# XStitcher

> Cross stitch floss inventory and shopping list manager. (iPhone/iPad app by Coffee Shop Works.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitcher/id379871720 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Coffee Shop Works](https://appshunter.io/developer/379871723)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 62 App Store ratings · 114 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitcher/id379871720/reviews.md

## What is XStitcher?

Are you one of those cross stitchers who can never keep track of all your FLOSS? This app allows you to keep track of which DMC FLOSS you own. All the nearly 500 DMC colours (including the 27 new ones added in 2002) are shown in easy to access lists, with a colour image of the FLOSS as well as a brief description. A simple tap marks the FLOSS as one you own. 

Now includes Anchor, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads (GAST), and Weeks Dye Works (WDW) Threads.

As well, this app allows you to enter a shopping list. Grab your pattern, and add the DMC codes to your shopping list. 

Your inventory of FLOSS will always be with you!

Supports DMC Floss. 

Features:
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Track inventory of DMC Floss
Search (by description) Floss
Keep a shopping list
Projects, floss per project
My stash - see (on one screen) all the Floss you have
Anchor to DMC Floss Conversion

## Key features

- Track DMC, Anchor, GAST, WDW floss inventory
- View floss color images and descriptions
- Create and manage shopping lists
- Organize floss by project
- Consolidated 'My Stash' view
- DMC to Anchor floss conversion

## What do users think of XStitcher?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use interface for tracking floss inventory
- 🎨 Accurate color swatches displayed with thread numbers
- 🛒 Convenient shopping list feature
- 📱 Portable access to inventory while shopping
- 🔍 Color search functionality helpful for projects
- ✅ Prevents duplicate floss purchases
- 📊 Supports multiple thread brands (DMC, Anchor, Weeks Dye Works, GAST)
- ⭐ Long-standing app with consistent updates over years

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inventory and shopping cart sync incorrectly
- 🐛 Removing items from shopping cart deletes from inventory
- 📱 No cross-device synchronization (iPad/iPhone)
- 💾 No data backup or cloud sync option
- 🔧 Poor project tracking design and interface
- ❌ Outdated thread color database
- 📖 Lack of tutorial or help documentation
- 🎨 Missing many specialty thread types and brands
- ⚙️ Difficult to edit or delete entries
- 📊 Cannot view quantity of skeins in stash properly
- 🖥️ iPad view issues and small screen display
- 🔤 Text visibility problems in project names
- ❌ No ability to add custom/retired thread colors

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Adding inventory items also adds them to shopping list
- Removing from shopping cart removes from inventory
- Project setup design is broken with poor scroll functionality
- Project names don't display (white text on white background)
- Cannot remove colors from shopping list even when quantity set to 0
- App crashes when switching between DMC and Anchor conversion
- Data loss during app updates
- Cannot add project information consistently
- Matcher feature not working
- Small project window makes viewing difficult
- Cannot delete or edit entries properly
- Partial quantities reset to 0 when navigating away
- iPad compatibility issues despite being advertised as compatible
- No data persistence between devices
- Missing new DMC color ranges (1-35, 5200 series, etc.)

**Most requested features**

- Add DMC Perle Cotton (5, 8, 12) support
- Include DMC Mouline Etoile colors
- Add DMC metallic and jewel effects threads
- Support for Kreinik metallics
- Add Classic Colorworks Belle Soie Silk floss
- Include Madeira threads
- Add DMC tapestry wool colors
- Support for other specialty brands (Gloriana silks, Romy's Creations)
- Cross-device synchronization via iCloud or cloud backup
- Ability to add custom thread entries not in database
- Print stash list functionality
- Partial skein quantity support (decimals like 0.2)
- Project-to-thread linking to show which colors are used in projects
- Automatic shopping list generation from project requirements
- Quantity notification to prevent duplicate purchases
- Photo upload for finished projects
- Notes section for thread storage location
- Search by thread number instead of scrolling
- Full-size thread list view in projects
- Ability to mark shopping list items as purchased
- DMC-to-Anchor color conversion tool
- Fabric and needle inventory options
- Better project organization and sorting
- iPad-optimized version
- Landscape orientation support
- RGB color codes for online design work

## Recent user reviews (10 of 114)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitcher/id379871720/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Ok

*2025-01-02*

It does keep track of your flaws inventory however there are several flaws. One when adding to your shopping cart it also update your inventory. If you remove it from your shopping cart, it removes it from your inventory. Second flaw is the set up of tracking projects, the whole design and the scroll box is off.

