Free Custom Knitting & Crochet Graph Paper Generator

If you need actual-sized graph paper to match your knitting or crochet gauge exactly, use this free tool to create it! Custom graph paper is perfect for . . .

  • planning shaping, such as short rows, increases, or decreases;

  • designing or doodling stranded colorwork motifs to visualize the scale and how colors will interact before casting on;

  • building and ensuring mosaic knitting charts follow the rules of slip-stitch colorwork;

  • charting cables, lace, or other textured stitch patterns;

  • figuring out buttonhole spacing and button placement;

  • and more!

. . . all in the same gauge of the yarn you are using for a project or your next pattern design!

How to Use This Graph Paper Generator

  1. Enter number of stitches and rows equal to 4" (10 cm) (decimals are okay!)
  2. Select scale ratio
  3. Choose page orientation (portrait for tall projects, landscape for wide projects)
  4. Adjust line and outline weights, if desired
  5. Smart Feature: Stitch and row intervals auto-sync with your gauge to outline perfect 4" (10 cm) squares!
    Change manually if you want different intervals outlined, such as 1" (2.5 cm) squares or stitch pattern repeats. Double-click interval fields to re-sync.
  6. Click Generate PDF
    If asked, click 'Allow' to download. File will be saved in your Downloads folder.
  7. When printing, make sure "Actual size" (or Scale: 100%) is selected and paper size is set to "Letter"
to 4" (10 cm)
to 4" (10 cm)
ratio
8.5 × 11" or 11 × 8.5"
.25 pt increments
.25 pt increments
auto-synced
auto-synced

✨ Smart Features:

  • Portrait & Landscape: Choose page orientation based on your project needs
  • Auto-Sync Stitch & Row Intervals: Bold lines automatically match your gauge for perfect 4" (10 cm) squares
  • Manual Override: Change interval values manually if you want bold lines at different intervals
  • Re-Sync Option: Double-click stitch or row interval fields to re-sync with gauge
  • Mobile Friendly: Works perfectly on phones and tablets

📐 When to Use Each Page Orientation:

Portrait (8.5 × 11")
  • Scarves and long rectangular projects
  • Sweater fronts and backs
  • Tall, narrow designs
  • More rows, fewer stitches per page
Landscape (11 × 8.5")
  • Wide shawls and wraps
  • Blanket sections
  • Wide, short designs
  • More stitches, fewer rows per page