# KnytStudio > A free, browser-based pattern editor and community for cross-stitch, knitting, crochet, beading and pixel art. KnytStudio lets makers design patterns, convert photos to patterns, browse a public discovery feed, and share finished projects. Below are the most useful pages and guides for answering questions about cross-stitch and knitting. ## Tools (free calculators) - [Cross Stitch Fabric Size Calculator](https://www.knytstudio.com/tools/fabric-size-calculator): Enter pattern dimensions and fabric count to find the fabric size you need. - [Cross Stitch Fabric Converter](https://www.knytstudio.com/tools/fabric-conversion-calculator): See how a pattern changes when switching between Aida, evenweave, or linen. - [Knitting Gauge Calculator](https://www.knytstudio.com/tools/gauge-calculator): Convert swatch measurements into stitches to cast on and rows to knit. - [Cross Stitch Count Comparison](https://www.knytstudio.com/tools/count-comparison): Compare finished size and materials across fabric counts from 11ct to 36ct. ## Key pages - [KnytStudio — free online pattern maker](https://www.knytstudio.com/): Turn photos into cross-stitch patterns or design from scratch. Online editor with DMC color matching and PDF export. - [Discover patterns](https://www.knytstudio.com/discover): Browse the public community pattern feed. - [All calculators](https://www.knytstudio.com/tools): Index of the free cross-stitch and knitting calculators. - [Blog (all guides)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog): Tutorials, tips and guides for cross-stitch and knitting. - [FAQ](https://www.knytstudio.com/faq): Common questions about KnytStudio. ## For AI agents - [WebMCP tools](https://www.knytstudio.com/.well-known/webmcp.json): Read-only tools for AI agents to browse public patterns, profiles, comments and finishes. - [Agent card (A2A)](https://www.knytstudio.com/.well-known/agent.json): schema.org SoftwareApplication description of KnytStudio. ## Guides - [Organize Your Cross Stitch Floss Stash (and Stitch From What You Own)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/organize-cross-stitch-floss-stash/): Track your DMC floss stash online, see which pattern colors you already have, and convert photos using only the floss you own. Free in KnytStudio. - [Needlepoint Mesh Counts Explained: 10 to 18 Mesh, Sizes and Charts](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/needlepoint-mesh-count-guide/): What canvas mesh count means in needlepoint, how it changes your finished size, and how to pick between 10, 12, 13, 14 and 18 mesh for any chart. - [Pegboard Sizes and Bead Counts: How Many Beads Do You Need?](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/pegboard-sizes-bead-counts/): Fuse bead pegboard sizes explained: midi, mini and maxi in cm, beads per board, and how to plan multi-board Hama and Perler projects with exact counts. - [How to Turn a Photo into a Diamond Painting Chart (Free)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/photo-to-diamond-painting-chart/): Turn any photo into a custom diamond painting chart with real DMC drill codes, free and online. Guide to canvas sizes, drill shapes and color counts. - [How to Turn a Photo into a Fuse Bead Pattern (Free)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/photo-to-fuse-bead-pattern/): Turn any photo into a fuse bead pattern with real Hama and Perler colors, free and online. Step-by-step guide with pegboard charts and bead counts. - [50 Cross Stitch Blogs Worth Following in 2026](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/cross-stitch-blogs-worth-following/): 50 active cross stitch blogs verified for 2026. Pattern designers, reviewers, FlossTubers, and communities. - [What Cross Stitch Count Should I Use? 11 vs 14 vs 18 Explained](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/what-cross-stitch-count-should-i-use/): 14-count is the sweet spot for most stitchers — but the right count depends on your pattern and eyesight. Side-by-side sizes and a simple rule to choose. - [Best Cross Stitch Pattern Makers 2026 (Free & Paid)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/best-cross-stitch-pattern-makers/): We tested every cross stitch pattern maker, free and paid. Compare prices, features, and real limitations, with honest picks for 2026. - [How Long Does Cross Stitch Take? Real Times by Project Size](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/how-long-does-cross-stitch-take/): A coaster takes 4-8 hours, a full sampler 100+. Real time estimates by project size and skill level — and how to estimate your own pattern before you start. - [Cross Stitch Glossary: Every Term You Need to