Aida Cloth Count Calculator
Convert stitch counts to finished sizes — or find the right count for your target dimensions.
Fabric Count Reference
| Count | Stitches/Inch | Stitch Size (mm) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6-count | 6 | 4.2 mm | Beginners, large designs |
| 11-count | 11 | 2.3 mm | Beginner–intermediate |
| 14-count | 14 | 1.8 mm | Most popular, versatile |
| 16-count | 16 | 1.6 mm | Fine detail |
| 18-count | 18 | 1.4 mm | Fine detail |
| 22-count | 22 | 1.15 mm | Very fine/miniature |
| 28-count (over 2) | 14 | 1.8 mm | Evenweave linen feel at 14ct |
| 32-count (over 2) | 16 | 1.6 mm | Evenweave linen feel at 16ct |
How to Use This Calculator
Stitch Count → Finished Size
Select your Aida cloth count, enter the stitch width and height of your pattern, then click Calculate Size. The result shows your finished stitched area in both inches and centimeters.
Finished Size → Stitch Count
Enter the dimensions you want your finished design to be. The calculator shows a comparison table of how many stitches you would need at each fabric count — helpful for choosing which Aida to buy.
What Is Fabric Count?
Fabric count refers to the number of stitches (or threads) per inch. A 14-count Aida has 14 holes per inch, so a 140-stitch-wide design will measure exactly 10 inches across.
28-count and 32-count "Stitched Over 2"
Evenweave fabrics like 28-count linen are stitched over 2 fabric threads, which makes each cross-stitch the same size as on 14-count Aida. Similarly, 32-count stitched over 2 equals 16-count Aida.
Formula
Finished size (inches) = Stitch count ÷ Fabric count. Always add at least 3 inches (7.5 cm) on each side of the design area when buying fabric.
About this Aida Cloth Count Calculator
Aida cloth "count" refers to the number of stitches per inch the fabric supports — 14-count Aida fits 14 stitches per inch, 18-count fits 18, and so on. Higher counts produce smaller, more detailed finished pieces from the same stitch-count pattern.
Choosing a count for visibility and finished size
Lower counts (11 or 14) are easier to see and stitch, especially for beginners, but produce a larger finished piece for the same design; higher counts (18 or 22) produce a finer, smaller, more detailed result but require more careful stitching, often with magnification for very high counts.