Free hand-embroidery patterns

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. So bring your needles.

Please keep in mind that all designs were available for free at the time of authoring these cross-stitch articles. Many free cross stitch and embroidery designs appear and disappear on the internet, so if you find a beautiful pattern or one of the links to the cross stitch patterns below does not work, please leave a comment below and let us know.

If you’re an avid embroidery enthusiast, you’re always on the lookout for new patterns and designs to try. And that’s why we’ve put together this list of curated embroidery and needlework patterns for you. These patterns come from a variety of sources, including popular embroidery forums and websites, and have been carefully selected to offer something for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or an expert.

With so many patterns to choose from, you’re sure to find one that matches your taste and skill level. From simple cross-stitch designs to more complex floral and animal motifs, there’s something for everyone

Looking for more curated lists? Check out these Embroidery and Needlework Patterns.  For supplies, we highly recommend purchasing directly from DMC threads.

(1) Hedgehog from Follow the White Bunny
(2) Look Right from Wild Olive
(3) Friday Freebie 11/24/11 from Pin Tangle
(4) Vine from kézzel és lélekkel
(5) Friday Freebie 12/8/11 from Pin Tangle
(6) Friday Freebie 12/15/11 from Pin Tangle
(7) Blue bird from Stitch Therapy
(8) Fairy digital stamp suitable for embroidery from My Sugar Paper (via CraftGossip’s stamping blog)
(9) Snowflake from Needle ‘n’ Thread
(10) Sketchy Cats from Speckless
(11) Love Built a Home from Primitives by the Light of the Moon
(12) The Yeti from Corvus Tristis
(13) December Things with Wings from Crazy Quilting for Fun
(14) Snowman from Hudson’s Holidays
(15) Entwined flowers from Maureen’s Vintage Acquisitions
(16) Winter Teddy Bear from Royce’s Hub
(17) Friday Freebie 1/5/12 from Pin Tangle
(18) Paisley Floral Motif from Royce’s Hub