# Needle Little Help

> Embroidery and cross-stitch project and thread inventory management tool. (iPhone/iPad app by Gwynette Lacap.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needle-little-help/id6758280706 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gwynette Lacap](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871954715)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 62 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needle-little-help/id6758280706/reviews.md

## What is Needle Little Help?

Needle Little Help is your cozy companion for managing embroidery floss and cross-stitch projects. 




THREAD INVENTORY
- Instant barcode scanning for DMC floss
- Add any brand: Anchor, Weeks Dye Works, indie dyed & more
- Save custom barcodes for quick future scanning
- Search your entire collection instantly

PROJECT MANAGEMENT  
- Upload pattern photos for easy reference
- Extract color suggestions from images
- Track time spent on each project
- Save completed works with progress photos



Whether you're a thread hoarder or a tidy stitcher, this app keeps your stash organized so you can focus on the joy of making something by hand.

## Key features

- Thread inventory management
- Barcode scanning for floss
- Add custom thread brands
- Project pattern photo upload
- Track project time
- Save completed projects

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needle-little-help/id6758280706/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Nice UI, cute design, needs some work

*2026-03-04*

I wanted to give this app a go because the other free cross-stitch organizing apps I’ve tried were either really limited without a subscription, didn’t have thread inventory with visible colors, or were just more basic-looking. I really like this one but it has some issues like not allowing you to edit project info once you’ve saved it. When you add a thread color to your inventory you can’t save the hue you select from the color wheel and there’s no way to exit the menu so I have to restart the app. To change the thread color you have to select the default hex and paste the right one over it instead of being able to backspace and type. I haven’t tried all of the features yet like the stopwatch, but so far I do prefer this to other free ones.

## Frequently asked questions about Needle Little Help

### What brands of embroidery floss can Needle Little Help scan?

Needle Little Help offers instant barcode scanning for DMC floss and allows you to add any other brand, including Anchor, Weeks Dye Works, and indie dyed threads. You can also save custom barcodes for quick future scanning.

### Can I upload my cross-stitch patterns to Needle Little Help?

Yes, you can upload pattern photos for easy reference within Needle Little Help. The app can also extract color suggestions from these images.

### How does Needle Little Help help with project management?

Needle Little Help allows you to track the time spent on each project and save completed works with progress photos. This helps you monitor your progress and document your finished pieces.

### Is Needle Little Help free to use?

Yes, Needle Little Help is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the app's data.

### What devices is Needle Little Help compatible with?

Needle Little Help is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users.

### How often is Needle Little Help updated?

The latest version of Needle Little Help is 1.1.0, which was last updated on March 4, 2026. The app was initially released on February 5, 2026.

### What is the age rating for Needle Little Help?

Needle Little Help has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates it contains no mature content.

### Does Needle Little Help have ads?

No, Needle Little Help does not contain advertisements. The app is free and does not feature any ads.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-03-04

- Added Yarn Crafts mode with knitting, crochet, and loom support
  - Attach patterns (links or PDFs) to your projects
  - New Pattern Library for saving pattern links and PDFs
  - Craft mode toggle between Thread Crafts and Yarn Crafts
  - Fixed project images disappearing
  - Yarn project details now show correct fields (tool type, hook/needle size, gauge)

### 1.01 — 2026-02-10

Bug fixes and improvements:
   - Fixed app freezing when adding threads from catalogue
   - Added support for all thread brands in project creation
   - Fixed add button for Splendor and other non-DMC brands
   - Added multiple photo selection in projects
   - Improved button text alignment

### 1.0 — 2026-02-05

No release notes.

## Related topics

[needle little help](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/needle-little-help)

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