PixelMe
Your photo.
Your pattern.
AI converts your photo to pixel art.
Then finish it by hand, in your favorite colors.
Tired of drawing patterns
from scratch?
- 📐
Transferring designs square by square takes forever
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Color combinations need endless trial and error
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Pre-made patterns online rarely match your taste
AI creates the base.
You make it yours.
PixelMe converts your favorite photos into pixel art using AI. Use the result directly as a pattern for cross-stitch or bead art. Fine-tune colors pixel by pixel with the pen tool and bucket fill.
The best of both worlds:
AI speed meets your creative touch.
How It Works
- 1
Pick a Photo
Upload your favorite photo or illustration
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AI Converts It
Pixel art generated in multiple sizes in seconds
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Finish by Hand
Use pen tool & bucket fill to perfect your colors
Editing Tools Perfect for Pattern Making
Pen Tool
Place colors one pixel at a time. Perfect for fine-tuning pattern details
Bucket Fill
Change color areas all at once. Recolor large sections with one tap
Color Palette
View and edit all colors used. Match to embroidery thread or bead colors
Undo / Redo
Experiment freely. Undo and redo as many times as you need
Size Selection
Choose pixel size to match your project. Fit to pegboard or fabric count
Save & Download
Save your work anytime. Download in high resolution
What You Can Create
Cross-stitch & embroidery charts
Perler bead patterns
Knitting pattern designs
Pixel art for display
What Users Say
Love that I can edit pixels after conversion! Perfect for my cross-stitch projects.
— Re NjSo fun, I can spend hours tweaking colors. Addictive in the best way!
— LauraArikayMakes bead pattern creation so easy. My kids and I love using it together.
— CraftMomReady to create
your first pattern?
Turn your favorite photo into a one-of-a-kind design.
Free to get started
FAQ
Is it free to use?
Yes, basic features are free. The Pro plan unlocks unlimited AI Magic mode, removes ads and watermarks.
Does it support embroidery thread color codes?
Direct thread code matching is not yet available, but you can view and adjust all colors used in the color palette to match your threads.
Can I convert any photo into a pattern?
Yes — portraits, landscapes, pets, illustrations, and more can all be converted to pixel art patterns.
What's the difference between web and app?
The web version offers free basic conversion and pattern creation. The app adds AI Magic mode (high-quality conversion), a pixel editor, and more advanced editing tools.