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Free Quilt-Inspired Cross Stitch Patterns - Free Printable Charts

Designs © Connie G. Thomas, licensed to About.com, Inc.

By Connie G. Barwick, About.com

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.

Thanks to Janet Wickell, About.com Guide to Quilting for the use of her quilt block patterns for inspiration and adaptation.

Brown and Blue Patchwork

Graphic © 2008 Connie G. ThomasGraphic © Connie G. Thomas
There's just something soothing about the combination of browns and blues. This pattern reminded me of an applique quilt. It is not based on a specific quilt pattern.

Flower Garden Quilt

Graphic © 2007 Connie G. ThomasGraphic © Connie G. Thomas
This pattern was inspired by my Grandmother Garmon's quilts. The Flower Garden pattern was the one she used the most for making quilts.

Friendship Quilt Blocks

Photo © 2008 Connie G. ThomasPhoto © Connie G. Thomas
Free, fun patterns based on the Friendship Quilt Block. Stitch a single block in several sizes and styles of embroidery or stitch the mini quilt (shown here). Use the floss colors I have suggested or choose your own. These patterns were inspired by the Friendship Quilt Block pattern available at About.com Quilting.

Good Neighbors Cross Stitch Pattern

Graphic © 2008 Connie G. ThomasGraphic © Connie G. Thomas
Having a good neighbor is a wonderful thing. When I was growing up, we had some great neighbors. They were the kind that you could borrow a cup of sugar from. I was the oldest kid in the block, so I ended up babysitting a lot. I felt good that my neighbors trusted me. I think this is also why I decided not to have kids, but I digress.

My father suffered a long illness, and during the worst days, our neighbors were so supportive. They mowed the yard, cooked us treats, fed our pets, and kept out an eye on our place. That support and help was much appreciated and still warms my heart to this day.

This pattern was inspired by About.com Guide to Quilting Janet Wickell's House Quilt Block.

Hour Glass Quilt Blocks

Photo © 2008 Connie G. ThomasPhoto © Connie G. Thomas
The Hour Glass Quilt designs would make a great addition to a card or gift for a time-ly occassion such as graduation, retirement, or a special birthday. This pattern was inspired by the Hour Glass Quilt Block featured on About.com Quilting.

Pinwheel Quilt Block Patterns

Graphic © Connie G. Thomas
Patterns in this collection include:

Maple Leaf Quilt Patterns

Photo © Connie G. Thomas
These free patterns were inspired by the Maple Leaf Quilt Block. Pattern styles include Cross Stitch motifs, Seasons Change pattern (shown here), and Punchneedle patterns.

Spool Quilt Patterns

Stitch the Spool Quilt Inspired patterns with the floss colors of your choice. The design was inspired by About.com Guide to Quilting Janet Wickell's Grace's Spools Quilt.

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