Free Cross Stitch Pattern Maker from Photo — Create Counted Cross Stitch Patterns Online

Cross-stitch software that sparks joy

Turn Photos Into Cross Stitch Patterns You'll Love to Stitch

A free cross stitch pattern maker that converts photos into clean, stitchable patterns. Design counted cross stitch from scratch or images, export printable PDFs – all in your browser.

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Works on Mac, Windows, iPad & Android
No download — works in your browser
Pattern Keeper compatible PDFs

Cross stitch pattern design software that actually works

Professional tools without the learning curve.

Real-time photo conversion

Drop in any image and watch it transform. Adjust size, colors, thread brand—see results instantly.

Print-ready PDF export

One click to professional charts with symbols, legends, thread counts. Pattern Keeper compatible.

Smart color management

20+ thread brands. Reduce colors intelligently, swap palettes, calculate skeins automatically.

Full stitch support

Full cross, half, quarter, three-quarter, backstitch, French knots. If you can stitch it, you can design it.

Non-destructive editing

Layers, transforms, unlimited undo. Experiment freely—your work is always safe.

Design anywhere

Mac, Windows, Chromebook, iPad. No install, no sync issues. Your browser is your studio.

Turn any photo into a pattern worth stitching

Most converters give you a pixelated mess with scattered single stitches everywhere. StitchMate shows you the pattern's FLOW Score—a quality metric that predicts how satisfying it will be to actually stitch. Adjust settings and watch the score update in real time.

  • See pattern quality scored 0-100 as you adjust
  • Spots confetti, redundant colors, and palette issues automatically
  • Fine-tune until the pattern flows, not just looks right
Try it with your photo

Full control over every color

Swap any thread for any other. Work with what you have in your stash, or design for a specific brand from the start.

  • Remap colors to different threads instantly
  • Switch between DMC, Anchor, Madeira & more
  • Find substitutes for discontinued colors

More than a converter—a real design tool

Create original patterns from scratch or refine converted images with precision drawing tools built specifically for cross-stitch.

  • Brush, fill, line, and shape tools
  • Full, half, quarter & backstitch support
  • Unlimited undo—experiment freely

PDFs that actually print well

One click to professional charts with symbols, color keys, and thread counts. Whether you're printing for yourself or selling on Etsy.

  • Vector-sharp symbols at any size
  • Complete thread legend with codes
  • Pattern Keeper compatible

Clear pricing, no surprises

One-time purchases. No subscriptions.

Free
No account required
$0
  • Export patterns up to 150×150 stitches
  • Export up to 20 thread colors
  • All editing tools
  • PNG export
  • Up to 3 saved patterns
  • With a free account:
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Up to 5 saved patterns

No sign-up needed to start

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Most Popular
Hobby
For passionate stitchers
$59/yearSave 38% $7.99/month $99 one-time
Pay once, own forever
  • Export patterns up to 500×500 stitches
  • Export with unlimited colors
  • Unlimited saved patterns
  • PDF exports
  • Pattern Keeper compatible
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Personal use only
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Pro
For serious designers
$99/yearSave 45% $14.99/month $149 one-time
Pay once, own forever
  • Everything in Hobby, plus:
  • Export patterns up to 1000×1000 stitches
  • Commercial use included
  • Brandless PDF exports
  • Custom branding on PDF exports
  • Priority support
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One-time purchase, not a subscription.
All prices in USD. Taxes (e.g. VAT, GST, or sales tax) may apply depending on your location.
Your patterns stay if you switch plans. 14-day money-back guarantee.

Common questions

The core features are free—convert photos, edit patterns, export previews. No account required. Premium tiers unlock larger patterns, more colors, and clean PDF exports for serious creators.
Yes—that's what StitchMate does best. Upload any image and watch it convert to a counted cross stitch pattern in real time. Adjust size, colors, and thread brand until it looks right. Most photos convert in under 30 seconds.
StitchMate runs in any modern browser—iPad, Android tablets, Chromebooks, Mac, Windows, even Linux. No app download needed. Just open the site and start designing.
Yes. StitchMate includes a text tool with multiple fonts designed for cross stitch. Add names, dates, or messages to any pattern. Perfect for birth samplers, wedding gifts, and personalized designs.
No. StitchMate runs entirely in your browser—Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook. Just open the site and start creating.
Yes. Our PDF exports are designed for Pattern Keeper—proper grid detection, accurate colors, all stitch types.
DMC, Anchor, Madeira, Cosmo, JP Coats, and more. Switch between brands instantly, or build custom mixed palettes with threads you already own.
Yes. Patterns you create are yours. The Pro tier includes commercial licensing—perfect for Etsy shops and pattern designers. The Hobby tier is for personal use only.
No account needed to create and export. Your work auto-saves in your browser. Upgrade to sync patterns across devices and access them anywhere.
Most converters give you a fixed result with too many colors. StitchMate lets you adjust everything in real-time and see results instantly—the goal is patterns you'll actually want to stitch.

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