Cross Stitch Fabric Size Calculator
Find out exactly how much fabric you need — no guesswork, no wasted material.
Enter your pattern's stitch count and choose your fabric, and this calculator will tell you the finished design size, how much fabric to cut, which needle to use, and what size fabric to order. It even compares different fabric counts side by side so you can see how your design looks on each one.
Calculate Your Fabric Size
↻ Reset Stitches wide (from your chart)
Stitches high (from your chart)
Stitches per inch
Design Size
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Cut Fabric Width
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Compare on Different Fabrics
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Ready to start your project? We carry fabric in a variety of counts and colors.
Shop FabricTips for Getting It Right
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Where to find your stitch count: Look on your chart cover or first page for something like "Design size: 140w × 200h" or "140 × 200 stitches." If it's not listed, count the grid squares across and down — they're usually marked in groups of 10.
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Aida vs. linen count: A 14-count Aida has 14 stitches per inch. A 28-count linen has 28 threads per inch — but you stitch over 2 threads, so it's also 14 stitches per inch. That's why 28-count linen over 2 gives the same design size as 14-count Aida.
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When in doubt, cut bigger. You can always trim excess fabric, but you can't add more once you've started stitching. A 3-inch margin on each side is the safe standard; use 4 inches if you plan to frame the piece professionally.
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Higher count = smaller stitches: The same 200-stitch design will be about 14 inches wide on 14-count Aida but only about 11 inches wide on 18-count. Use the comparison table above to find the size that works best for your project and eyesight.
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Needle size matters: Using the right needle prevents snagging and makes each stitch slide through cleanly. The calculator suggests a needle size based on your fabric count, but every stitcher has personal preferences — trust your hands.
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Our fabric is sold by the quarter, half, and full yard. The calculator recommends the smallest size that fits your project. Quarter yards are approximately 16″ × 27″, half yards about 27″ × 34″, and full yards about 34″ × 54″. Exact dimensions vary by brand and fabric type.
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