Free Cross Stitch Patterns
Free Cross Stitch Patterns, designed by Connie G. Barwick, About.com Cross Stitch Guide, organized in a handy alphabetical listing. Includes free patterns suitable for Cross Stitch, Needlepoint, Crochet, Plastic Canvas, and Scrapbooking.

Various Alphabet Patterns
Alphabet Patterns always come in handy for personalizing Cross Stitch designs and projects or for charting sayings. These patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites.

Hand Embroidery Patterns
Free Hand Embroidery and Redwork Patterns including some from nontraditional sources.

Victorian Elegance - Close Up - Stitched and Submitted by Diane
Photos of Cross Stitch Designs Submitted by About Cross Stitch Users

Free Cross Stitch Bookmarks
Make a bookmark for someone special or yourself using these free Cross Stitch Bookmark designs.

Stitch a Single Cross Stitch
Photos and illustrations guide beginners to stitch a cross stitch

Free Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Alphabets - Free Letter Charts and Graphs
Use these free Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Alphabets to create your own patterns.

Easy Baby Cross Stitch Charts
Free Baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns to stitch for all your baby shower and baby gift needs.

Alphabet Sampler Patterns
Stitch the samplers individually or collect all the alphabet samplers to stitch for a larger project. Two new patterns will be added each month until the collection is complete.

Free Alphabet Patterns
Use these free Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Alphabet patterns to chart your own sayings, stitch as samplers, or for signing your finished projects.

Free Candlewicking Patterns
Use these free Candlewicking patterns to create simple, but elegant designs. Candlewicking is an embroidery style that combines colonial knots and other embroidery stitches.

Basic Stitches
To get started with Cross Stitch, learn the five basic stitches.

Various Baby-Themed Charts
These baby-themed Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.

Free Uppercase Cursive Back Stitch Alphabet
Cursive uppercase alphabet chart to accompany the lowercase alphabet back stitch chart.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Simple Cross Stitch Patterns for Beginners
These free Cross Stitch Patterns for Beginners are simple and easy to stitch making them perfect for stitchers who are just starting out.

Free Four Stitch High Back Stitch Pattern With Alphabet and Numbers
Use this free alphabet pattern with upper and lower case letters and numbers to personalize your cross stitch designs. Stitch the back stitch letters with the floss colors of your choice.

Basic Candlewicking
Learn about the basic supplies needed for Candlewicking Embroidery.

Wedding-Themed Patterns
Stitch these free wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns to celebrate your own wedding or that of a couple who is special to you.

Free Chicken Scratch Embroidery Patterns
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.

Free Irish Blessing Cross Stitch Pattern Model
This model of the free Irish Blessing Cross Stitch pattern is shown as if stitched on white Aida fabric.

Back Stitch - Lesson One
Follow photos and step-by-step directions to learn how to back stitch.

Image of Bird Bath Cross Stitch Project
Image of a bird bath with five birds stitched by crossstitch crazy from a kit.

Photo to Cross Stitch Pattern
Choose a service or software to make a pattern from a photo.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Butterfly
Free Butterfly Cross Stitch Pattern for a bookmark or card.

Free Six Stitch Tall Cross Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Use this free cross stitch alphabet pattern to personalize your Cross Stitch designs.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Celtic Cross
Stitch this free Celtic Cross Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Four-Petal Flower Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Four-Petal Flower cross stitch and back stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Acorns Away Cross Stitch Pattern - Printable Acorns Away Cross Stitch Chart
Stitch this free Acorns Away Cross Stitch pattern with the floss colors of your choice.

Christmas Cross Stitch Charts
Stitch these free Christmas Cross Stitch patterns for ornaments, gift tags, pillows, wall-hangings, framed motifs or more.

Free Eight Stitch Tall Alphabet Cross Stitch Pattern - Printable Chart
Use this free Cross Stitch Alphabet pattern to chart a saying or quote or to stitch a sampler. Stitch the letters with the floss color of your choice.

Cross Stitch Projects
Ideas for finishing Cross Stitch designs - Cross Stitch tutorials, step-by-steps and how to's.

