Cross-Stitch: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns
Free Cross Stitch Patterns, designed by Connie G. Thomas, About.com Cross Stitch Guide, organized in a handy alphabetical listing. Includes free patterns suitable for Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Crochet, Plastic Canvas, and Scrapbooking. Listings of other free embroidery patterns are included along with free cross stitch variation tutorials.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns, designed by Connie G. Thomas, About.com Cross Stitch Guide, organized in a handy alphabetical listing. Includes free patterns suitable for Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Crochet, Plastic Canvas, and Scrapbooking. Listings of other free embroidery patterns are included along with free cross stitch variation tutorials.
Free Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends Sampler Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Cross Stitch Chart - Free Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends Sampler in the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends Sampler in the floss color of your choice.
Stitch a Single Cross Stitch
Photos and illustrations guide beginners to stitch a cross stitch
Photos and illustrations guide beginners to stitch a cross stitch
Easy Christmas Cross Stitch
Quick and Easy Cross Stitch Patterns for Christmas Stitching
Quick and Easy Cross Stitch Patterns for Christmas Stitching
Stitched Model of Free Enter as Strangers, Leave as Friends Sampler Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart - Free Cross Stitch Graph
Stitched Model of Free Enter as Strangers done on 11-count Aida fabric with two strands of DMC floss.
Stitched Model of Free Enter as Strangers done on 11-count Aida fabric with two strands of DMC floss.
Easy Free Halloween Patterns
Free Halloween Cross Stitch Patterns designed by Connie G. Thomas. Add the designs to treat bags, cards or t-shirts.
Free Halloween Cross Stitch Patterns designed by Connie G. Thomas. Add the designs to treat bags, cards or t-shirts.
Easy Baby Cross Stitch Charts
Free Baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns to stitch for all your baby shower and baby gift needs.
Free Baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns to stitch for all your baby shower and baby gift needs.
Various Alphabet Patterns
Alphabet Patterns always come in handy for personalizing Cross Stitch designs and projects or for charting sayings. These patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites.
Alphabet Patterns always come in handy for personalizing Cross Stitch designs and projects or for charting sayings. These patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites.
Back Stitch - Lesson One
Follow photos and step-by-step directions to learn how to back stitch.
Follow photos and step-by-step directions to learn how to back stitch.
Basic Stitches
Learn Five Basic Stitches Used in Cross Stitch Embroidery.
Learn Five Basic Stitches Used in Cross Stitch Embroidery.
Alphabet Sampler Patterns
Stitch the samplers individually or collect all the alphabet samplers to stitch for a larger project. Two new patterns will be added each month until the collection is complete.
Stitch the samplers individually or collect all the alphabet samplers to stitch for a larger project. Two new patterns will be added each month until the collection is complete.
Free Acorns Away Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Acorns Away Cross Stitch Chart - Fall-Themed Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Acorns Away Cross Stitch pattern with the floss colors of your choice.
Stitch this free Acorns Away Cross Stitch pattern with the floss colors of your choice.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Celtic Cross
Stitch this free Celtic Cross Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Celtic Cross Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Six Stitch Tall Cross Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Cross Stitch Alphabet Chart - Free Downloadable Alphabet Graph
Use this free cross stitch alphabet pattern to personalize your Cross Stitch designs.
Use this free cross stitch alphabet pattern to personalize your Cross Stitch designs.
Free Eight Stitch Tall Alphabet Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Alphabet Cross Stitch Chart - Free Alphabet Graph
Use this free Cross Stitch Alphabet pattern to chart a saying or quote or to stitch a sampler. Stitch the letters with the floss color of your choice.
Use this free Cross Stitch Alphabet pattern to chart a saying or quote or to stitch a sampler. Stitch the letters with the floss color of your choice.
Various Halloween Patterns
Halloween patterns to add a little spooky charm to your Halloween decor. These patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites.
Halloween patterns to add a little spooky charm to your Halloween decor. These patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites.
