We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal motifs. With so many styles to choose from, you’re sure to find one that suits your preferences. Our designs are really easy to follow, so even if you’re a beginner, you’ll be able to finish your project quickly. Why not give it a try? You’ll be surprised at how quickly your own embroidered designs may be completed. It’s also a great way to express yourself creatively and unwind after a long day.
Please note that these patterns were free at the time of writing these cross-stitch articles. Lots of free cross stitch and embroidery patterns come and go online, so if you find a great pattern or perhaps one of the links to the cross stitch patterns below does not work, then please drop a comment below and let us know.
Looking for more curated lists? Check out these Embroidery and Needlework Patterns. For supplies, we highly recommend purchasing directly from DMC threads.
(1) Dauphins from Le blog de 7 à la maison
(2) Back Stitch Motif Nine by Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(3) BRODERIE, MA PASSION from Le blog de Lili.HR
(4) Panier de cerises from bdcouture
(5) A blue butterfly from The world according to Agi
(6) Vintage butterfly border from doe-c-doe
(7) Fées from Le blog de Les broderies de vayou
(8) Dinosaur by Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(9) Amici del mio giardino from Blog di Gloria
(10) Toile de fleurs from Arachné en son jardin
(11) Baby bib patterns (2 designs) from shawkl
(12) Pinwheel Quilt Welcome by Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(13) Bouquet de Lys from Le blog de Les broderies de vayou
(14) Motif folklorique from bdcouture
(15) Simply Stitch from primitivebettys
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Valerie says
I’m interested in doing the Panier de Cerises (#4) pattern however there is no color key, thread colors or color photo given which would be helpful to me. Is it possible to get this? Thanks!
Denise Felton says
Hi, Valerie! Here on CraftGossip, we just post links to the blogs of the designers of free charts and patterns. To get additional information, you’ll need to contact the designer directly. Just click the link to the free pattern and then use the blog’s contact info to reach the designer.
Denise