Create Beautiful String Art

Transform your favorite photos into stunning string art patterns with our free online generator. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and artists!

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Original Image
String Art Result
Original Image → String Art Result

String Art Generator

Customize Your Pattern
More pins = finer detail
More lines = darker result
Thickness of each line

Supported formats: JPG, PNG, GIF (max 10MB)

How to Use the String Art Generator

Follow these simple steps to create your own string art masterpiece

1. Upload Image

Choose a high-contrast portrait photo. Close-up images with clear features work best for string art.

2. Adjust Settings

Customize the number of pins (detail level), lines (darkness), and line weight to match your preferences.

3. Generate Pattern

Wait for the algorithm to process your image and generate the optimal string path pattern.

4. Create Art

Follow the step-by-step guide to connect pins with string in the generated sequence.

Materials You'll Need

  • Circular wooden hoop or frame
  • Small nails or pins
  • Dark colored thread or string
  • Hammer
  • Protractor (for pin placement)
  • Patience and steady hands!

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about string art generation

High-contrast portrait photos work best. Images with clear distinction between light and dark areas will produce the most striking results. Close-up photos of faces, especially black and white portraits, are ideal.
The default of 288 pins works well for most projects. More pins (up to 360) will give you finer detail but make the project more complex. Fewer pins (200-250) create a more abstract, simplified result.
The string art algorithm is computationally intensive and runs entirely in your browser. Large images or high pin/line counts can overwhelm your browser's memory. Simply refresh the page and try with lower settings or a smaller image.
After generation is complete, copy the numbers from the text area. Save them in a text file. You can paste them back into the generator later using the "Load Saved Pattern" button.
Physical creation time depends on the complexity of your pattern. A typical 288-pin, 4000-line pattern can take 6-12 hours to complete. Take breaks and work in sessions for the best results.
While the generator assumes dark string on a light background, you can experiment with different colors. Dark colors (black, navy, dark brown) typically work best for contrast and visibility.