### 5/5 — Wonderful Essential App

*2023-07-28*

Wonderful tracking floss system that shows the actual colors. Tracker has numbers and names of Anchor / Sampler Gentle Arts / Weeks Dye Works / DMC Reg and Special.  This App has lasted thru every Apple update and I hope it continues!!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much

### 3/5 — Good app

*2023-06-28, version 5.5.2*

I wish the inventory included the option to specify if the thread was regular DMC, Perle Cotton 5, 8, or 12. While there’s been a few additions over the years, it’s certainly not up-to-date. Overall, an ok app for keeping track of some of your DMC threads by needs to be updated to be really useful.

### 5/5 — Perfect for inventory and shopping list!

*2022-10-28*

I absolutely LOVE this app. It keeps me so organized and prevents accidental duplicate floss purchases. I also adore the shopping list feature. I can only hope the developer will keep updating the inventory list as DMC releases additional colors.

### 4/5 — Great organization

*2022-05-06*

Great App for organization, as long as YOU use it and YOU keep it updated. My only suggestions would be a full size view of the floss list when your in a project, instead of that little window. Also, showing the quantity of skeins in your stash, instead of just in inventory.

### 2/5 — Sorry I wasted my money and time.

*2022-04-02, version 5.5.2*

I have this on another iPad but on this iPad I am not able to add the necessary info for my latest project. GVH1!

### 4/5 — Still trying to figure it out

*2021-12-24*

I think this will be a good app for me to use but there are a couple of things I can’t figure out.  The main thing is that when I type in the project name, the name doesn’t show up (I guess the font color is white) so I can’t sort my threads by project.  Is there a way to correct that?

### 1/5 — Inventory & shopping list issues persist

*2021-10-05*

This app is a waste of money. See previous reviews by other users about the issues when adding colors you have to the shopping list. There’s also no way to remove a color from the shopping list, even if you set the quantity needed to 0.

### 4/5 — Pretty great app

*2021-07-29*

I love this app!  It keeps track of all my floss so if I’m ever wondering if I need to purchase something all I have to do is look at my iPhone. The only problem is, it doesn’t back up so when there is an update to the iPhone you lose all your info and have to input it again. Please fix this problem! If the iPhone can’t back it up, please make it so the data can be sent to drop box!

**Developer response:** Thats odd - data should survive updates, it has for 10 years.....the only thing I can think of is if you did the update "as a new device".....I will take a look but I am pretty confidant that functionality works

### 4/5 — Expand, please!

*2021-04-26*

I really like how the app currently works.
I would love more brands to be loaded.
I am also looking for a way to link threads to a certain project.  (E.g. 5 of my current supply of 310 go to the XYZ project.  I need 3 more XXX for the XYZ project)

## Frequently asked questions about XStitcher

### What does XStitcher do?

XStitcher helps cross stitchers and embroidery enthusiasts manage their thread collections. It allows you to track your inventory of DMC, Anchor, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads (GAST), and Weeks Dye Works (WDW) threads, view color images, and create shopping lists.

### What are the key features of XStitcher?

Key features include tracking inventory for multiple thread brands, viewing detailed color information, maintaining a shopping list, organizing floss by project, and a consolidated view of your entire stash. It also offers a conversion chart between DMC and Anchor floss.

### Is XStitcher free to use?

Yes, XStitcher is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided data.

### What types of threads can I track with XStitcher?

You can track DMC, Anchor, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads (GAST), and Weeks Dye Works (WDW) threads. The app includes nearly 500 DMC colors, including newer additions.

### How can XStitcher help me with my projects?

XStitcher allows you to add DMC codes to a shopping list, making it easy to purchase the threads you need for a specific pattern. You can also organize your floss by project, ensuring you know what you have available for each embroidery endeavor.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.5.2 — 2020-06-16

Minor bug fixes

### 5.5.1 — 2016-11-15

Updated to latest xcode settings

### 5.5 — 2014-12-30

- Fixed shopping list quantity issue
- Fixed shopping list delete-crash issue

### 5.4 — 2014-08-28

Added GAST,WDW,Anchor
Gave Mystash its own button
Minor defect fixes

### 5.3 — 2014-01-21

Fix missing inventory categories

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