Convert a cross-stitch design in stitches to finished fabric size in inches or cm, including a finishing margin.
Result
How to use this tool
Enter the design width and height in stitches.
Enter stitches per inch, for example 14 for 14-count Aida.
Set the finishing margin per side in inches.
Read the design size, finished fabric size, total stitches and aspect ratio.
Formula & worked example
A 100 x 80 stitch design on 14-count fabric measures 7.14 x 5.71 inches, or 13.14 x 11.71 inches with a 3-inch margin on each side.
Limitations — read this before you rely on it
Rectangular designs on evenweave or Aida only; it does not account for fabric shrinkage, selvedge, or fractional stitches.
Frequently asked questions
Stitches per inch of fabric: 14-count Aida has 14 stitches per inch, 18-count has 18, and higher counts give smaller, finer stitches.
Divide stitch count by fabric count in each dimension.
Framing and finishing need fabric beyond the stitched area on all four sides, so the margin is doubled per dimension.
3 inches per side is a common framing allowance; use more for large hoops or lacing.
No. Stitching over one thread instead of two changes the effective count; enter the effective stitches per inch for that technique.