Free Daffodil and Tulip Diamond Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Daffodil and Tulip Diamond cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Join Cross Stitch Community
The About.com Cross Stitch Forum never closes. It's open 24 hours, 7 days a week, and with members who are early birds and others who are night owls, the discussions continue all hours. Why not join us there, or participate in the Cross Stitch community projects by submitting a Cross Stitch tip or a Cross Stitch photo?

Cross Stitch Tools - Tapestry Needles and More
Learn about the tapestry needle, the needle most commonly used in Cross Stitch.

Free Alphabet Block Sampler Cross Stitch Chart - Free Printable Alphabet Chart
Stitch this free Alphabet Block Sampler as is or use the individual letter to chart a monogram or saying.

Free Bride and Groom Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this Bride and Groom Cross Stitch pattern for a special couple adapting the colors as needed to reflect the wedding ceremony.

Free Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Use this free lowercase back stitch alphabet to personalize your Cross Stitch projects, chart a saying, or to create your own unique signature.

Free Monogram Alphabet Cross Stitch Charts
Stitch your monogram on towels, napkins, pillows, and more using these free Cross Stitch monogram patterns.

Easy Summer-Themed Patterns
Use these free Summer-themed Cross Stitch Patterns to embellish your summer togs, beach towels, totes, or for other Cross Stitch projects.

Simple Cross Stitch Bracelet
Stitch a Cross Stitch design on plastic canvas, add a button and a loop fastener and create a cross stitch bracelet.

Free Two Stitches High Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern
This small free back stitch alphabet is perfect for adding small words to personalize your cross stitch designs.

Free Alpha and Omega Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch the free Alpha and Omega Christian Symbol Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color(s) of your choice.

Free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Bunnies Squared Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Cross Stitch Calculator
Cross Stitch Calculator Use this calculator to determine the finished design size of your Cross Stitch

Free Celtic Shield Knot Cross Stitch Pattern
The Celtic shield knot is used for warding and protection. Shield knots have appeared in cultures around the world and have taken a variety of different forms.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Holiday Mini Motif Cross Stitch Collection
Use these small patterns when teaching Cross Stitch. In the school room, for a home school lesson, in Sunday School, for a quick Vacation Bible School Craft, for a 4-H demonstration, a Scouting activity, an art project, or any other time you need a quick, easy craft idea.

Free Baby Bottle Alphabet - Free Baby-Themed Cross Stitch Pattern
Use this free baby alphabet pattern to chart designs for a special baby gift. Choose from four color schemes or select your own colors.

Free Friendship Saying Bookmark Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Bookmarks make great gifts. Use a prefinished form or make your own from Aida or linen scraps.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart C - Open Heart Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this open heart design for a pin, bookmark, or card.

Hardanger Patterns - Various
Learn all about Hardanger Embroidery and find free patterns and lessons to get you started with this traditional counted thread embroidery style.

Free Crown Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch the free Crown motif Cross Stitch pattern for an ornament, birthday card, or patch.

Free Art Deco X Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Back Stitch Chart
Stitch this free Art Deco X Back Stitch pattern for a pin or ornament.

Flower-Themed Cross Stitch Charts
Stitch these free floral cross stitch charts with the suggested colors or use the floss colors of your choice.

Ideas for Creating Your Own Customized Cross Stitch Projects
Create customized Cross Stitch Projects by following the guidance of these step-by-step tutorials and how-to instructions.

Free Butterfly Blessing Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch the cheery free Butterfly Blessing to display in a child's room or elsewhere in your home.

Easy Aida Bookmark
Follow these instructions to create a simple Cross Stitch bookmark using Aida Fabric.

Free Small Skull and Crossbones Pattern
Stitch this free Small Skull and Crossbones Cross Stitch pattern for Halloween project or add it to a favorite pair of jeans for a customized project.

Free Five Point Star in Circle Cross Stitch Pattern
The pentacle is a five-pointed star, or pentagram, contained in a circle.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Butterfly - Color Symbol
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Butterfly - Color Symbol pattern to stitch for a card or bookmark.

Free Fleur-di-lis Motif Cross Stitch Pattern
The free Fleur-di-lis Motif Cross Stitch pattern is based on a design by Rain Blanken, About.com Guide to DIY Fashion.

