Changing from 18 to 14 count fabric

Changing from 18 to 14 count fabric

by Joy
(San Diego, CA)

Can you change a pattern from 18 count to 14 without distorting image? I figure there will be some tiny gaps but is it possible?

I've just started to learn counted cross stitch by using my computer. I found an Inspiration pattern of a tiger that will be my pride and joy. The problem is it's on 18count. After reading around the internet and opening my pattern I've found that this isn't a beginner pattern and it has very small holes.

Thanks for any advice!

joy

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Changing from 18 to 14 count fabric

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thank you!
by: joy

Thank you all for the quick response. And i'm so happy i can do this change especially since the cross stitch fabric is black. I'd never be able to see those tiny holes.
Happy Stitching!
Joy

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Changing from 18 to 14 count fabric
by: Valerie Kalyani

You can change any chart and the design will not distort. It will either be a smaller or larger finished size. Divide the number of stitches on a side of the pattern by the count of the fabric to see how many inches your chart will come out on any given fabric.

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changing fabric count
by: Trudy

You can change the fabric count, in this case, your finished project will be bigger. There will be no distortion or missing areas in your tiger :)

If you went from 14 count to 18 count, your finished project would be smaller.

Good luck, and happy stitching!

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