Free cross stitch pattern maker that converts photos into printable DMC charts
A native macOS drawing app for quick sketches, screenshot markup, and AI-generated diagrams
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Freemium
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Free: $0 forever, includes all drawing tools, unlimited sketches in one folder, copy to clipboard as PNG, and auto-save with local-first storage. Pro: coming soon.
Key features
Photo-to-pattern conversion with unlimited free use
Authentic DMC thread color matching
Customizable stitch grid and Aida fabric sizes
Stitch preview before starting
PDF and PNG export with symbol chart and DMC legend
AI image generation and editing with credits
Private mode to keep patterns off public display
Commercial license included in all tiers
Instant copy-to-clipboard as PNG
No accounts or setup required
Local-first storage with auto-save
Screenshot annotation with arrows, boxes, text, and freehand tools
AI diagram generation via Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code
Refine diagrams through chat
Paste screenshot from clipboard
Unlimited sketches in one folder
Native macOS performance
All drawing tools included in free version
What makes it different
Fixed 8 credits per AI run with transparent pricing
Combines photo conversion and AI generation in one tool
Zero-friction design: open, draw, and share in seconds with no setup or accounts
Local-first architecture: all sketches stay on your Mac, nothing leaves unless you ask
AI integration runs through your own subscription with no proxying of prompts
StitchCraft
Chalk