Hand Embroidery Patterns
Free Hand Embroidery and Redwork Patterns including some from nontraditional sources.
Free Hand Embroidery and Redwork Patterns including some from nontraditional sources.
Free Four Stitch High Back Stitch Alphabet and Numbers Pattern - Free Back Stitch Upper and Lower Case Alphabet and Numbers Chart
Use this free alphabet pattern with upper and lower case letters and numbers to personalize your cross stitch designs. Stitch the back stitch letters with the floss colors of your choice.
Use this free alphabet pattern with upper and lower case letters and numbers to personalize your cross stitch designs. Stitch the back stitch letters with the floss colors of your choice.
Cross Stitch Projects
Ideas for finishing Cross Stitch designs - Cross Stitch tutorials, step-by-steps and how to's.
Ideas for finishing Cross Stitch designs - Cross Stitch tutorials, step-by-steps and how to's.
Simple Cross Stitch Bracelet
Stitch a Cross Stitch design on plastic canvas, add a button and a loop fastener and create a cross stitch bracelet.
Stitch a Cross Stitch design on plastic canvas, add a button and a loop fastener and create a cross stitch bracelet.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - December 25th
This free Cross Stitch pattern December 25th will make a great gift tag or ornament. This pattern is suitable for beginning stitchers.
This free Cross Stitch pattern December 25th will make a great gift tag or ornament. This pattern is suitable for beginning stitchers.
Free Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Chart - Free Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Graph
Use this free lowercase back stitch alphabet to personalize your Cross Stitch projects, chart a saying, or to create your own unique signature.
Use this free lowercase back stitch alphabet to personalize your Cross Stitch projects, chart a saying, or to create your own unique signature.
Various Christmas Patterns
These Christmas Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
These Christmas Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
Various Baby-Themed Charts
These baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
These baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
Free Cross Stitch Bookmarks
Make a bookmark for someone special or yourself using these free Cross Stitch Bookmark designs.
Make a bookmark for someone special or yourself using these free Cross Stitch Bookmark designs.
Free Bunnies Squared Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Downloadable Cross Stitch Chart
Stitch this free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Hardanger Steps and Stars Pattern - Free Printable Hardanger Chart - Free Intermediate Hardanger Graph
The free Hardanger Steps and Stars pattern is stitched with cross stitch, eyelet stitch, four-sided stitch, and kloster blocks.
The free Hardanger Steps and Stars pattern is stitched with cross stitch, eyelet stitch, four-sided stitch, and kloster blocks.
Free Daffodil and Tulip Diamond Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Daffodil and Tulip Diamond Cross Stitch Graph - Floral Chart
Stitch this free Daffodil and Tulip Diamond cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Daffodil and Tulip Diamond cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Two Stitch High Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Alphabet Chart - Free Downloadable Alphabet Graph
This small free back stitch alphabet is perfect for adding small words to personalize your cross stitch designs.
This small free back stitch alphabet is perfect for adding small words to personalize your cross stitch designs.
Free Six Stitches Tall Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Back Stitch Alphabet Graph - Free Downloadable Alphabet Chart
Stitch these back stitch letters with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch these back stitch letters with the floss color of your choice.
Wedding-Themed Patterns
Stitch these free wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns to celebrate your own wedding or that of a couple who is special to you.
Stitch these free wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns to celebrate your own wedding or that of a couple who is special to you.
Free Rose Window Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Rose Window Cross Stitch Chart - Free Downloadable Rose Window Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Rose Window Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Rose Window Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Thanksgiving Cross Stitch
Free Thanksgiving Cross Stitch patterns to use in your holiday decor, for invitations, or placemats or ornaments.
Free Thanksgiving Cross Stitch patterns to use in your holiday decor, for invitations, or placemats or ornaments.
Free Memories Saying with Border Counted Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Saying Cross Stitch Pattern - Downloadable Graph
Stitch this free Memories design for a magnet or to embellish a scrapbook page.
