Learn pattern design from photo conversion to professional techniques. Practical guides written for real stitchers.
Choose the right photos, set optimal settings, and create patterns you'll actually want to stitch.
Learn what those fabric numbers mean and how to choose the right count for your skill level and project.
Learn why 15-30 colors is the sweet spot for most patterns and how to avoid the dreaded confetti problem.
Learn which colors to cut and which to keep. Simplify patterns without losing quality.
Learn the real math behind project timing. Calculate your speed and plan projects you'll actually finish.
Learn what makes a pattern actually stitchable. The FLOW Score measures fragmentation, locality, and more.
Learn why scattered single stitches ruin patterns and how to prevent them before you start stitching.
The photo you choose matters more than the software. Learn which photos convert well and how to prepare them.
Compare thread brands: color counts, regional availability, thread feel, and when mixing brands works.