Free Itty Bitty Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern
Use this small alphabet to sign your work or to chart small sayings for miniature samplers.

Various Bookmark Charts
These bookmark Cross Stitch patterns are provided free by various Cross Stitch websites. If you have a question about the pattern, contact the person in charge of the website. Remember that the patterns may be copyright protected, so please respect the terms of use for the free Cross Stitch patterns.

Colonial Knot Tutorials
Tutorials and videos illustrate how to do a Colonial Knot.

Printing Free Patterns
Achieve great results by following these tips about printing Cross Stitch patterns and charts.

Free Border Patterns
Use these free border patterns to create your own designs or to decorate linens, bookmarks, and more.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Small Flower Border
Stitch this Small Flower border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.

Free Printable Butterfly Fairy Cross Stitch Graph
The free Butterfly Fairy pattern is based on a fairy stencil pattern designed by Rain Blanken, About.com Guide to DIY Fashion.

Free Dragon Cross Stitch Pattern Collection
Free Dragon Cross Stitch patterns to stitch and enjoy with the floss colors of your choice.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Borders
Use these free border Cross Stitch Patterns around a saying or small design.

Free A is for Apple Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable A is for Apple Chart
Stitch this free A is for Apple Cross Stitch pattern individually or collect the entire set of mini samplers for a larger project.

Free Home Sweet Home Saying Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Home Sweet Home Cross Stitch pattern for a friend or yourself.

Free Christmas Bookmark Cross Stitch Pattern
The free Christmas Bookmark Cross Stitch pattern will work for any occasion with a simple color change.

Floss, Thread, and Fiber Ideas
Chances are that we all have extra embroidery floss laying around. There are lots of ways to use up extra thread and fibers.

Fabric Count
Cross Stitch fabric count determines the finished design size of a Cross Stitch project.

Free Rose Window Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Rose Window Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Duck
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Duck, designed by Connie G. Barwick

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Black Cat
Stitch this Free Black Cat Cross Stitch Pattern for a simple Halloween decoration.

Free Am I Bugging You Cross Stitch Bookmark Pattern
Stitch the free Am I Bugging You bookmark pattern with the floss colors of your choice.

Free Air Symbol Cross Stitch Pattern
In the four classical elements, air is the element of the East, connected to the soul and the breath of life. Air is associated with the colors yellow and white.

Free Cupcake Cross Stitch Pattern Collection
Stitch a small cupcake motif, border, or saying for a fun decoration for your home or a gift.

Free African Proverb Collection Cross Stitch Patterns
Stitch these free African proverb Cross Stitch patterns with the floss colors of your choice.

Quilt-Inspired Cross Stitch
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.

Free Now Join Hands Wedding Sampler Chart - Free Printable Wedding Graph
Stitch this free Now Join Hands Wedding pattern for a special Bride and Groom, or to commemorate your own wedding day.

Lowercase Back Stitch Alphabet Chart
Designed to be a companion to the Six-Stitch Tall Back Stitch Alphabet Chart.

Free Always Your Child Saying Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Printable Chart
Frame the Always Your Child Saying pattern with a parent-child photo for a unique project.

Waste Canvas
Use waste canvas to make non-evenweave fabric stitchable for Cross Stitch.

Free Happy Anniversary Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Happy Anniversary pattern for a card or small framed gift.

Read a Cross Stitch Pattern
Learn to read a basic Cross Stitch pattern by following these tips and instruction.

Free Medieval Cross Back Stitch Pattern
Stitch this free Medieval Cross back stitch pattern with back stitch or four-sided stitch.

Free Counted Cross Stitch Patterns - Mix-and-Match Graduation Motifs
Mix-and-Match Motifs may be used to create a bookmark or for a card for a graduate.

Three Lessons for Beginners
Beginners to Cross Stitch can learn to stitch a small design as they complete three lessons. Tips for beginners are included.

Free Sunburst Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Sunburst Chart
Stitch this free Sunburst Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Stitch a Row of Cross Stitches
How to Stitch A Row of Cross Stitches

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Solid Heart Border
This free Cross Stitch pattern, Solid Heart Border, is a perfect project for beginning Stitchers.

