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Cross Stitch Calculator
Last updated: May 31, 2026
Written by Blake Boege
A cross-stitch calculator is a crafting utility that computes the physical dimensions of fabric needed for cross-stitching projects. By dividing design stitch dimensions by the Aida count (stitches per inch), it establishes the physical design size and adds specified border margins to calculate the final fabric cut dimensions.
Estimate the required fabric size for your next cross-stitching pattern. Enter your design's grid dimensions, pick your fabric count, and add border margins to determine the total size of fabric you need to cut.
Quick Answer
Calculate the required cut fabric dimensions for a cross-stitch project. Enter stitch count wide/high, Aida count, and border margins.
Project Details
Standard margin is 2–3 inches (5–7.5 cm) on each side.
Cut fabric dimensions
16.71 × 20.29 inches
Includes 3 inches border margin on all sides
Examples
150 × 200 stitches on 14-count Aida (3 in margins)
Fabric Size: 16.71 × 20.29 inches
100 × 120 stitches on 18-count Aida (2 in margins)
Fabric Size: 9.56 × 10.67 inches
How it works
The physical size of a cross-stitch design is determined by the density of the fabric weave, plus borders added to each side:
Design Size:
Design Width (in) = Stitches Wide ÷ Fabric Count
Design Height (in) = Stitches High ÷ Fabric Count
Total Fabric Cut Size:
Total Width = Design Width + (2 × Border Margin)
Total Height = Design Height + (2 × Border Margin)
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Frequently asked questions
Fabric count refers to the number of holes or stitches per linear inch of fabric. For example, 14-count Aida fabric has 14 holes/stitches per inch, which means a design that is 140 stitches wide will measure exactly 10 inches wide when stitched.
Border margins are essential for framing and finishing. They provide extra fabric around the edges of the stitched design so that the fabric can be secured in a hoop, mounted on a board, or framed without covering up any stitches. A standard border is 2 to 3 inches on all four sides.
It divides the total stitch width and height by the fabric count to find the design's physical size in inches. Then, it adds twice the margin width to both measurements to determine the total cut fabric size.
Yes. If you are stitching 'over two' threads on Evenweave or linen, divide the fabric thread count by 2 to find the stitch count. For example, stitching over two on 28-count linen is mathematically equivalent to stitching on 14-count Aida.
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