Free Online Pattern Maker

This tool will make a PDF document with a cross-stitch pattern. You choose an image stored on your computer. Make sure the image size is less than 5 Megabytes.

1. Choose a maximum number of thread colors. The resulting pattern will often have less colors than this maximum number.
2. Choose a desired length (in stitches) of the longer side of your finished cross-stitch design.
3. Select an image saved on your computer and press "Create pattern as a PDF document" button.
4. Save or print the resulting PDF document.

Maximum number of DMC colors (2-150):

Desired length of the longer side in stitches (10-400):

Thread type: DMC Cotton Paternayan Rug

Select image from your computer:

If you have any suggestions or want to discuss the Pattern Maker please click here.

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