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Stitch Spacing Calculator

Calculate stitch count, spacing, and thread requirements for embroidery and cross-stitch by fabric count and design dimensions.

Inputs

Aida count or threads per inch

stitches
stitches

Thread strands used per stitch (typically 2 for 14-count)

Results

Design Width

7.14 in

Design Height

5.71 in

Total Stitches

8,000

Thread Required333 yd
Skeins Needed43

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Tips

1
14-count Aida is standard for beginners. Higher counts give finer detail but require better eyesight.
2
Each 8-meter skein covers about 80-100 full cross stitches on 14-count.

Open formula

Design Size = Stitches / Fabric Count
Thread (yd) = Total Stitches × Thread Per Stitch / 36
Skeins = Thread (m) / 8

Converts stitch count to physical dimensions using fabric count, then estimates thread consumption per stitch type.

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