Cross Stitch Graph Paper: uses, sizes and printing tips
Graph paper for designing cross stitch, needlepoint and pixel patterns: 10 squares per inch with a heavy line every 10 squares and numbered edges, so you can count stitches quickly. Choose 14 or 18 squares per inch for a life-size Aida chart.
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
- Mark one symbol or color per square and keep a thread key in the margin.
- 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
Does 14 squares per inch match 14-count Aida?
Yes — at 100% print scale, a chart on 14 squares per inch is the same size as the stitched piece on 14-count Aida.
How do I find the center of my design?
Count to the middle using the numbered heavy lines; most patterns start stitching from the center.
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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