BeadDraft vs FlossCross
BeadDraft: free fuse-bead pattern maker that runs in your browser. FlossCross: browser-based cross-stitch pattern designer.
| BeadDraft | FlossCross | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Tool | Tool |
| Category | Photo to Pattern Converters | Chart Makers for Knitting, Crochet & Cross Stitch |
| Crafts | Cross Stitch | Cross Stitch |
| Pricing | Free | Freemium |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | — | — |
| Beginner friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | Web | |
| Formats | — | — |
| Based in | — | — |
| Visit | Visit |
BeadDraft
BeadDraft turns a photo or text into an editable fuse-bead pattern. Crop the image, choose the grid width and number of colours, then clean up stray beads and swap colours by hand. Exports include a printable PDF chart, a PNG, a CSV bead list and a project file. Free, no account, and images are processed on your device. Still labelled a prototype by its maker.
- Photo or text to bead pattern
- 103-colour bead palette
- Colour replace and stray-bead cleanup
- PDF, PNG and CSV export
FlossCross
FlossCross is an online cross-stitch designer that runs in the browser. You can draw a chart, import an image to start from, and export the pattern to print or stitch from.
It is a convenient option for Chromebook, tablet and Mac users who do not want to install desktop software.
- Online cross-stitch charting
- Image import
- Pattern export
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.