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Every plan includes AI colour quantisation, the full stitch grid, PNG & CSV export, and a recommended yarn kit. No credit card to try.
Guests get 3 free patterns with no signup; a free account raises the limit to 10 patterns. Pro is $1.99/month or $19/year (two months free) with unlimited generations and printable PDF export.
Which Pricing Plan Fits Your Crochet Project?
Choose between instant guest access, a free registered account, or unlimited Pro generations:
Guest
No account needed
$0
- ✓ 3 free pattern generations
- ✓ Full colour grid preview
- ✓ PNG & CSV export
- ✓ Recommended yarn kit
Free account
Google or email sign-in
$0
- ✓ 10 free pattern generations
- ✓ Saved project history
- ✓ Everything in Guest
Pro
For serious makers
$1.99 /month
or $19/year — two months free
$19 /year
≈ $1.58/month — two months free when billed yearly
- ✓ Unlimited pattern generations
- ✓ Printable PDF with row-by-row instructions
- ✓ No watermarks on exports
- ✓ Priority support
Prices in USD. Cancel anytime — patterns you generated stay in your account. Checkout is handled securely by Stripe.
How Do the Free and Pro Plans Compare?
Side-by-side feature matrix of Guest, Free Account, and Pro plans:
| Plan Features | Guest ($0) | Free Account ($0) | Pro ($1.99/mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pattern Generations Limit | 3 total patterns | 10 total patterns | Unlimited generations |
| Signup Requirement | None (Instant try) | Google / Email sign-in | Google / Email sign-in |
| Stitch Grid Preview & PNG Export | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| CSV Stitch Count Table Export | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Recommended Yarn Kit Matching | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Printable PDF with Row-by-Row Directions | — | — | ✓ Included (Full PDF) |
| Watermark-Free Pattern Exports | — | — | ✓ Watermark-free |
| Project History & Saved Patterns | — | 10 saved projects | Unlimited saved projects |
| Generation Processing Priority | Standard | Standard | ✓ Priority queue |
Crafting Transparency: What to Expect Before You Upgrade
We believe in honest textile engineering, not empty AI hype. Here is our direct commitment to your time, yarn investment, and finished project quality:
Screen RGB vs Physical Yarn Dye-Lots
Color Calibration NoticeDigital computer monitors emit light in RGB, whereas physical wool and acrylic yarns reflect ambient light with subtle dye-lot shifts. Studio maps pixels directly to commercial manufacturer palettes (DMC, Bernat, Red Heart) and lets you fine-tune palette colors before stitching, preventing costly surprises at your yarn store.
Artisan Tension & Swatch Guidance
Physical Sizing RealityEvery maker works with unique hand tension (typically fluctuating ±5%). Studio generates mathematically calibrated stitch grids and yardage estimates, but for large heirloom blankets or fitted graphgans, we always advocate working a small 10×10 test swatch to verify your gauge before starting.
100% Commercial Rights & Ownership
Zero Hidden RoyaltiesYou own everything you create. Whether you generate patterns for family keepsakes or sell finished physical blankets, tapestries, and amigurumi on Etsy, local craft fairs, or your website, you keep 100% of your earnings. No commercial royalties, commissions, or mandatory attribution.
Zero-Risk "Try First" Policy
No Account or Card NeededNever pay blindly. Guests get 3 full pattern generations without signup or credit card. Inspect the stitch grid preview, verify color separation, and download sample charts. Upgrade to Pro only when you see for yourself that the pattern fits your vision and skill level.
What Are the Most Common Pricing Questions?
Answers to questions about billing, free trials, subscription cancellations, and pattern ownership:
Is AeternaCraft Studio really free to use?
Yes — the first patterns are completely free: guests get 3 patterns with no signup, and a free account raises the limit to 10 patterns. Every generation includes the full colour grid, PNG and CSV export, and a recommended yarn kit.
What do I get with Pro?
Pro removes all generation limits and unlocks printable PDF export with row-by-row instructions and the yarn legend — without watermarks. It is a monthly subscription you can cancel anytime from your account; your already-generated patterns stay yours.
Can I sell physical items or finished blankets made from Studio patterns?
Yes, 100%. You retain full commercial rights to all finished physical items you crochet and sell. You can sell them at craft fairs, on Etsy, or in local boutiques without paying any royalties, commissions, or attribution fees.
How do I ensure my finished crochet piece matches the generated pattern?
Use high-contrast, well-lit photos and crochet a small 10×10 gauge swatch. High contrast between subject and background yields sharp color boundaries, while a gauge swatch verifies that your hand tension matches the pattern grid dimensions before you commit hours of yarn work.
How much does Pro cost?
Pro costs $1.99/month, or $19/year (about $1.58/month — two months free). For scale: a single skein of good wool yarn costs more than a full month of unlimited crochet patterns.
Do I need a subscription to try it?
No. Upload a photo and generate before creating any account. Most crocheters try the studio with a real photo first — the free tier is deliberately generous because we want the pattern quality to sell itself.
Want to See Finished Projects Before Upgrading?
Browse real photo-to-crochet transformations made with the Studio — original photo, generated pattern, finished piece.