Stitch this free Memories design for a magnet or to embellish a scrapbook page.
Black Cat Cross Stitch
Stitch this Free Black Cat Cross Stitch Pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Stitch this Free Black Cat Cross Stitch Pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Halloween Trio Border
Stitch this free Halloween Trio Border pattern to trim a treat bag or around a spooky saying.
Stitch this free Halloween Trio Border pattern to trim a treat bag or around a spooky saying.
Various Bookmark Charts
These bookmark Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
These bookmark Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.
Witch Saying Cross Stitch
Stitch this free Witch Saying Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Stitch this free Witch Saying Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Make a Floss Storage System
Step-by-Step Instructions describe how to make a floss storage system.
Step-by-Step Instructions describe how to make a floss storage system.
Basic Candlewicking
Learn about the basic supplies needed for Candlewicking Embroidery.
Learn about the basic supplies needed for Candlewicking Embroidery.
Ghost Pattern - Solid Color
Stitch this free Ghost Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Stitch this free Ghost Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Free Cross Stitch Motif - Small Christmas Tree - Color Symbol Pattern
Stitch this free Small Christmas Tree Cross Stitch pattern for a gift tag, a pin, or a card.
Stitch this free Small Christmas Tree Cross Stitch pattern for a gift tag, a pin, or a card.
Easy Summer-Themed Patterns
Use these free Summer-themed Cross Stitch Patterns to embellish your summer togs, beach towels, totes, or for other Cross Stitch projects.
Use these free Summer-themed Cross Stitch Patterns to embellish your summer togs, beach towels, totes, or for other Cross Stitch projects.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart A
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart A, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart A, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Free Four-Petal Flower Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Four-Petal Flower Cross Stitch Chart - Floral Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Four-Petal Flower cross stitch and back stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Four-Petal Flower cross stitch and back stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Butterfly - Color Symbol
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Butterfly - Color Symbol pattern to stitch for a card or bookmark.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Butterfly - Color Symbol pattern to stitch for a card or bookmark.
Free Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Chart - Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Alphabets
Designed to be a companion to the Six-Stitch Tall Back Stitch Alphabet Chart.
Designed to be a companion to the Six-Stitch Tall Back Stitch Alphabet Chart.
Spider Cross Stitch
Stitch this free Spider Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration or pin.
Stitch this free Spider Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration or pin.
Free Byzantine Tile Patterns - Mosaic Cross Symbol Chart - Free Byzantine Tile Printable Counted Cross Stitch Chart - Free Downloadable Graph
These designs were inspired by Byzantine tiles from a travel show I watched one weekend. Many times my patterns are inspired by things I see around me in nature or on TV.
These designs were inspired by Byzantine tiles from a travel show I watched one weekend. Many times my patterns are inspired by things I see around me in nature or on TV.
Free Itty Bitty Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Alphabet Chart - Free Back Stitch Alphabet Graph - Free Letter Patterns
Use this small alphabet to sign your work or to chart small sayings for miniature samplers.
Use this small alphabet to sign your work or to chart small sayings for miniature samplers.
Free Another Brick in the Wall Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Another Brick in the Wall Back Stitch Graph - Downloadable Back Stitch Chart
Stitch this back stitch motif on a towel or as a background for a Cross Stitch design.
Stitch this back stitch motif on a towel or as a background for a Cross Stitch design.
Free Tiny Alphabet Back Stitch Pattern - Upper and Lower Case Letters
Use this free back stitch alphabet to chart and stitch your own sayings.
Use this free back stitch alphabet to chart and stitch your own sayings.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Bride and Groom Initial Pattern - Wedding Inspiration Patterns
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Free Greek Cross Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Greek Cross Chart - Free Downloadable Greek Cross Graph
Stitch this free Greek Cross Pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Greek Cross Pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Printing Free Patterns
Achieve great results by following these tips about printing Cross Stitch patterns and charts.
