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Cross Stitch Fabric Size Chart

Compare fabric counts before cutting. Higher counts make the stitched design smaller; over-two stitching changes the stitches per inch.

FabricStitch sizeUse
11 count Aida11 stitches per inchLarge stitches, beginner friendly
14 count Aida14 stitches per inchCommon all-purpose choice
16 count Aida16 stitches per inchSmaller finished design
18 count Aida18 stitches per inchFine detail
28 count linen over 214 stitches per inchSimilar finished size to 14 count Aida
32 count linen over 216 stitches per inchSimilar finished size to 16 count Aida

Cut size rule

Divide stitch count by stitches per inch, then add the border allowance to all four sides.