Knitting chart maker
In short: Make a knitting chart from a photo or drawing that accounts for your gauge — knit stitches are wider than they are tall, so the chart uses your stitches and rows per 4 in to avoid a squashed picture. Rows are numbered from the bottom, RS rows read right to left, and each row is written out with colour runs. Free: unlimited on-screen patterns, colour key, materials list and PNG chart download. PDFs up to 60×60 are always free, plus your first full-size PDF; after that a larger print-ready PDF is $2.99 per photo, or $7.99 for 30 days of unlimited PDFs.
or drop / paste an image · stays on your device
How it works
- Upload a photo or simple design.
- Enter your gauge (e.g. 20 sts × 26 rows per 4 in) and the stitch width.
- Knit from the chart or the written rows.
What you get
| Gauge | Stitches and rows per 4 in / 10 cm; chart cells drawn to that ratio |
|---|---|
| Reading | RS right→left, WS left→right, numbered from the bottom |
| Use | Intarsia, stranded / fair isle, duplicate stitch |
Checked November 2026. Free: pattern on screen, colour key, materials list, PNG chart, CSV, PDFs up to 60×60 and your first full-size PDF. Bigger PDFs: $2.99 per photo or $7.99 for 30 days. Pricing · How the colours are matched
Why gauge matters
A typical worsted stockinette gauge is 20 stitches and 26 rows per 4 in. If you chart on square cells, a circle knits up as a flat oval. This chart maker adds rows to compensate and draws the cells at your gauge's shape so the preview matches the knitted result.
FAQ
How do I make a knitting chart from a picture?
Upload the picture, set your gauge and stitch count, choose the number of colours and the chart is built instantly with written rows.
Can I use it for fair isle?
Yes. Keep to 2 colours per row where possible; lower the colour limit and check the written rows for long runs that need catching floats.