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converting photo to pattern - sizing

Hi,

This is the first time I've tried this and I'm totally confused about the sizing.

I have a (dated) pattern software program that graphed my photo into a .06 stitch size - whatever that means - which measures out to 18 stitches/inch. The program apparently divides into stitches and not grids.

The physical size of the graphed photo is 6"W x 10"H. I want to make a piece (counted needlepoint, not cross-stitch, although I think they're the same in terms of the pattern) around 18" x 24", or thereabouts - in other words a larger piece.

How do I do this? I'm totally lost when it comes to thinking this out. I thought about having the photo blown up, but I think it would become too skewed if enlarged.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks, Bonnie

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bonnie
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Bonnie,

What is the stitch count for width and hight? I have a stitch converter so I might be able to give you some help. The size of canvas you are going to use will make a difference in the size of your finished piece. What count canvas are you wanting to use? I can convert for Canvas in 12, 14, 18 and 22 count.

Alice

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astitcher

It would also help to know which software you are using and the version number if known.

I've never actually tried enlarging patterns. I think I'll have to go try it and see what happens....

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explorer

Hi Alice,

I used a stitch converter set at making an 18"x24" piece on 18 ct. It gave me 324 sts W x 432 sts H, with fabric size 22"x28".

But this is confusing to me. It doesn't help that I have the WORST math anxiety of anyone on this planet. I don't know what these numbers mean. I don't understand the concept of/relationship between a graph size and actual size.

After thinking about it more, I think I have to blow up my photo, which is currently 4x6. I think I should blow it up to 8.5x11 (and hope it doesn't skew), then buy PCStitch and run it through that. But, again, I don't understand how sizing works.

Thanks for your help.

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bonnie

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