109 Free Cross Stitch Patterns for Beginners

Hello, welcome back to our blog. This article is perfect for beginners because we’ll share 109 free cross stitch patterns. If you want to practice without spending too much, this article is for you.

You can download patterns in various sizes and themes. We’ve selected 109 patterns from our collection that feature simple designs and a limited number of colors. This makes this cross stitch project easy for beginners.

These 109 patterns consist of 10 themes, namely, alphabet, bookmark, border, candy, cup, day names, fall, flower, fruit, and leaf. Scroll through this article, click the download button under each pattern and choose your favorites for your project. At the end of this page, you will also find links to other free pattern collections that you might like.

If you need more ideas, you can also visit my other big collection :

• 200 Cross Stitch Patterns-Free Download (Complete Collection)
• 100 Cross Stitch Patterns Free Download
• 50 Free Border Cross Stitch Patterns (Design for Frame and Edges)

Print the pattern and mark finished sections so you don’t lose track.

We created these patterns from our own sketches. So, you’ll only find these beautiful patterns on our blog.

You can use the patterns for personal projects or sell your embroidery. However, we ask that you not claim these patterns as your own. Please indicate that you obtained the patterns from our blog, www.craftingismyhobby.com.

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If you’re a beginner, especially if you’ve never done cross stitch before, using a free pattern is a great way to save money. You don’t need to buy a pattern, simply download and print it. You can even view the pattern on your phone without printing it.

If this is your first time creating a cross stitch project, there are two possibilities. First, you might enjoy it and want to continue. Second, you might get bored and not finish the project you started. Choosing a free pattern is a great solution if you fall into the latter category, as it saves you money on purchasing a cross stitch pattern you won’t finish.

This blog provides various types of cross stitch pattern themes that you can download for free. You can easily choose patterns that you can use to practice. Starting from simple patterns for beginners to complex patterns for advanced levels.

Choosing a free pattern is a great option if you are still experimenting with cross stitch embroidery.

Your first project should be easy, simple, and not too colorful. Using free patterns eliminates the need to purchase a pattern, so you only need 3-10 threads in different colors, which can be used for multiple patterns. If you buy a complicated pattern with a lot of thread, but you can’t finish the cross stitch embroidery or it will take a long time to finish it.

Small sized patterns have the advantage of easy and simple designs, allowing you to complete them quickly. For beginners, this will keep you from getting bored and allow you to quickly move on to your next project.

Choosing a pattern with a small number of colors will make it easier for beginners to work on a project. This will help you avoid changing colors too often. Furthermore, if you’re only using three colors, you can use three needles simultaneously, eliminating the need to remove and reattach each needle each time you change thread.

2 things that beginners should pay attention to when choosing a pattern are the size and number of threads used.

The 109 patterns we present in this article are all for beginners, with 10 themes. We’ve grouped them into two categories: simple shapes and alphabet. Both have easy designs for beginners. So, choose a pattern you like so you’ll enjoy working with it.

For the simple shapes category, you can choose from border, candy, cup, fall, flower, fruit, and leaf themes. While the patterns are simple, the designs are just as beautiful as more complex ones.

There are three text themes: alphabet, bookmark, and day names. You can also create your own text by combining several letters from the alphabet patterns we provide.

To start your cross stitch project, choose a pattern that has a simple shape or is text.

Deciding which pattern to create can sometimes be challenging because there are so many patterns you might like. To overcome this, make a list of patterns you like. Then, compare their sizes and number of colors. You can start with the smallest pattern and the one with the fewest colors.

Besides looking at the pattern design, before deciding which pattern to choose, don’t forget to check the pattern size first.

The 109 free patterns in this article come in various sizes. However, some patterns have the same height or width. So, if you want to create more than one cross stitch, you can choose patterns with the same width or height to make it easier to prepare the cross stitch fabric.

We’ve selected the patterns in this article to be suitable for beginners, so any pattern you choose will be easy to complete.

Choosing the right pattern is the first step in starting a cross stitch project.