Achieve great results by following these tips about printing Cross Stitch patterns and charts.
Learn How to Back Stitch
Use these tutorials to learn how to stitch back stitch
Use these tutorials to learn how to stitch back stitch
Fake a French Knot
Stitch a French Knot or Colonial Knot
Stitch a French Knot or Colonial Knot
Free Stained Glass Window Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Stained Glass Window Cross Stitch Chart - Free Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Stained Glass Window cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Stained Glass Window cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
DMC Embroidery Floss
Profile of DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss
Profile of DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss
Quilt-Inspired Cross Stitch
These free patterns were inspired by quilt patterns. Some are close adaptations of traditional patterns and others are merely reminiscent. Stitch the designs for your favorite quilter, or make your own quilt with floss instead of fabric.
These free patterns were inspired by quilt patterns. Some are close adaptations of traditional patterns and others are merely reminiscent. Stitch the designs for your favorite quilter, or make your own quilt with floss instead of fabric.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Halloween Pumpkin Solid Color - Free Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this free Halloween Pumpkin Cross Stitch pattern for a treat bag, t-shirt, or card.
Stitch this free Halloween Pumpkin Cross Stitch pattern for a treat bag, t-shirt, or card.
Brown Dog Cross Stitch
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Brown Dog, on a bookmark, card, or pin.
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Brown Dog, on a bookmark, card, or pin.
Free Daisy Diamond Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Daisy Diamond Cross Stitch Graph - Free Downloadable Daisy Diamond Graph
Stitch this free Daisy Diamond Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Daisy Diamond Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Detail of Free Hand Embroidery Design
Photo of a free-hand embroidery design created and stitched by Connie G. Thomas
Photo of a free-hand embroidery design created and stitched by Connie G. Thomas
Read a Cross Stitch Pattern
Learn to read a basic Cross Stitch pattern by following these tips and instruction.
Learn to read a basic Cross Stitch pattern by following these tips and instruction.
Easy Aida Bookmark
Follow these instructions to create a simple Cross Stitch bookmark using Aida Fabric.
Follow these instructions to create a simple Cross Stitch bookmark using Aida Fabric.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Solid Heart Border
This free Cross Stitch pattern, Solid Heart Border, is a perfect project for beginning Stitchers.
This free Cross Stitch pattern, Solid Heart Border, is a perfect project for beginning Stitchers.
Free Boo Ghost Candlewicking Pattern - Free Printable Halloween Candlewicking Design
Create a ghostly Candlewicking project for a Halloween decoration.
Create a ghostly Candlewicking project for a Halloween decoration.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Daisy Trellis Border
Stitch this Daisy Trellis border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.
Stitch this Daisy Trellis border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Small Flower Border
Stitch this Small Flower border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.
Stitch this Small Flower border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.
Free Back Stitch Patterns
If you enjoy stitching blackwork-style patterns, these back stitch patterns will whet your appetite for back stitch charts.
If you enjoy stitching blackwork-style patterns, these back stitch patterns will whet your appetite for back stitch charts.
Free Chicken Scratch Tree Pattern - Free Printable Chicken Scratch Embroidery Pattern
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Free Black Cat and Moon Saying Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Black Cat and Moon Saying Halloween Chart - Free Black Cat Saying Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch the Black Cat Saying to add to your Halloween decoration. The cat and moon motif alone will work for a pin or ornament.
Stitch the Black Cat Saying to add to your Halloween decoration. The cat and moon motif alone will work for a pin or ornament.
Free Optical Illusion Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Optical Illusion Back Stitch Chart - Free Downloadable Back Stitch Chart
Stitch this free Optical Illusion Back Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Optical Illusion Back Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Art Deco X
Stitch this free Back Stitch pattern for a pin or ornament.
Stitch this free Back Stitch pattern for a pin or ornament.
Free Color Symbol Cross Stitch Pattern - Three Pumpkins and a Squash - Fall-Themed Cross Stitch Design
Practice the three-quarter stitch with this free fall-themed Three Pumpkins and a Squash Cross Stitch pattern.
