Bead Loom Graph Paper: uses, sizes and printing tips
Loom beads and square stitch sit in straight rows and columns, but each bead is a little wider than it is tall. This grid uses bead-shaped cells so your loom patterns look like the finished piece.
How to print it
- Choose the paper size (US Letter, A4, Legal, A5 or Half Letter) and portrait or landscape — the page updates as you change settings.
- Choose the grid type (square, knitting, peyote, brick or loom), the number of squares per inch or bead size, and heavy lines with numbers every 10.
- Add a title or a name/date header if you want, or keep the page plain.
- Click Print / Save as PDF. In the print dialog choose “Actual size” (100%) and turn off “Headers and footers”.
Tips
- Plan an odd number of columns if you want a single center line in your design.
- Color one square per stitch or bead with colored pencils, and keep a key of colors and symbols in the margin.
- Heavy lines every 10 squares make it much easier to count while you stitch.
FAQ
Can I use it for square stitch?
Yes — square stitch lines up exactly like loom work.
How wide can my bracelet be?
Count the columns between heavy lines — every 10 beads is marked.
Does the chart have to be the same size as the finished piece?
No. The chart only needs the same number of squares; a bigger chart is easier to read while you work.
Is it free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up and no download. Change the settings, print it or save it as a PDF, and bookmark the address — your settings are stored in the link.
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