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Thanks for reply. This is correct in case you want to specifically set the height however the system will then calculate the other dimension (in this case the width).
I do have a new feature coming that's already in a test version that allows you to enter both dimensions but it's not enabled quite yet. It works well and when used you have to remember that the resulting stitched item will no longer be proportional. So if you enter 100 stitches across and 500 stitches down it would create a pattern that would stitch up to be a very long item.
Like I say, this upcoming feature has been tested but is not enabled quite yet.
Ok, newest update photo of the loom beaded background for the vulture tapestry I am almost to the end of! 37 more bead lines to go!!!!!!
I am trying to get the beaded part
done so I can concentrate on the ahrd work of finishing it off and
ready to hang. Kinda' funny with a piece this large that as I
approach the finish line it gets harder for me to want to continue.
It's like I am so ready to finish I have to tell myself it will
never get to that point if I don't get busy and bead!!
It has come along and looks better
than I expected or imagined.
José,
You're very welcome!
Glad you have a good program to work with! Let me caution you, though...it's not how long the image is in the finished pattern that's important. It's important how many beads across you want the image to be (e.g., stitches) and then it's important to know how many rows vertically (though you'll have to tweak that in your graphics program for this version of the software). The image you print in your finished pattern is probably going to be far different from the size of the finished beadwork, so measuring the image you get from the freePatternWizard is going to be unhelpful.
If you're not sure how many beads you'll need, you can always make a sample piece and decide based on that how many beads will meet your purposes for the particular cuff bracelet you want to make.
For example, you may decide you want your bracelet pattern to be 30 beads wide. That would mean you'd first make your image 30 pixels wide in a graphics program. If that looks good to you, then you'd know that's the measurement you can work with to make your bracelet the right size.
I know there are people making framed pictures/wall hangings; it really depends on your original image. If you're using a photograph with a lot of colors and things going on, it may be unsuitable for a cuff bracelet. Remember, you have to minimize it in a program first, so see how you like it then; if it doesn't reduce too small, then it will be fine!
It's likely that anyone who does make a cuff bracelet pattern using the freePatternWizard is either using artwork, rather than photos, or pieces of photos. Basically, anything that will reduce well or is small enough to start with.
Line,
Lol, seriously though the easiest way would
be what Melanie suggested. Many years ago that's how we did it,
just work up an afghan in tunisian (afghan stitch) and then cross
stitch on the squares. You can even get a lot more detail in with
cross stitch, too.
The lettering on this one is cross stitched, just to give you an idea of the look.
Hi, everyone.
Briefly, this option will allow you to print more stitches on a page! Read on...
This is the first of two paper size additions with great new uses.
I just added US Paper sizes Ansi A, B, C, D, and E. The following chart shows paper dimensions and the number of stitches that fit on a page for standard crochet and knitting. More specifications will come as I catch up detailing these new options.
Because of the fact that the freePatternWizard works all its calculations and formatting mathematically, it means that the larger the paper, the more stitches that will fit on a page. This also means you can actually print larger charts on the same piece of paper and have it shrink the stitches to fit.
The following example uses the standard Adobe Reader to open and print a chart. For those using a laptop or desktop, this is probably the standard setting. For those using iOS or Android, there's a similar option. (I'll detail these soon).
In the case of standard crochet or knitting charts, you can normally fit up to 40 stitches across and 70 rows down on an 8½x11" page (shown in the table above). Let's say you want to shrink a chart and fit 110 stitches across on a page.
1. Set your paper size to Ansi D (because according to the above chart, you can fit up to 110 stitches across on this size paper).
2. Create your chart in .pdf format
3. Tell your .pdf reader program to print the page. It will allow you to set certain options. Adobe Reader allows a setting called "Size Options". Under this option, choose "Fit" rather then "Actual Size".
Your reader may look different but look for the Paper Sizing and Handling options. In the Adobe Reader, be sure your paper size is set to "Letter" (if you want to print onto 8½x11"). So even though we're creating the chart onto 22x34" "paper" in section 7 of the freePatternWizard, the .pdf reader will compress it to fit on 8½x11". That's why you set Ansi D paper size (22x34") on the freePatternWizard and 8½x11" on the .pdf reader.
Here I have "Letter" size paper set in the Adobe .pdf Reader.
You'll probably see a thumbnail of your chart on which you can now see the 110 stitches across (if you look close enough).
4. Go ahead and print your chart and you should have a document with more stitches on each page.
Notes:
The above example is assuming you're printing onto 8½x11" paper and are making either a standard crochet or knitting chart. More paper sizes (including international) are coming and more details are coming for other stitch types. For now, when in doubt, just try other paper sizes and stitch types.
I'll document stitches across and rows down for other stitching categories as soon as possible.
With the next group of paper sizes, you'll also be able to back up one and have the system enlarge the page for those who have problems reading smaller print (like me).
These new options are very flexible. I can add even more or fewer stitches per page if you want it. Again, hopefully over the next several days I'll get it all documented.
In the meantime, have fun!
Terry
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Thanks for reply. This is correct in case you want to specifically set the height however the system will then calculate the other dimension (in this case the width).