Practice the three-quarter stitch with this free fall-themed Three Pumpkins and a Squash Cross Stitch pattern.
Free Minisampler Patterns
Stitch the monthly minisamplers as individual projects or collect all twelve for a larger project.
Stitch the monthly minisamplers as individual projects or collect all twelve for a larger project.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Snowflake
Stitch this free snowflake Cross Stitch Pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free snowflake Cross Stitch Pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart B
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart B, Designed by Connie G. Thomas, suitable for stitching for a special Valentine gift.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart B, Designed by Connie G. Thomas, suitable for stitching for a special Valentine gift.
Ghost Cross Stitch - Symbol
Stitch this free Ghost Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Stitch this free Ghost Cross Stitch pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Star Stitch
Learn to stitch a star stitch as you complete this simple free border design.
Learn to stitch a star stitch as you complete this simple free border design.
Free Home Sweet Home Saying Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Cross Stitch Saying With Border - Free Saying Chart - Free Saying Graph
Stitch this free Home Sweet Home Cross Stitch pattern for a friend or yourself.
Stitch this free Home Sweet Home Cross Stitch pattern for a friend or yourself.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart C - Open Heart Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this open heart design for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Stitch this open heart design for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Snowflake
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Snowflake is suitable for a small winter or Christmas design.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Snowflake is suitable for a small winter or Christmas design.
Free Candlewicking Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Candlewicking Letters - Free Candlewicking Monograms
Use these letters to create Candlewicking sayings or monograms.
Use these letters to create Candlewicking sayings or monograms.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern for Beginners - Hot Air Balloon - Solid Color Pattern
Stitch this free Hot Air Balloon Cross Stitch pattern with the floss colors of your choice. Add it to a gift tag, card, or ornament.
Stitch this free Hot Air Balloon Cross Stitch pattern with the floss colors of your choice. Add it to a gift tag, card, or ornament.
Embroidery Hoops
Embroidery hoops are used to hold Cross Stitch fabric at the proper tension.
Embroidery hoops are used to hold Cross Stitch fabric at the proper tension.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Math Symbols Sampler Color Symbol Chart - Free Educational Themed Cross Stitch Chart
Stitch this free Math Symbol Sampler Chart for your favorite student or teacher.
Stitch this free Math Symbol Sampler Chart for your favorite student or teacher.
Stab or Sew Method
Two main methods used to stitch cross stitches.
Two main methods used to stitch cross stitches.
Stitch a Cross Stitch
A brief description of how to stitch an individual cross stitch.
A brief description of how to stitch an individual cross stitch.
Plastic Canvas
Plastic Canvas - Cross Stitch Stitching Surface
Plastic Canvas - Cross Stitch Stitching Surface
Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Ring Bearer Pillow Pattern - Wedding Inspiration Patterns
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Three Lessons for Beginners
Learn to stitch cross stitches in three lessons for beginners
Learn to stitch cross stitches in three lessons for beginners
Free Chicken Scratch Square Pattern - Free Printable Chicken Scratch Embroidery Pattern
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Stitch a Row of Cross Stitches
How to Stitch A Row of Cross Stitches
How to Stitch A Row of Cross Stitches
Floral Echo Pattern
The name for this free Back Stitch pattern was submitted by an About Cross Stitch user.
The name for this free Back Stitch pattern was submitted by an About Cross Stitch user.
Free Sunburst Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Sunburst Cross Stitch Chart - Free Downloadable Sunburst Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Sunburst Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Sunburst Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Happy Birthday Solid Color - Free Printable Birthday Cross Stitch Pattern
Birthday design with number chart for adding ages to stitch for a card or scrapbook design.
Birthday design with number chart for adding ages to stitch for a card or scrapbook design.
