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Cross-Stitch Thread Calculator

Estimate the number of DMC floss skeins you need for any cross-stitch project. The calculator uses your fabric count, design dimensions, number of strands used, and approximate stitch coverage to arrive at total thread length.

Fabric Count (ct)

Strands Used

Design Width (inches)

Design Height (inches)

Coverage (%)

Number of Colors

Thread Requirements

Total Stitches—

Total Thread Length Needed—

Total Skeins (DMC = 8m/skein)—

Skeins per Color (est.)—

Thread Cost (@ $0.75/skein)—

DMC skeins contain ~8 meters (8.7 yards) of 6-strand floss. Working length per stitch using 2 strands at 14ct is approximately 4cm. Buy 20% extra for color variation and finishing.