Stitch Fabric Fit

Cross stitch fabric calculator

Find your cut size, check a piece you own, and leave room for the finish.

Your pattern
Per inch, even with cm selected
Over 1 square or thread; over 2 threads
3 in is an example for finishing. Choose for your hoop, frame or mounting method.
My cloth has a different count across and down

Measure both directions on your actual cloth. How to count the spaces.

Check a piece of fabric I already own

Starting numbers are an example, not a saved project.

Your fabric plan

Diagram, not actual size

Check the cloth count in several places before cutting. Allow extra for your finishing method; this estimate cannot predict shrinkage or uneven areas.

One pattern. Two directions.

A labelled count normally applies across and down. If your measurements differ, a square chart can stitch into a rectangle. The measured-count option sizes each direction separately, then checks your chosen margin.

Measure your fabric count

Keep the finishing space separate

Stitched size is not cut size. This tool adds your allowance to all four sides. A design may fit on a piece while leaving too little room for the margin you wanted.

Understand over-one and over-two