16 count Aida
16-count Aida has 16 stitches per inch. Use two strands and a size 24 tapestry needle. It suits stitchers who want a little more detail without straining.
How big on 16-count?
6.3 × 6.3 in (15.9 × 15.9 cm)
Add 3 in (7.5 cm) on each side for the fabric to cut, or use the full cross stitch calculator.
16-count Aida size chart
| Stitches | Inches | Centimetres |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | 1.9 | 4.8 |
| 50 | 3.1 | 7.9 |
| 80 | 5.0 | 12.7 |
| 100 | 6.3 | 15.9 |
| 150 | 9.4 | 23.8 |
| 200 | 12.5 | 31.8 |
What 16-count looks like
Expect slightly finer, smoother shading than 14-count. A design on 16-count is 12.5% smaller than on 14-count and matches 32-count linen over two.
Floss, needle and hoop
Stitch with two strands of DMC stranded cotton and a size 24 tapestry needle (see the needle size chart). Pick a hoop a little larger than the design’s diagonal, or a scroll frame for anything over about 12 inches.
Common sizes
Other Aida counts
16-count Aida questions
What does 16-count Aida mean?
16-count Aida has 16 squares per inch in each direction, so every cross stitch is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) across.
How many strands for 16-count Aida?
Use two strands.
What needle for 16-count Aida?
A size 24 tapestry needle; size 26 also works.
How big is a 100-stitch design on 16-count Aida?
6.25 inches (15.9 cm). Divide any stitch count by 16 to get inches.