The Story Behind Stitchmate
Cross stitch software hasn't changed much since 2005. We thought it was time for something better.
The Problem We Noticed
Most cross-stitch pattern software was built in the Windows XP era and it shows. Clunky interfaces. Windows-only. No way to check if a pattern will actually be enjoyable to stitch before you commit 200 hours to it.
Photo converters create "confetti"—scattered single stitches that look fine on screen but are miserable to actually stitch. You don't discover this until you're halfway through.
Pattern sellers need Pattern Keeper compatibility, but have to choose between expensive desktop software or web tools that can't deliver professional results.
What We Built Instead
Stitchmate is cross-stitch pattern software designed to feel as satisfying as stitching itself.
It runs in your browser—no download, works on Mac, Windows, Chromebook, even tablets. But more importantly, it's built around a simple idea: patterns should be enjoyable to stitch, not just pretty to look at.
That's why we created FLOW score—a quality metric that tells you how stitchable a pattern is before you start. And confetti cleanup tools that fix the isolated stitches other converters leave behind.
Who Makes This?
Stitchmate is built by a solo developer who got frustrated with existing options and decided to build something better. No venture capital, no corporate roadmap—just software made by someone who cares about getting it right.
This means development is focused on what actually helps stitchers, not what looks good in investor presentations. Feature requests go directly to the person writing the code.
Based in Tbilisi, Georgia. Launched in 2025.
Who Uses Stitchmate?
Hobbyist Stitchers
Turn favorite photos into personal projects. Custom gifts, pet portraits, landscapes—patterns that mean something to you.
Pixel Art Fans
Design retro sprites, convert existing pixel art, or create original designs with precise color control.
Pattern Sellers
Professional PDFs with thread lists and Pattern Keeper compatibility. Everything you need for Etsy shops.
Original Designers
Full creative control with drawing tools, shape tools, and unlimited undo. Build patterns stitch by stitch.
See For Yourself
It's free to try. No account required, no credit card, no time limit.
See how Stitchmate compares to PCStitch, WinStitch, and other alternatives →