Free Valdani Halloween Cross Stitch Chart - Halloween Pattern Using Valdani Threads - Free Cross Stitch Pumpkin Graph
Use this Valdani Pumpkin for a Halloween or Thanksgiving design. You may use different flosses or colors if you desire.
Use this Valdani Pumpkin for a Halloween or Thanksgiving design. You may use different flosses or colors if you desire.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Brown Dog
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Brown Dog, on a bookmark, card, or pin.
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Brown Dog, on a bookmark, card, or pin.
Free Small Skull and Crossbones Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Small Skull and Crossbones Motif Cross Stitch Chart - Cross Stitch Pirate Flag Pattern
Stitch this free Small Skull and Crossbones Cross Stitch pattern for Halloween project or add it to a favorite pair of jeans for a customized project.
Stitch this free Small Skull and Crossbones Cross Stitch pattern for Halloween project or add it to a favorite pair of jeans for a customized project.
Basic Cross Stitch Supplies
How to choose basic Cross Stitch supplies.
How to choose basic Cross Stitch supplies.
Free Teacup and Books Bookmark Pattern - Free Back Stitch Bookmark Pattern - Free Printable Bookmark Pattern
Stitch this free Teacup and Books bookmark pattern for your favorite bibliophile.
Stitch this free Teacup and Books bookmark pattern for your favorite bibliophile.
Terms of Use
Terms of Use for Free Cross Stitch Patterns Designed by Connie G. Thomas
Terms of Use for Free Cross Stitch Patterns Designed by Connie G. Thomas
Pattern Tile Collection
Stitch the Cross Stitch Tile Patterns individually, repeat a motif to create a border or bookmark, or collect several charts and create your own sampler.
Stitch the Cross Stitch Tile Patterns individually, repeat a motif to create a border or bookmark, or collect several charts and create your own sampler.
Free Hardanger Heart Pattern - Free Printable Hardanger Heart Chart - Free Downloadable Hardanger Heart Graph
Stitch this free Hardanger Heart pattern to practice Hardanger skills.
Stitch this free Hardanger Heart pattern to practice Hardanger skills.
Free Morning Glory Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Morning Glory Back Stitch Chart - Free Downloadable Morning Glory Back Stitch Graph
Use this free Morning Glory back stitch pattern to create a band for a towel, or fill in the background of a Cross Stitch design.
Use this free Morning Glory back stitch pattern to create a band for a towel, or fill in the background of a Cross Stitch design.
How to Put Fabric in a Hoop
How to Put Fabric in a Hoop
How to Put Fabric in a Hoop
Easy Easter Patterns
Simple to stitch Cross Stitch patterns for Easter projects.
Simple to stitch Cross Stitch patterns for Easter projects.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Ocean Waves
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Ocean Waves, for a small framed design or a scrapbook page.
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Ocean Waves, for a small framed design or a scrapbook page.
Add Seed Beads to Cross Stitch
Tips about adding seed beads to Cross Stitch Designs including suggested tools and stitching methods.
Tips about adding seed beads to Cross Stitch Designs including suggested tools and stitching methods.
Free Chicken Scratch Heart Pattern - Free Printable Chicken Scratch Embroidery Pattern
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.
Free Bodice Ripper Bookmark Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Bodice Ripper Printable Bookmark Chart - Bodice Ripper Saying Cross Stitch Bookmark Graph
Bookmarks make great gifts. Use a prefinished form or make your own from Aida or linen scraps.
Bookmarks make great gifts. Use a prefinished form or make your own from Aida or linen scraps.
Free Pirate Flag (Large) Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Large Pirate Flag Cross Stitch Chart - Free Printable Large Pirate Flag Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch the Large Pirate Flag Cross Stitch Pattern with the suggested floss color or choose your own to make a customized design.
Stitch the Large Pirate Flag Cross Stitch Pattern with the suggested floss color or choose your own to make a customized design.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern for Beginners - Three Pumpkins and a Squash - Symbol - Fall Cross Stitch Design
This free Cross Stitch pattern for beginners, Three Pumpkins and a Squash, provides practice with the three-quarter stitch.
