knitPro 2.0 & other cross-stitch tips

So since posting this photo online, I’ve had a few questions about the pattern–namely, where’d you get the pattern? Listen up: there really isn’t one. Here’s how I did it: 

Step 1: Do a Google image search on “buffalo” and pick your fave. I recommend a solid-colored version. Step 2: Using microRevolt’s knitPro 2.0, upload your chosen buffalo pic at the “cross stitch” and “regular” size settings. Step 3: Print out the gridded picture and grab your supplies. Step 4: Find the middle of the knitPro “pattern” and begin stitching from there. In this case, I found the middle of the buffalo’s back and from there knit the outline of its entire shape. Now I’m filling in. Step 5: Stitch away!

Don’t be afraid to go freehand for a bit. I’ve since input images of anchors and telephone wires into knitPro; I’ll let you know how they turn out. If you’re looking for help with letters, try subversive cross-stitch’s text generator or their other tools.