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Browse practical, browser-based tools for choosing thread colors, planning materials, pricing handmade work, and turning an image into a stitchable pattern. No software installation required.
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DMC Color Chart
Search 489 solid DMC six-strand floss colors by number and name, compare screen swatches, or download the complete table as a CSV for palette and pattern work.
Thread and color references
Browse 489 solid DMC floss colors by number, name, swatch, and approximate hex code.
Find DMC ColorMatch a hex value or image color to the closest DMC floss using perceptual color distance.
DMC Color Palette GeneratorBuild a small DMC palette from a theme or image and copy the colors into a project plan.
DMC to Anchor Conversion ChartFind practical DMC and Anchor thread equivalents when a color is unavailable.
Crochet and handmade planning
Calculate materials, labor, overhead, fees, profit, Etsy pricing, and wholesale pricing.
Crochet Yarn CalculatorEstimate yarn requirements from gauge, project dimensions, stitch type, and skein size.
Crochet Hook Size ChartCompare US, UK, and metric hook sizes alongside common yarn-weight guidance.
Crochet Blanket Size CalculatorPlan finished blanket dimensions, starting chains, and stitch counts before you begin.
Pattern creation
Convert a photo into a counted DMC chart with symbols, backstitch, and printable export.
Crochet Pattern GeneratorTurn an image into a crochet-friendly chart with stitch-ratio correction and yarn estimates.
Embroidery Pattern GeneratorCreate a DMC-matched embroidery chart with outlines, color estimates, and a printable guide.
Photo to Cross-StitchA focused workflow for choosing a photo, setting stitch size, and making a cleaner conversion.
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Reference notes
The DMC hex values are approximate screen references, not replacements for a physical thread card. Dye lots, lighting, fabric, and display calibration can change how a real color looks.
The tools are designed for planning and comparison. Always make a gauge swatch or test section before committing a large project to a material estimate or color match.
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