Preparing your tools and materials is crucial before starting cross stitch embroidery. This way, you won’t have to keep searching for the necessary tools when you begin.

All patterns are free to download. Downloaded patterns are available as JPG/PNG files. Downloading these patterns is very easy. Just scroll down and click on the theme you like. Once you’ve entered the theme article, choose your favorite designs and click the download link under each pattern.

So that the patterns you download are neatly arranged and easy to find when you want to use them, save them in a special folder of free patterns for beginners or give them a name according to the theme.

The next step after downloading your pattern is to print it. Then, mark the starting position on the pattern. Typically, we start in the center and work our way out. For more details on how to begin cross stitch, please read How to Cross Stitch Step by Step for Beginners (a complete guide for beginners)

Just as important as preparing the pattern is preparing the tools and materials. This includes cutting the cross stitch fabric and hemming it to prevent it from coming undone during embroidery. For more details, see the article Cross Stitch Kit For Beginners.

If you need more detailed photos and tips for beginner, check this tutorial :

• How to Cross Stitch for Beginners (start and end cross stitch)
• How to Make Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns Using A Grid Paper
• How to Make a Cross Stitch Pattern Using Canva (Mini Orange Pattern)

Prepare the tools and materials before you start cross stitch embroidery.

After reading about what you should consider as a beginner, from how to choose a pattern to the preparations you need to make before starting to stitch, it’s time to choose which pattern you want for your first or next cross stitch project.

We’ve divided these 109 patterns into 10 themes. You can download them all for free.

We’ve divided this alphabet pattern into three parts. Part 1 is A-I, Part 2 is J-R, and Part 3 is S-Z. Although we’ve divided them into three partd, they all share the same design theme: letters with flowers in squares.

All patterns use four colors: blue, red, green, and pink. The pattern height is also the same, while the width adapts to the letter shape.

Below, you can see a preview of the alphabet pattern before seeing the full edition.

The letter A is green with blue flowers.

See all Alphabet patterns part 1 (A-I) here – Free Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns part 1

The letter J is pink with red flowers.

See all Alphabet patterns part 1 (J-R) here – Free Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns part 2

The letter S is blue with pink flowers.

See all Alphabet patterns part 1 (S-Z) here – Free Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns part 3

The alphabet pattern above is the first edition of the alphabet pattern collection on this blog. If you need more alphabet patterns, check out this article:

• How to Make Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns Using A Grid Paper
• Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns Free edition 2
• Free Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns edition 3 part 1
• Free Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns edition 3 part 2
• Free Alphabet Cross Stitch Patterns edition 3 part 3

The alphabet pattern is perfect for you to make a special gift project by embroidering the recipient’s name.

If you love reading, this bookmark pattern is perfect for you. Besides its easy and simple design, you can use this pattern to create bookmarks for yourself or as gifts for friends and family.

Below, you can see a preview of the bookmark pattern before seeing the full edition.

The design of this pattern is the word READ vertically in a box. This pattern consists of two colors.

See all Bookmark patterns here – 6 Bookmark Cross Stitch Patterns

This cross stitch embroidery bookmark is perfect for giving as a gift to a friend or relative.

All ten patterns have the same number of stitches (10X30). Three colors are used in all designs. This border pattern is perfect for use as a table edge decoration.

Below, you can see a preview of the border pattern before viewing the full edition.

This pattern is in the form of diagonal lines with three colors green, yellow and purple.

See all Border patterns here – 10 Free Download Border Cross Stitch Patterns edition 10

We’ve created 11 border patterns that you can download for free on this blog. The border pattern above is the tenth edition. More border patterns for you to choose from below:

•  50 Free Border Cross Stitch Patterns (Design for Frame and Edges)
• 10 Border Cross Stitch Patterns edition 9 (Corner Border)
• 10 Free Download Border Cross Stitch Patterns edition 11

This border pattern will be a beautiful decoration on your tablecloth.

This candy pattern is small and colorful. It’s perfect for children interested in learning cross stitch.

Below, you can see a preview of the candy pattern before seeing the full version.

This pattern design features two candies, one purple and green, and the other pink and yellow. The pattern consists of six colors.

