What is the best software to buy with which I can design my own cross stitch and embroidery patterns?

Question

What is the best software to buy with which I can design my own cross stitch and embroidery patterns?

Answer 1

paint

Answer 2

If you mean embroidery machine patterns, I would recommend Embird with the Cross-stitch add-on.  The package is very popular and has many available tutorials to show you step by step how to create the designs for your embroidery machine.

I personally use it and find it very easy to understand and use.  It has alot of functionality and versatility as well.  There is also a 30 day free trial so that you can try before you buy.  You can find more information about Embird as well as available tutorials at http://www.secretsof.com/

If you mean hand-embroidery and cross-stitch patterns, I personally have found that drawing my own patterns on graph paper has worked easiest and best for me.