Changelog

• Import Pattern Maker .xsd files directly into Xstitchify
• Import PCStitch 7 and PCStitch 8 .pat files directly into Xstitchify
• Pattern Maker XSD imports preserve full stitches, backstitch, French knots, half stitches and quarter stitches
• PCStitch 7 imports preserve full stitches, backstitch, French knots, half stitches and quarter stitches
• PCStitch 8 imports preserve the DMC palette and full-stitch grid
• For PCStitch 9/10/11 native files, export or save as PCStitch 7 before uploading

• Pattern history - roll back to any earlier version of a saved pattern if you change your mind or make a mistake
• Duplicate any text pattern to create variations without starting from scratch
• More black and white options when downloading patterns
• Fixed an issue that was affecting some pattern downloads

• Major refresh to how brushes, shapes, and the eraser draw their edges - lines and curves now look the way you'd expect at any size
• Half and quarter stitches placed more precisely on the grid
• Moving a selection no longer erases the background colour underneath
• Fixed a download error caused by sorting colours in a custom order
• Clearer, more consistent wording on AI generator pricing tiers

• Pattern tracker - mark off stitches as you complete them and pick up exactly where you left off (with a new help guide to walk you through it)
• Textured view - preview your pattern as it would look stitched on real fabric, now available on mobile too
• Resize your canvas dimensions directly inside the editor without losing your work
• Mobile toolbar redesigned to match the desktop layout for a consistent experience across devices
• Symmetry tool updated with new options and better behaviour when using stamps
• View past invoices in your billing area
• Large patterns now open reliably and load faster
• Cleaner layer and text handling, with fewer hiccups when saving complex patterns

• Symmetry tool now mirrors correctly through the centre of your pattern
• Paint bucket no longer spills across areas that aren't connected
• 3/4 stitches no longer double up when using the smooth brush
• Layers flatten correctly when exporting your pattern
• Moving text no longer duplicates the background or wipes out the text
• Shape selection and move now work consistently
• Flood fill works correctly alongside half stitches
• Editor undo behaves reliably across longer drawing sessions

• Updated My Patterns page - quickly switch between editing and downloading any saved pattern
• Text editor now saves more reliably, especially on longer sessions
• Improved mobile layout for the pattern library

• Canvas size increased to 600 stitches for larger, more detailed patterns
• Round brush for smoother circular drawing
• Backstitch now works on text fonts for outlined lettering
• New smooth shape presets added to the shape tool
• Dot grid background option for a cleaner workspace
• Dark focused editing mode - reduces distractions while you work
• Optimised PDF generation for faster downloads

• Customise your grid and guide line colours with opacity sliders to suit your workspace
• Large print pattern downloads - bigger charts that are easier to read and follow
• Fixed transparency being lost when editing certain patterns
• Fixed symmetry tool not mirroring correctly in some cases
• Improved accessibility of zoom controls

• Confetti brush - scatter random stitches for natural-looking backgrounds and textures

• Share your personal referral link with friends - when they subscribe, you both earn 10 download credits and 10 AI credits
• Earn up to 100 credits total from referrals
• Shared patterns now show a preview image when posted to social media
• Save a copy of someone's shared pattern directly to your own library

• Sketch tool for freehand drawing directly on your pattern
• Redesigned layers panel with clearer controls and stitch counts at a glance
• Resize handles on the move tool - drag corners to scale your selection

• Pressure brush stabilisation for smoother hand-drawn lines
• Lock your canvas to prevent accidental panning while you draw
• Hold Shift while drawing shapes to make perfect squares and circles
• New help pages for the pressure brush and large print features

• Skin tones thread filter - quickly find the right shades for faces and figures in the colour picker

• Layers - build your pattern in independent layers, keeping outlines, fills, and details separate. Toggle any layer on or off, rename them, and see stitch counts per layer
• Move tool - select any stitches and slide them to a new position without redrawing. Drag to select a region, or use magic wand to grab all stitches of the same colour at once
• Backstitch - draw fine outlines and detail lines directly on your pattern. Shift-click snaps lines to clean 0°, 45°, or 90° angles
• French knots, half stitches, and quarter stitches for shading, texture, and intricate detail work
• Outline eraser - remove backstitch lines cleanly without disturbing any cross stitches
• Thread symbols displayed inside half and quarter stitch cells on printed charts
• Backstitch lines appear on all chart pages in PDF exports, with a dedicated backstitch reference page
• Advanced stitch types available on Standard and Pro plans

