swatch | DMC | Color Name | Stitches |
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Complete your cross-stitch kit
Color Symbols Chart
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White & Black Symbols Chart
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Stitched Preview
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A fast preview without symbols or grid lines.
Outline Overlay
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Draws edges where colors change. Can be used as a backstitch guide.