How to Use the Material Price Calculator
1. Enter Skeins & Price
Input how many DMC skeins you need and your local price per skein.
2. Add Fabric Cost
Enter the full cut price of your Aida or Linen piece, framing margins included.
3. Include Extras
Optionally add stitching hours with an hourly rate and accessory costs to see a true project total.
About the Material Price Calculator
The Material Price Calculator gives you a complete budget for a cross stitch project before you walk into the craft shop. It breaks cost down into floss, fabric, accessories, and - if you stitch for sale - labour.
DMC floss typically retails between $0.65 and $0.99 per 8m skein, while 14-count Aida runs $12-$18 per yard and quality linen $25-$45 per yard. By entering your own local prices, the tool produces a budget that reflects your market, not averages.
Cost Calculation Formulas
Floss Cost = Skeins to Buy × Price per Skein
Labour Value = Stitching Hours × Hourly Rate
Total Cost = Floss Cost + Fabric Cost + Labour + Accessories
Budget & Pricing Tips
- Price fabric by full cut size - including your 2-3 inch framing border, not just the stitched area.
- Buy floss in one visit for each colour to avoid dye-lot mismatch on background shades.
- For commissions: materials + hours × fair hourly rate. Handmade deserves proper value.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does cross stitch fabric cost?
Standard 14-count Aida costs about $12-$18 per yard; linen and hand-dyed evenweaves run $25-$45 per yard.
What is a fair price for a DMC skein?
Most craft stores sell DMC 6-strand floss for $0.65-$0.99 per 8m skein; bulk multipacks lower the per-skein cost.
Should I price fabric with the border?
Yes - you buy the full cut rectangle including framing margins, so include it in your budget.
How do I price a commissioned piece?
Add material cost to (stitching hours × your hourly rate). Even a modest $10/hour values a 10,000-stitch piece at $1,000+ in labour.
How can I cut material costs?
Buy floss in bulk sets, purchase bolt-length Aida, and reuse hoops and needles across projects.