This free Cross Stitch pattern for beginners, Three Pumpkins and a Squash, provides practice with the three-quarter stitch.
Free Pumpkin Candlewicking Pattern - Free Printable Pumpkin Candlewicking Design
Add a pumpkin to a Thanksgiving or Halloween project using the free Candlewicking design.
Add a pumpkin to a Thanksgiving or Halloween project using the free Candlewicking design.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Starfish Cross Stitch Chart
These free small animal motifs are great Cross Stitch patterns for beginners.
These free small animal motifs are great Cross Stitch patterns for beginners.
Free Friendship Saying Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Saying Pattern - Free Downloadable Graph
Make a special gift for a friend or family member using this free Friendship Saying pattern.
Make a special gift for a friend or family member using this free Friendship Saying pattern.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Love Bug Color Symbol Chart - Free Valentine's Cross Stitch Pattern
This little love bug motif will stitch up as a cute pin or use waste canvas to add the motif to a hat or tote bag.
This little love bug motif will stitch up as a cute pin or use waste canvas to add the motif to a hat or tote bag.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Striped Heart
Free Striped Heart Cross Stitch Pattern, Designed by Connie G. Thomas
Free Striped Heart Cross Stitch Pattern, Designed by Connie G. Thomas
Duck Cross Stitch Pattern
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Duck, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Duck, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Stitched Model of Free Bunnies Squared Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Downloadable Chart
Stitch this free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitched Model of Free Celtic Cross Cross-Stitch Pattern - Image of Celtic Cross Pattern Model - Photo of Celtic Cross Design
This model of the Celtic Cross chart was stitched with 2 plies of Rainbow Gallery Caravan Rainbow Tweed (RT50) on light blue Aida fabric.
This model of the Celtic Cross chart was stitched with 2 plies of Rainbow Gallery Caravan Rainbow Tweed (RT50) on light blue Aida fabric.
Cross Stitch Collection
Cross Stitch Collection Magazine has designs guaranteed to please stitchers from beginner to advanced.
Cross Stitch Collection Magazine has designs guaranteed to please stitchers from beginner to advanced.
Free Friendship Bookmark Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Friendship Printable Bookmark Chart - Free Friendship Saying Cross Stitch Bookmark Graph
Bookmarks make great gifts. Use a prefinished form or make your own from Aida or linen scraps.
Bookmarks make great gifts. Use a prefinished form or make your own from Aida or linen scraps.
Transfer Designs for Embroider
Dozens of transferable designs suitable for hand embroidery by Anne-Marie Bodson and Josette Vinas y Roca.
Dozens of transferable designs suitable for hand embroidery by Anne-Marie Bodson and Josette Vinas y Roca.
Hardanger Patterns - Various
Learn all about Hardanger Embroidery and find free patterns and lessons to get you started with this traditional counted thread embroidery style.
Learn all about Hardanger Embroidery and find free patterns and lessons to get you started with this traditional counted thread embroidery style.
Free Butterfly Candlewicking Pattern - Free Printable Butterfly Candlewicking Chart
Repeat this motif on a pillow using different floss colors to create a batch of butterflies.
Repeat this motif on a pillow using different floss colors to create a batch of butterflies.
Free Summer Fun Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Summer-themed Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Summer Fun Chart - Free Downloadable Graph
This Summer Fun free Cross Stitch pattern combines a beach vignette and a saying and is suitable for beginning stitchers. Use the pattern to create a unique scrapbook page, Cross Stitch card, or photo frame.
This Summer Fun free Cross Stitch pattern combines a beach vignette and a saying and is suitable for beginning stitchers. Use the pattern to create a unique scrapbook page, Cross Stitch card, or photo frame.
Free Maple Leaf Blackwork Pattern One - Free Maple Leaf Back Stitch Chart - Printable Blackwork Graph - Quilt-Inspired Back Stitch
Stitch this Maple Leaf Blackwork chart with the floss colors of your choice.
