Free Cross Stitch Patterns

Free printable cross stitch patterns made from SketchValley illustrations. Every pattern comes with a DMC thread list, skein estimates and a large symbol chart with a 10×10 counting grid — or make your own from any photo.

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Christmas cross stitch patterns

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Christmas Tree cross stitch pattern Christmas Tree 56×84 · 14 colors Beginner Snowman cross stitch pattern Snowman 72×76 · 18 colors Intermediate Jolly Santa Claus cross stitch pattern Jolly Santa Claus 76×86 · 20 colors Intermediate Striped Christmas Ornament cross stitch pattern Striped Christmas Ornament 56×72 · 12 colors Beginner Golden Christmas Star cross stitch pattern Golden Christmas Star 56×62 · 12 colors Beginner Christmas Bell with Red Bow cross stitch pattern Christmas Bell with Red Bow 64×77 · 16 colors Intermediate Santa Hat cross stitch pattern Santa Hat 70×55 · 14 colors Beginner Christmas Mittens cross stitch pattern Christmas Mittens 70×60 · 14 colors Beginner
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How to start cross stitch

Fabric14-count Aida is easiest to see and count. Cut it 3 inches larger than the design on every side.
ThreadDMC six-strand floss. Separate two strands for each stitch on 14-count.
Needle & hoopA blunt size 24 tapestry needle and a 6–8 inch hoop to keep the fabric tight.
Find the centerFold the fabric in quarters; the center arrows on the chart show where to begin.
Stitch in rowsWork half stitches along a row, then come back to cross them — all top stitches in the same direction.
No knotsCatch the thread tail under your first few stitches on the back for a flat, neat finish.
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Frequently asked questions

What do I need to start cross stitch?

Aida fabric (14-count is easiest), DMC six-strand floss in the colors listed on the pattern, a blunt tapestry needle (size 24 or 26), small scissors and an embroidery hoop.

How do I read a cross stitch pattern?

Each square on the chart is one cross stitch and each symbol is one thread color from the key. Bold lines mark every 10 stitches and arrows mark the center, where most people start.

Are SketchValley cross stitch patterns free?

Yes. All patterns are free PDF downloads with no signup and no watermark.

Can I make a cross stitch pattern from my own photo?

Yes — use the free Cross Stitch Pattern Maker to turn any photo or drawing into a pattern with DMC colors and a printable PDF.

Patterns use DMC six-strand floss numbers; on-screen and printed colors are approximations of real thread. DMC color data: craft-color-codes by MakeBead (CC BY 4.0). DMC is a trademark of DMC; SketchValley is not affiliated with DMC.