I do have a new feature coming that's already in a test version that allows you to enter both dimensions but it's not enabled quite yet. It works well and when used you have to remember that the resulting stitched item will no longer be proportional. So if you enter 100 stitches across and 500 stitches down it would create a pattern that would stitch up to be a very long item.
Like I say, this upcoming feature has been tested but is not enabled quite yet.
Ok, newest update photo of the loom beaded background for the vulture tapestry I am almost to the end of! 37 more bead lines to go!!!!!!
I am trying to get the beaded part
done so I can concentrate on the ahrd work of finishing it off and
ready to hang. Kinda' funny with a piece this large that as I
approach the finish line it gets harder for me to want to continue.
It's like I am so ready to finish I have to tell myself it will
never get to that point if I don't get busy and bead!! It has come along and looks better
than I expected or imagined. José,
You're very welcome!
Glad you have a good program to work with! Let me caution you, though...it's not how long the image is in the finished pattern that's important. It's important how many beads across you want the image to be (e.g., stitches) and then it's important to know how many rows vertically (though you'll have to tweak that in your graphics program for this version of the software). The image you print in your finished pattern is probably going to be far different from the size of the finished beadwork, so measuring the image you get from the freePatternWizard is going to be unhelpful.
If you're not sure how many beads you'll need, you can always make a sample piece and decide based on that how many beads will meet your purposes for the particular cuff bracelet you want to make.
For example, you may decide you want your bracelet pattern to be 30 beads wide. That would mean you'd first make your image 30 pixels wide in a graphics program. If that looks good to you, then you'd know that's the measurement you can work with to make your bracelet the right size.
I know there are people making framed pictures/wall hangings; it really depends on your original image. If you're using a photograph with a lot of colors and things going on, it may be unsuitable for a cuff bracelet. Remember, you have to minimize it in a program first, so see how you like it then; if it doesn't reduce too small, then it will be fine!
It's likely that anyone who does make a cuff bracelet pattern using the freePatternWizard is either using artwork, rather than photos, or pieces of photos. Basically, anything that will reduce well or is small enough to start with.
Line,
Lol
, seriously though the easiest way would
be what Melanie suggested. Many years ago that's how we did it,
just work up an afghan in tunisian (afghan stitch) and then cross
stitch on the squares. You can even get a lot more detail in with
cross stitch, too.The lettering on this one is cross stitched, just to give you an idea of the look.
Hi, everyone.
Briefly, this option will allow you to print more stitches on a page! Read on...
This is the first of two paper size additions with great new uses.
I just added US Paper sizes Ansi A, B, C, D, and E. The following chart shows paper dimensions and the number of stitches that fit on a page for standard crochet and knitting. More specifications will come as I catch up detailing these new options.
| Size | Dimensions (inches) | Crochet
Stitches Across | Crochet Rows Down |
| Ansi A | 8½ x 11 | 40 | 70 |
| Ansi B | 11 x 17 | 50 | 120 |
| Ansi C | 17 x 22 | 80 | 150 |
| Ansi D | 22 x 34 | 110 | 250 |
| Ansi E | 34 x 44 | 180 | 330 |
Because of the fact that the freePatternWizard works all its calculations and formatting mathematically, it means that the larger the paper, the more stitches that will fit on a page. This also means you can actually print larger charts on the same piece of paper and have it shrink the stitches to fit.
The following example uses the standard Adobe Reader to open and print a chart. For those using a laptop or desktop, this is probably the standard setting. For those using iOS or Android, there's a similar option. (I'll detail these soon).
In the case of standard crochet or knitting charts, you can normally fit up to 40 stitches across and 70 rows down on an 8½x11" page (shown in the table above). Let's say you want to shrink a chart and fit 110 stitches across on a page.
1. Set your paper size to Ansi D (because according to the above chart, you can fit up to 110 stitches across on this size paper).
2. Create your chart in .pdf format
3. Tell your .pdf reader program to print the page. It will allow you to set certain options. Adobe Reader allows a setting called "Size Options". Under this option, choose "Fit" rather then "Actual Size".
Your reader may look different but look for the Paper Sizing and Handling options. In the Adobe Reader, be sure your paper size is set to "Letter" (if you want to print onto 8½x11"). So even though we're creating the chart onto 22x34" "paper" in section 7 of the freePatternWizard, the .pdf reader will compress it to fit on 8½x11". That's why you set Ansi D paper size (22x34") on the freePatternWizard and 8½x11" on the .pdf reader.
Here I have "Letter" size paper set in the Adobe .pdf Reader.
You'll probably see a thumbnail of your chart on which you can now see the 110 stitches across (if you look close enough).
4. Go ahead and print your chart and you should have a document with more stitches on each page.
Notes:
The above example is assuming you're printing onto 8½x11" paper and are making either a standard crochet or knitting chart. More paper sizes (including international) are coming and more details are coming for other stitch types. For now, when in doubt, just try other paper sizes and stitch types.
I'll document stitches across and rows down for other stitching categories as soon as possible.
With the next group of paper sizes, you'll also be able to back up one and have the system enlarge the page for those who have problems reading smaller print (like me).
These new options are very flexible. I can add even more or fewer stitches per page if you want it. Again, hopefully over the next several days I'll get it all documented.
In the meantime, have fun!
Terry
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