Stitch this Maple Leaf Blackwork chart with the floss colors of your choice.
Cross Stitch Gold Magazine
Cross Stitch Gold Cross Stitch Magazine
Cross Stitch Gold Cross Stitch Magazine
Celtic Obsessions
Profile of Celtic Obsessions Cross Stitch designs and designer Stephanie Flynn.
Profile of Celtic Obsessions Cross Stitch designs and designer Stephanie Flynn.
Find the Center of Fabric
A quick and easy method for finding the center of Cross Stitch fabric.
A quick and easy method for finding the center of Cross Stitch fabric.
Free Candlewicking Ornament Pattern - Free Ornament Candlewick Chart - Free Christmas Ornament Candlewicking Design
Use this free Candlewicking pattern to create a simple, but elegant Christmas or holiday design. Choose your own floss colors for this design.
Use this free Candlewicking pattern to create a simple, but elegant Christmas or holiday design. Choose your own floss colors for this design.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Shamrock
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Shamrock, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Shamrock, designed by Connie G. Thomas
Happy Sun Cross Stitch
This happy little sun is a great project for beginning stitchers.
This happy little sun is a great project for beginning stitchers.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart C Trio - Open Heart Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this open heart design for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Stitch this open heart design for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Free Mini Heart D Counted Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Mini Heart D Cross Stitch Chart - Free Heart Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this small motif for a variety of Cross Stitch projects.
Stitch this small motif for a variety of Cross Stitch projects.
Cross-Stitch - QuickTips
An index of QuickTips for the Cross-Stitch guide site.
An index of QuickTips for the Cross-Stitch guide site.
Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Small Frame Pattern - Wedding Inspiration Patterns
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Birdhouse and Flower Symbol Chart - Free Printable Bird Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this free birdhouse and flower design for the bird lover in your life.
Stitch this free birdhouse and flower design for the bird lover in your life.
Books and Leaflets
Read a review of a Cross Stitch Book or Leaflet before you purchase it.
Read a review of a Cross Stitch Book or Leaflet before you purchase it.
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Black Cat
Stitch this cat for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Stitch this cat for a pin, bookmark, or card.
Free The Claw Back Stitch Pattern - Printable The Claw Back Stitch Pattern - Free Downloadable Back Stitch Graph
Repeat this free The Claw back stitch pattern to create a border or background for a Cross Stitch design.
Repeat this free The Claw back stitch pattern to create a border or background for a Cross Stitch design.
Free Gift Box Candlewicking Pattern - Free Printable Candlewicking Christmas Present Design
Use the Gift Box Candlewicking design to represent a Christmas gift or birthday present.
Use the Gift Box Candlewicking design to represent a Christmas gift or birthday present.
Stitch a Half Stitch
A diagram illustrates the steps involved in stitching a half stitch.
A diagram illustrates the steps involved in stitching a half stitch.
Six-Strand Floss
Six-Strand Embroidery Floss is the most commonly used thread for cross stitching.
Six-Strand Embroidery Floss is the most commonly used thread for cross stitching.
Free Mayan Temple Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Mayan Temple Counted Cross Stitch Chart - Free Mayan Temple Cross Stitch Graph
Stitch this free Mayan Temple Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Stitch this free Mayan Temple Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.
Free Golden Rule Sampler Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Golden Rule Saying Cross Stitch Graph - Free Golden Rule Chart
Stitch the free Golden Rule Sampler for a special decoration for your home or as a gift for family or friends.
Stitch the free Golden Rule Sampler for a special decoration for your home or as a gift for family or friends.
Smyrna Cross Stitch
The Smyrna Cross Stitch may be substituted for the cross stitch in small Cross Stitch designs or stitched in rows and columns around designs.
The Smyrna Cross Stitch may be substituted for the cross stitch in small Cross Stitch designs or stitched in rows and columns around designs.