Licensed Character Patterns
Sources for kits and patterns for favorite characters in Cross Stitch including Thomas the Tank Engine, various Disney character, Care Bears, and more.

Free Hardanger Patterns - For Beginners and Beyond
Stitch these free Hardanger patterns to practice the kloster block and other specialty stitches.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Wedding Inspiration Patterns
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Tiny Angel and Sayings Printable Pattern
Add a saying to this tiny angel for a personalized gift or use the alphabet provided to chart your own saying.

Free Ancient Symbols Cross Stitch Charts
Free Wiccan and Pagan symbols to stitch for decorative uses.

Free Dragon Bookmark Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this free Dragon bookmark pattern with the floss colors of your choice.

Free Animals and Other Creatures Mini Motif Cross Stitch Pattern Collection
Free animal motif Cross Stitch patterns that will be great for beginners to stitch.

Bride and Groom Initial Pattern - Wedding Inspiration Patterns
Free Wedding-themed Cross Stitch patterns include ideas for a ring-bearer pillow, a picture frame, and a small wedding sampler.

Free Tiny Alphabet Back Stitch Pattern - Upper and Lower Case Letters
Use this free back stitch alphabet to chart and stitch your own sayings.

Free Thor's Hammer Cross Stitch Pattern
Typically used in Pagan traditions with a Norse background, such as Asatru, Thor's Hammer (also called Mjolnir) represents the power of Thor over lightning and thunder.

Free Stained Glass Window Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Stained Glass Window cross stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Striped Heart
Free Striped Heart Cross Stitch Pattern, Designed by Connie G. Barwick

Free Moon and Star Cross Stitch Pattern
Use this Moon and Star Cross Stitch pattern for a child's blanket or a special birth announcement.

Free Golden Star Cross Stitch Chart Pattern
Stitch this free Golden Star Cross Stitch Pattern for a pin, magnet, or even an ornament.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Pink Flower
Stitch this free Pink Flower Cross Stitch pattern for a small pin or card.

Free Cross Motif Patterns - Cross Stitch and Back Stitch Charts
Stitch these free Cross motif patterns for Christmas ornaments, Easter decorations, Bible covers, or to decorate clothing items for Christian children and teens.

Nine-Square Back Stitch Sampler
Nine-squares to stitch individually using back stitch and back stitch variations or combine all nine squares in a back stitch sampler.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart A
Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Mini Heart A, designed by Connie G. Barwick

Free Baby's Things Tote Bag Motif Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Use this pattern to embellish a tote bag using waste canvas or applique. Another option is to make a simple bag from Monks Cloth or 6-count Aida and stitch the design directly on the bag. Alter the size of the bag as needed to ensure music books and accessories will fit in the bag.

Free Greek Cross Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Greek Cross Chart
Stitch this free Greek Cross Pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Daisy Diamond Counted Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this free Daisy Diamond Cross Stitch pattern with the floss color of your choice.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Brown Dog
Stitch this free Cross Stitch pattern, Brown Dog, on a bookmark, card, or pin.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Daisy Trellis Border
Stitch this Daisy Trellis border around a saying or a small Cross Stitch design.

Free Father's Day Charts
Create a special gift for Father's Day using these free Cross Stitch patterns

Stitch a Cross Stitch
A brief description of how to stitch an individual cross stitch.

How to Put Fabric in a Hoop
Learn how to put fabric in an embroidery hoop. It is a basic skill all stitchers need to know, but some need a little help with to learn how.

Free Cat Cross Stitch Patterns
Stitch a design for yourself or a friend with feline companions. Kitty projects are sure to please. Use these free cat-themed cross stitch charts for special gifts or to display in your home.

Free Dragonfly Motif Cross Stitch Pattern
The free Dragonfly Motif Cross Stitch pattern is based on a design by Rain Blanken, About.com Guide to DIY Fashion.

Free Chicken Scratch Square Pattern - Free Printable Chicken Scratch Embroidery
Chicken Scratch Embroidery, a variation of Cross Stitch, is done on gingham fabric. Use these free patterns to practice this traditional embroidery style.

