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Cross-Stitch Grid Paper Generator

Build cross-stitch pattern grids sized to your Aida fabric count, complete with a color key legend, adjustable page margins, and center markers for fabric alignment. Preview the layout on screen, then download instantly.

Parameters

Paper Size
Orientation
Aida Fabric Count
Page Margins
T
R
B
L

T = Top, R = Right, B = Bottom, L = Left

Grid Configuration
Color Key / Legend
ROWS
Grid Lines
Highlight Lines
Background Color

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Design a fabric-matched cross-stitch chart

This cross-stitch grid generator matches your Aida fabric count exactly, so each cell on the page represents one stitch at true scale. Choose 11, 14, 16, or 18 count, or set a custom cell size in millimeters or inches for specialty or evenweave fabric. Bold guideline lines mark every 10 stitches — the same convention used on commercial pattern charts — alongside optional stitch numbering and center markers for aligning your design on fabric. A built-in color key table tracks symbol, color, thread number, and description for each thread, and page margins can be widened to reserve space for that legend beneath the grid. Every chart renders in your browser and downloads as PDF, PNG, or SVG.

Set fabric count and chart options

  • Unit System: Match Aida fabric count (11, 14, 16, or 18) or set a custom cell size in mm or inches.
  • Paper: Choose A3, A4, Letter, A5, or Legal; portrait or landscape.
  • Page Margins: Set margins from 5–60mm; reserve extra space at the bottom for the color key, and center the grid horizontally or vertically.
  • Grid Options: Toggle stitch numbering and center markers on or off.
  • Color Key: Add a legend with Symbol, Color, Thread #, and Description columns (2–20 rows).
  • Line Styles: Set weight and color independently for the normal grid and the bold 10-stitch guideline.
  • Background: Pick from 10 preset colors.
  • Preview: Check the layout on screen before exporting.
  • Export: Download as PDF, PNG, or SVG.

Chart tools that match fabric

  • Aida-Accurate Cells: 11 count (2.31mm), 14 count (1.81mm), 16 count (1.59mm), and 18 count (1.41mm) cell sizing, or custom mm/inch.
  • Color Key Legend: Track Symbol, Color, Thread #, and Description across 2–20 rows.
  • Center Markers: Arrow markers (▼ ▶) show the exact fabric center for alignment.
  • Bold 10-Stitch Blocks: Highlight lines every 10 stitches, matching standard pattern-chart conventions.
  • Page Margins: Adjustable 5–60mm margins with horizontal or vertical centering.
  • Background Colors: 10 preset tones or a custom palette.
  • Formats: Export as PDF (print), PNG (300 DPI), or SVG (vector).
  • Print-Ready: Cell dimensions hold true scale on any printer.

Count and margin shortcuts

  • 14 Count: The most common choice — a good default unless a pattern specifies otherwise.
  • 11 Count: Larger cells suit beginners and big, bold projects.
  • 18 Count: Smaller cells for fine detail and miniatures.
  • Bottom Margin: Widen the bottom margin before adding a large color key so the legend doesn't crowd the grid.

Who this chart helps

  • Browser-Based: Charts generate instantly in your browser — no software to install.
  • Aida-Matched Sizing: Cell dimensions align to real fabric counts, so finished pieces measure as expected.
  • Built-In Color Key: A ready-made legend table for thread symbols and numbers.
  • Multiple Formats: Export PDF, PNG, or SVG depending on how you plan to print or share the chart.

Aida count → cell size reference

Each chart cell matches one stitch. These millimeter sizes are the Aida Fabric Count options in the editor (default: 14-count). Inch values are conversions of those same cells.

Aida countCell size (mm)Cell size (inch)Best for
11-count2.31mm0.091inBeginners, bold motifs
14-count1.81mm0.071inMost commercial patterns
16-count1.59mm0.063inFiner detail
18-count1.41mm0.056inMiniatures, dense designs

For linen or evenweave that is not a standard Aida count, switch the unit system to mm or inch and enter a custom cell size under Grid Cell Size.

Fabric and thread notes

  • Match Fabric, Not Habit: Set the Aida count to the fabric you're actually stitching on — count mismatches are the most common cause of size surprises.
  • Color Key Columns: The legend follows a standard layout — Symbol, Color, Thread #, Description — so it drops straight into most pattern conventions.
  • Center Markers First: Fold fabric into quarters and mark the center before stitching; the ▼ ▶ arrows on the chart show where to start.
  • Custom Cell Size: Switch to mm or inch input when working on linen or evenweave fabric that doesn't match a standard Aida count.

Cross-stitch chart questions

Aida counts, color keys, margins, and export formats

What is Aida count?

Aida count is the number of squares per inch woven into the fabric. 14 count means 14 stitches per inch — the higher the count, the smaller each cell and the finer the detail.

What do the bold lines every 10 stitches mean?

The bold guideline lines mark blocks of 10 stitches, the same convention used on most commercial pattern charts, so you can count and transfer a design without losing your place.

Which Aida count should I use?

14 count works for most projects and patterns. 11 count suits beginners and larger designs, while 18 count is better for fine detail and miniatures.

Can I use a custom cell size instead of Aida count?

Yes. Switch the unit system to MM or INCH to set a custom cell size — useful for linen, evenweave, or other non-standard fabrics.

What is the color key legend for?

The color key is a table below the grid with Symbol, Color, Thread #, and Description columns. Fill it in as you assign thread colors while designing a pattern.

What do the center markers do?

The ▼ and ▶ markers show the exact center of the grid, matching the fold-in-quarters method most stitchers use to find the center of their fabric.

What file formats can I download?

You can download in PDF (best for printing), PNG (raster image, 300 DPI), or SVG (vector, editable).

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