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Free hand-embroidery patterns: Christmas

December 7, 2011 by Denise Felton 2 Comments

We’ve found some really fun designs for you to use as DIY Christmas decorations! Whether you’re looking for something to add a little extra flare to your tree, or just want to spruce up your home for the holidays, these designs are perfect for you.

First, we’d like to introduce you to the Snowflake Christmas Tree Ornament. This design is perfect for those who love a classic look, and it’s sure to make a statement on your tree. The Snowflake Christmas Tree Ornament is made out of felt, and it comes in a variety of colors to suit your needs.

Finally, we have the Christmas Tree Ornament featuring a Snowman. This design is perfect for those who love Christmas and want to add a little bit of fun to their tree. The Snowman Christmas Tree Ornament is made out of felt, and it comes in a variety of colors to suit your needs.

 

(1) Let It Snow from Hudson’s Holidays

This little let it snow snowman pin is made of tea-stained muslin and has a 1″ border of fabric strips around it.

(2) Our Little Christmas Home from Red Brolly

(Unfortunately, Bronwyn passed away and her blog is no longer active, and whilst we did drive traffic to her blog for some time it is now redirecting to something completely different. We have used web archive to capture her original post and original design)


(3) Snowman digital stamp suitable for embroidery from Beyond the Fringe (via CraftGossip’s stamping blog)

(4) First Thursday Thimble – December from Shawkl

(5) Oh What Fun! from Hudson’s Holidays

(6) His and hers snowpeople from Bird Brain Designs

Print your Snow People to have your RedWork ready to embroider fast and simply.

(7) Christmas Tree from Art Threads

Here’s an easy Christmas tree embroidery pattern that would look great on a variety of items – I’m using it to make a pair of napkins!

(8) Jolly Snowman and Tree from The Noble Wife

Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy

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.

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

 

 

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Comments

  1. Frankie says

    December 7, 2011 at 5:47 am

    Nice little free patterns. Thanks

  2. Becky says

    December 7, 2011 at 11:39 am

    Thanks Denise!

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