Free Baby is Sleeping Cross Stitch Pattern - Free Baby Gift Cross Stitch Pattern
Need a quick gift for a baby shower? Use the free Quiet, Baby is Sleeping Cross Stitch pattern to create a simple door hanger. Personalize the design or keep a universal baby gift on hand.

Free Five Point Star Cross Stitch Pattern
The pentagram is a five-pointed star with special meaning to many Pagans and Wiccans. One use of the symbol is in the Pentagram Tarot Spread. The five-point star also symbolizes the Star of Bethlehem.

Easy Christmas Cross Stitch
These free Christmas patterns are quick and easy to stitch. Use them for ornaments, gift tags, or whatever holiday projects you can dream up.

Free Another Brick in the Wall Back Stitch Pattern - Free Printable Chart
Stitch this back stitch motif on a towel or as a background for a Cross Stitch design.

Free Six Stitches Tall Back Stitch Alphabet Pattern - Printable Chart
Stitch these back stitch letters with the floss color of your choice.

Free Blooming Flower Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this free Blooming Flower motif or saying in the floss colors of your choice. The saying is attributed to Lady Bird Johnson.

Free Christian Symbols Counted Cross Stitch Charts
Stitch these Christian symbols with the floss colors of your choice.

Free Cross Stitch Patterns - Starfish Cross Stitch Chart
These free small animal motifs are great Cross Stitch patterns for beginners.

Free Simple Rangoli Cross Stitch Pattern
Rangoli are usually created with powders and pastes, but this one is created with fabric and floss. celebrate Diwali with a special project.

Free Assisi Dove Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch this Assisi Dove pattern with the floss color suggested or use the one of your choice.

Fake a French Knot
Stitch a French Knot or Colonial Knot

Free Printable Dragon Fly Fairy Cross Stitch Chart
The free Dragonfly Fairy Cross Stitch pattern is based on a stencil pattern designed by Rain Blanken, About.com Guide to DIY Fashion.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Bug Color Symbol Chart
This little bug motif will stitch up as a cute pin or use waste canvas to add the motif to a hat or tote bag.

Small Heart Candlewicking Pattern - Printable Beginner's Candlewicking Chart
This Candlewicking Chart is simple and quick to stitch - perfect for a beginner's project.

Free Printable Zodiac Signs Cross Stitch Charts
Stitch your sign or that of a friend for a great gift.

Free Soccer Ball Motif Counted Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch the free sports motifs to create special bookmarks or banners for you favorite sports fans.

Free Cross Stitch Pattern - Christmas Hearts
Stitch this free Christmas Hearts Cross Stitch Pattern for an ornament or a card.

Visual Index of Free Cross Stitch Patterns
Learn the stories behind the patterns and find out the materials used for each model. Each of these designs is available as a free pattern from About.com Cross Stitch.

Free Baby Cross Stitch Patterns - Baby Bottle Design
Stitch this free Baby Bottle Cross Stitch pattern for a birth announcement, baby gift, or card.

Free Simple Back Stitch Patterns - Suitable for Back Stitch or Cross Stitch
Stitch these free back stitch designs with the floss color of your choice. Designs may also be stitched using basic stitches used in Cross Stitch in the floss colors of your choice. Use your creativity!

Wide Variety of Tapestry Needle Sizes
Tapestry needles come in a wide variety of sizes. The larger the size number is, the smaller the needle.

Free Teacup and Books Bookmark Pattern - Free Printable Bookmark Chart
Stitch this free Teacup and Books bookmark pattern for your favorite bibliophile.

Free Sun Motif Cross Stitch Chart
Stitch this Sun motif on plastic canvas and make a small frame for a beachy photo.

Cross Stitch Photo - Becky & David Wedding Gift
This wedding design was stitched and submitted by Toni Johnson.

Plastic Canvas
Plastic Canvas - Cross Stitch Stitching Surface

Free Celtic Knot One Cross Stitch Patterns
Three versions of this free Celtic Knot pattern are presented including single color, two-color, and multi-color variations.

Free Baker's Dozen Alphabet Chart - Free Large Alphabet Cross Stitch Charts
Use this large Cross Stitch alphabet to stitch your family name, monograms, or sayings.