Free patterns: Hand embroidery

This Embroidery roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Embroidery pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.

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

This week, we’ve compiled a list of the greatest hand embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free patterns range from traditional cross-stitch themes to more elaborate flower and animal motifs.

With so many designs to select from, you’re sure to find something to match your own style. Our designs are extremely simple to follow, so even if you’re a novice, you’ll be able to finish your project quickly. Why not give it a shot? You’ll be astonished at how quickly your own embroidered creations may be completed. It’s also a terrific way to unwind after a hard day by finding a creative outlet. So get your needles ready.

(1) Birdcage from little dear tracks
(2) ‘Under the Sea’ block 4 from Willowberry Designs|
(3) Big and little hang laundry from doe-c-doe
(4) The virtue of wisdom from Wild Olive
(5) Owl & Pussycat from Polka Dot Bunny
(6) Daisies (pattern and tutorial) from Stitching Cow
(7) Eight sweet borders and two motifs from Broderie d’Antan
(8) Twelve floral sprigs and two birds on branches from Broderie d’Antan
(9) Eight designs, including two borders from Broderie d’Antan
(10) Bloomin’ Marvellous 6 from materialistic
(11) Four floral sprays from Broderie d’Antan
(12) Five vintage day-of-the-week little Dutch girls from Faster Kittykill! Blog! Blog!
(13) Lady cyclist from doe-c-doe