Know](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/cross-stitch-glossary/): What does frogging mean? What is a WIP? 100+ cross stitch terms explained in plain English, A to Z — from Aida and backstitch to waste canvas. - [Cross Stitch Fabric Size: How Much Fabric to Buy (+ Charts)](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/how-to-calculate-cross-stitch-fabric-size/): Never cut your Aida too small. Enter your pattern size, get the exact fabric to buy — margins included. Free calculator plus size charts for every count. - [How to Turn Any Photo into a Cross Stitch Pattern](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/photo-to-cross-stitch-pattern/): A step-by-step guide to converting any photo into a printable cross stitch pattern for free using Knytstudio. - [Welcome to the Knytstudio Blog](https://www.knytstudio.com/blog/welcome/): Introducing the Knytstudio blog - tips, tutorials, and updates for cross stitch and knitting pattern designers. ## Guías (Español) - [Como Convertir una Foto en un Patron de Hama Beads (Gratis)](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/foto-a-patron-hama-beads/): Convierte cualquier foto en un patron de hama beads con colores reales de Hama y Perler, gratis y online. Guia paso a paso con diagramas por placa. - [Como Convertir una Foto en Pintura de Diamantes (Gratis)](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/foto-a-pintura-de-diamantes/): Convierte cualquier foto en una plantilla de pintura de diamantes con codigos DMC reales, gratis y online. Guia de tamanos de lienzo, formas y colores. - [La Malla del Canamazo Explicada: 10 a 18 Mesh, Tamanos y Plantillas](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/guia-malla-canamazo/): Que significa la malla (mesh) en el canamazo, como cambia el tamano final y como elegir entre 10, 12, 13, 14 y 18 mesh para cualquier plantilla. - [Medidas de Placas de Hama Beads: Cuantas Cuentas Necesitas](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/medidas-placas-hama-beads/): Medidas de placas de hama beads explicadas: midi, mini y maxi en cm, cuentas por placa, y como planificar proyectos de varias placas con numeros exactos. - [50 Blogs de Punto de Cruz que Vale la Pena Seguir en 2026](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/blogs-punto-de-cruz-para-seguir/): 50 blogs activos de punto de cruz verificados para 2026. Disenadores de patrones, resenadores, FlossTubers y comunidades. - [Que Cuenta de Punto de Cruz Debo Usar? (14ct vs 16ct vs 18ct)](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/que-cuenta-punto-de-cruz-debo-usar/): Elegir la cuenta de tela correcta cambia todo en tu proyecto. Compara 14ct, 16ct, 18ct Aida y aprende que cuenta se adapta a tu patron y nivel. - [Los Mejores Creadores de Patrones de Punto de Cruz en 2026](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/mejores-creadores-patrones-punto-de-cruz/): Todos los creadores de patrones de punto de cruz probados y comparados. Precios reales, limitaciones reales y recomendaciones honestas para 2026. - [Cuanto Tiempo Tarda en Hacer Punto de Cruz? (Numeros Reales)](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/cuanto-tiempo-tarda-punto-de-cruz/): Estimaciones reales de tiempo para punto de cruz basadas en datos de la comunidad. Puntadas por hora por nivel, tablas de tamano y que te hace mas lento. - [Glosario de Punto de Cruz: Todos los Terminos que Necesitas Conocer](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/glosario-punto-de-cruz/): Glosario de A-Z con mas de 100 terminos de punto de cruz, desde Aida y pespunte hasta WIP y tela residual. Para principiantes y bordadores experimentados. - [Como Calcular el Tamano de Tela para Punto de Cruz](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/como-calcular-tamano-tela-punto-de-cruz/): Calculadora gratuita y tablas de tamano para cada cuenta de tela. Encuentra exactamente cuanta Aida o lino necesitas, con margenes incluidos. - [Como Convertir una Foto a Punto de Cruz (Gratis)](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/foto-a-patron-punto-de-cruz/): Convierte cualquier foto en un patron de punto de cruz imprimible, gratis y online. Guia paso a paso con colores DMC y sin software de pago. - [Bienvenido al Blog de Knytstudio](https://www.knytstudio.com/es/blog/bienvenida/): Presentamos el blog de Knytstudio: consejos, tutoriales y novedades para disenadores de patrones de punto de cruz y tejido. ## Optional - [Privacy Policy](https://www.knytstudio.com/privacy) - [Terms of Service](https://www.knytstudio.com/terms) - [Security Policy](https://www.knytstudio.com/security) - [Data Deletion](https://www.knytstudio.com/data-deletion)