Patchwork: Pattern Editor
Charts for every craft
About
Create detailed charts for various crafts like cross stitch, knitting, and crochet. Transform photos into stitchable patterns, generate designs with AI, and match real-world thread colors. Export your work and track progress stitch by stitch.
What's New in Patchwork
1.0
July 29, 2026
In-App Purchases
$29.99
Patchwork Pro
Lifetime access to every feature.
FAQ
What crafts can I design patterns for with Patchwork?
Patchwork is designed for crafts that live on a grid of color, including cross stitch, knitting, crochet, and needlepoint. You can create detailed charts for any of these.
Can I turn my own photos into patterns with Patchwork?
Yes, Patchwork allows you to import any picture and convert it into a stitchable pattern. It maps the image to real thread colors, eliminating guesswork.
Does Patchwork use AI to help with design?
Yes, Patchwork offers an AI generation feature. You can describe your desired pattern, and the AI will provide a starting point that you can then refine.
How does Patchwork handle thread color matching?
Patchwork includes the full libraries of DMC, Anchor, and Madeira threads, offering over 900 colors. This ensures that the colors you see on screen accurately match the physical floss you use.
What export options are available in Patchwork?
You can export your chart, a symbol key, and a print-ready PDF. Additionally, it generates a shopping list with stitch counts to help you buy the exact amount of thread needed.
Is Patchwork free to use?
Patchwork is free to download and offers basic functionality. To unlock the full toolkit and advanced features, a one-time purchase of Patchwork Pro is available; there is no subscription.
Does Patchwork have ads?
No, Patchwork is ad-free. The developers emphasize that your patterns are private and stay on your device, with no advertising, tracking, or analytics.
What is the update frequency for Patchwork?
Patchwork was last updated on July 29, 2026, with version 1.0. While this indicates a recent release, future update frequency is not specified but the developer is responsive to user feedback.