About Steph Rawlings Creations
I built this because I was tired of guessing.
String art looks incredible when it's done right — but getting there isn't easy. Spacing nails evenly, planning the pattern, figuring out the sequence… it's where most people give up.
I kept running into the same problem: I had the idea, but no easy way to turn it into something I could actually build.
So I created this tool.
What this site helps you do
This isn't just for inspiration — it's designed to actually help you create.
No guessing. No wasted boards. No starting over.
Why it's different
Most tools either show you pictures, or give you something too basic to actually use.
This is built for real projects. You can go from:
All in one place — without starting over halfway through.
About me
Based in Ireland
I originally got into string art because I loved how it looked — but I quickly realised how frustrating it could be to actually plan and build a piece properly.
I came at string art as a hands-on maker: learning by doing, testing patterns on real boards, and building up a feel for what works through direct experience — not from a textbook.
At the same time, I've been dealing with ongoing health issues, and I found that working on string art really helped my mental health — it gave me something to focus on and switch off.
That's what pushed me to create this tool. Something that lets you test ideas, adjust designs, and get it right before you start using real materials.
I built the tool from scratch because nothing else gave makers real control. Most tools online auto-generate a pattern from a photo — but I wanted something you could actually design with: set your nail spacing, test thread paths, plan layer by layer, and know before you commit a single nail that it'll come out right.
What started as a small idea turned into a full tool, and I'm still improving it every day based on what works (and what doesn't).
Free vs Pro
You can use the designer for free. If you want to actually build your design, the Pro pack gives you:
It's designed to save you time — and stop you wasting materials.
What's next
This is just the start.
The tool is constantly evolving — with new features, improvements, and better ways to create being added all the time.
If you have suggestions or ideas, I'm always open to them.
Get in touchStart designing your first piece
Open the designer, start laying out your pattern, and see your idea come together before you commit a single nail to the board.
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The designer is free, works in your browser, and needs no account or download.
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