• Import OXS files - bring existing patterns from compatible cross stitch software directly into Xstitchify to edit or export
• Export any pattern as an OXS file for use in other compatible cross stitch tools
• Available on Standard and Pro plans

• Upload photos straight from an iPhone or iPad - HEIC and HEIF image formats now supported across all browsers including Safari
• Add or change your avatar from your account settings
• Credits summary in your account settings with usage at a glance

• Organise saved patterns into named collections - keep different projects, styles, or gift ideas tidy and easy to find
• Black and white version included with every PDF download at no extra cost
• Live chat and support tickets on the help pages - get answers without leaving the site
• More AI pattern credits included in Standard and Pro plans

• Describe any subject in plain words and get a stitchable cross stitch pattern - no photo needed
• Choose your canvas size and fabric background colour before generating
• Works alongside image-to-pattern and the text generator as a third way to start a design

• Text tool now available in the pattern designer and image converter - add lettering to any pattern, not just text-first designs
• Pressure-sensitive paint brush for smoother freehand drawing
• iOS: pinch to zoom, two-finger swipe to undo, and an undo/redo bar across the bottom of the screen
• Smoother mobile experience - the editor loads fully before appearing on screen
• New symbols added to the editor palette
• Various bug fixes and stability improvements

• Share any saved pattern via a private link - recipients can view and download without needing an account
• Revoke or refresh a share link from your pattern library at any time
• SVG chart downloads for Pro subscribers - scalable vector files for printing at any size
• Thread colour reference chart added to every PDF download
• Gradients in the text generator - blend two thread colours smoothly across your letters
• Thread library accessible directly from your account page
• Canvas dimensions and Aida count chooser in the pattern designer
• Smoother panning and zooming with ruler guides for precise positioning
• Faster loading for pattern library and download history pages

• New sidebar layout - your text settings stay visible alongside the pattern as you work
• Live preview while typing - patterns update as you type, no Generate button needed
• DMC, Anchor, Madeira, and Cosmo colour picker with swatch grid and search
• Stroke mode - add coloured outlines around text in a second thread colour
• Letter spacing and line height sliders
• Text alignment controls (left, centre, right)
• 22 fabric background colours
• Thread list shows mixed-brand palettes with correct brand codes
• 45 fonts to choose from (10 free, 35 premium)
• Font height slider for precise stitch sizing

• Flood fill (paint bucket) tool
• Flip your stamps and designs horizontally or vertically
• Show or hide centre lines for easier stitch counting
• Font outlines in the text generator
• More fonts added
• Crisp, clear grid lines at every zoom level

• Thread conversion charts with sort by code or colour
• Download history tracking
• Editor crash protection and recovery

See exactly which threads you need and how much of each when generating a pattern.

• Hoop mockup generator
• Cross stitch glossary

• Full DMC, Anchor, Madeira, and Cosmo thread colour charts
• Thread colour cards with search and filters
• Thread conversion between brands (DMC to Anchor, Cosmo to DMC, and more)
• Thread usage calculator - estimate how much thread you need based on stitch count, fabric type, and coverage
• Identify threads from a photo - upload an image to find the closest thread matches
• Download credit packs

• Help centre with guides for every tool
• New stamps and shapes in the pattern editor

Share your patterns directly to social media.

Try all features before subscribing.

• Improved colour selections across all tools
• Background removal option for uploaded images
• Homepage redesign
• Updated editor top bar design

• Sidebar navigation now collapses to give you more workspace
• Smoother gradient colours in the text generator
• Welcome email series to help new users get the most out of every tool

• Circle borders and stamps in the pattern editor
• Colour palettes across all generators
• Text generator opens in the full pattern editor - edit your text pattern with all the drawing and stitch tools
• Subscription tiers (Free / Standard / Pro)

Create cross stitch patterns from scratch on a blank canvas with the full pattern editor.

• QR generator now supports URLs, WiFi passwords, and plain text in one easy layout
• Improved PDF exports with brand colours and better typography

• Rainbow and gradient colour modes for the text generator
• Multiline text support
• 8 premium fonts
• WiFi QR code generator with privacy-first design
• DMC Colours reference page
• Mobile-friendly navigation

• Image-to-pattern converter - upload any photo and convert it into a stitchable cross stitch pattern with DMC thread matching
• Cross stitch text generator - type any text and generate a stitchable pattern
• Pattern library - save and manage your patterns
• PDF exports with title page, colour key, and stitch counts
• User accounts - sign up to save your patterns and pick up where you left off

• Generate cross stitch patterns from QR codes
• PDF and PNG downloads
• Choose your own colours for the QR code pattern