Digitize cross stitch lettering

The Cross Stitch application lets you add lettering to a design by typing it directly in the design window. Use the Font dialog to select font, size and style. You can use any TrueType font installed on your system. Once typed, you cannot edit letters. Each letter is treated as a stitch block. 

 

Use Input > Lettering to add letters to your design. Right-click Lettering to open the Font dialog.

Generally, larger, bolder block fonts will convert to cross stitches better than fine, serif or script fonts. The font size you choose will depend on the cross stitch size you select. For example, using a 1.8mm cross you may be able to use a font size of, say, 24 points, depending on font characteristics. In all cases, carefully check the density of the cross stitches when you view the text on-screen.

  • Right-click Lettering. The Font dialog opens.

  • Select a font type, style and size and click OK. 

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  • Select a line stitch type - fill or outline.
  • Set stitch density as required.
  • Click a start point in the design window, type the letters and press <Enter>.
 Fill stitchesOutline stitches
  • To edit letters, use the Select tool with the <Ctrl> key to select, then change the stitch type or color as required.

For finer detail, try using Mini Cross stitch type.