StitchlyStudio
Custom Photo Cross Stitch Pattern (PDF download)
Custom Photo Cross Stitch Pattern (PDF download)
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A custom photo, a tailored cross stitch pattern — in your inbox within 48 hours.
Upload your most precious photo and let our designers hand-craft a unique cross stitch pattern from it. No software conversion, but personal attention: your colors, your lines, your artwork in the making.
Within 24–48 hours you'll receive the complete package as a digital download in your email:
- PDF pattern with color symbols — clear grid, a unique symbol per thread color
- PNG preview of the end result — so you know in advance what your work will look like
- DMC thread list with quantities — exactly what you need, nothing more, nothing less
- Step-by-step instructions in English
Print the pattern at home or at a print shop, get your Aida fabric and DMC thread, and start right away. A mindful evening activity that turns your most precious memory into a handmade artwork.
Prefer everything delivered in one package, including Aida fabric and thread? Check out our Custom Embroidery Kit of Your Photo.
What do you get?
What do you get?
- PDF pattern with color symbols — clear grid with a unique symbol for each yarn color, tailored to your photo
- PNG example of the final result — so you know beforehand what the finished piece will look like
- DMC yarn list — all required colors with the number of skeins you need
- Dutch step-by-step guide — from first stitch to finishing
- Files arrive as a download in your inbox, ready to print at home or at a print shop
Tips for the best photo
Tips for the best photo
- Use daylight or good lighting
- Ensure a simple, uncluttered background
- Main subject clear and large in frame
- High resolution (at least 1500x1500 px) gives the best result
- Avoid overly dark or overexposed photos
- A sharp close-up photo works better than a large landscape shot
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How and when will I receive my pattern?
Within 24–48 hours of your order, you'll receive the complete pattern as a PDF in your inbox. No shipping, no waiting for the mail.
Do I need materials?
Yes — this is a digital pattern. You will need Aida fabric, DMC thread, and a needle. The exact thread colors are listed in the thread list provided. Prefer to have everything delivered in one package? Then check out our Custom Photo Cross Stitch Kit.
What if my photo isn't good enough?
We manually review every photo. If in doubt, we will email you with a suggestion or ask for a different photo. No extra costs.
Can I also upload a drawing or illustration?
Yes, you can. A digital file with sharp lines works best.
May I share or resell the pattern?
The pattern is intended for personal use. Reselling or redistributing is unfortunately not allowed.
Can I return the pattern?
As this is a digital and personalized product, the right of withdrawal does not apply. Is there something wrong with our work? Email us — we always resolve it.
From photo to embroidery pattern — in your inbox within 48 hours
We receive your photo, our designers select the most beautiful colors and manually translate the image into a cross-stitch pattern. You will receive the complete pattern as a PDF in your inbox and can start on your own work of art whenever you wish.
Example: client Lisa's cat
Here's how it works
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1. Upload your photo
Choose a photo that is dear to you. JPG or PNG, high resolution. We will assess whether the quality is sufficient.
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2. We design your pattern
Our designers manually convert your photo into a cross-stitch pattern and select the appropriate DMC floss colors.
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3. PDF in your inbox
Within 24–48 hours, you will receive the complete pattern as a PDF, including a sample image and DMC thread list.
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4. Embroider at your own pace
Print the pattern, gather your materials, and get started. An hour in the evening, an entire Sunday – no time pressure.
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Unique and personal
No two patterns are the same — your photo, your pattern, your artwork.
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In your inbox within 48 hours
No shipping, no waiting for the mail. Your pattern will be quickly available as a download in your email.
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True handmade attention
We translate your photo by hand. No automatic conversion — a pattern that is accurate and recognizable.
What customers say
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★★★★★ — Sanne
"Uploaded a photo of my dog Mio, two days later the pattern was in my inbox. Super fast, and it really looks like him. Embroidery was immediately enjoyable."
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★★★★★ — Karin
"The pattern was so accurate that I really recognized my grandpa in it. It was great that I could choose my own materials."
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★★★★★ — Joost
"Had this made for my sister's wedding — a photo of her horse. Straight to my email, I could get started right away. She has it hanging in her living room now."