See all Candy patterns here – 10 Free Candy Cross Stitch Patterns edition 1

This candy pattern is suitable for use as a decoration for children’s birthday parties.

This cup pattern will enhance your kitchen or dining room. The easy and simple design makes this project easy to complete.

Below, you can see a preview of the cup pattern before seeing the full version.

This pattern design is a green cup with 2 blue lines, using 3 colors.

See all Candy patterns here – 10 Free Cup Cross Stitch Patterns edition 1

This cup pattern design is easy and simple so it is suitable for those of you who are busy but want a beautiful homemade decoration.

There are 7 patterns available for download, from Monday to Sunday. All use two colors, but each day has a different color.

Below, you can see a preview of the day name patterns before viewing the full edition.

This pattern design features the name of the day Sunday with a yellow color theme. The pattern consists of two colors.

See all Day Names patterns here – 7 Cross Stitch Patterns of Day Names

You can use this day names pattern to beautify your daily planner book.

You can download free patterns featuring leaves, trees, and pumpkins with a fall feel. All of the patterns in this edition were created using Canva. If you’re interested in how we created the patterns using Canva, please read the article How to Make an Autumn Leaf Cross Stitch Pattern Using Canva.

Below you can see a fall pattern preview before seeing the full edition.

This pattern design is in the form of a pumpkin. This pattern consists of 4 colors.

See all Fall patterns here – 10 Fall Cross Stitch Patterns Free

You can make these fall patterns into a special autumn project.

Flowers are the patterns we create most often, ranging from simple ones like these 10 to more complex ones like orchids, roses, and rafflesia.

Below, you can see a preview of the flower pattern before seeing the full edition.

This pattern design is in the form of three stalks with small blue flowers. This pattern consists of three colors.

See all Flower patterns here – 10 Small Flower Cross Stitch Pattern Free edition 8.

We’ve produced 17 editions of simple flowers. This is the eighth edition. More flower patterns for you below:

• 40 Free Flower Cross Stitch Patterns (Small And Beginner Friendly)
• 10 Free Download Flower Cross Stitch Patterns edition 12
• 10 Free Download Simple Flower Cross Stitch Patterns edition 17

You can give this flower cross stitch embroidery to your mother on Mother’s Day.

We created these fruit patterns using Canva, just like the fall patterns. If you’re interested in how we created the patterns using Canva, please read the article How To Make A Cross Stitch Pattern Using Canva.

There are 10 fruits you can download: orange, grape, watermelon, banana, apple, papaya, strawberry, pineapple, cherry, and avocado. For this second edition, we’ve made the patterns small and easy. However, if your cross stitch skills have improved, you can try the fruit patterns in the first edition. The designs are larger and more complex, as shown in the article 10 Fruit Cross Stitch Patterns Free Download Edition 1.

Below, you can see a preview of the fruit patterns before seeing the full edition.

This pattern design is in the form of grape. This pattern consists of 4 colors.

See all Fruit patterns here – 10 Free Fruit Cross Stitch Patterns edition 2

These patterns have a small size and easy design, however the results are no less beautiful for you to use as decoration in the kitchen.

All ten patterns are dominated by green. However, if you don’t have the green color shown in the pattern, feel free to get creative with whatever color you have.

Below, you can see a preview of the leaf pattern before seeing the full edition.

Single green leaf with 2 different shades of green.

See all Leaf patterns here – 10 Leaf Cross Stitch Pattern Free edition 1.

We’ve created four leaf editions. This is the first edition.More leaf patterns for you to see below:

• 10 Leaf Cross Stitch Pattern Free edition 2
• 10 Leaf Cross Stitch Pattern Free edition 3
• 10 Leaf Cross Stitch Pattern Free edition 4

You don’t have to embroider with the same color as the pattern, just match it to the thread you have.

We hope you enjoy our 109 free cross stitch patterns for beginners above. If your cross stitch skills have improved, please explore this blog to download more challenging free patterns to improve your skills.

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Hopefully, the cross stitch patterns are helpful and can inspire your next cross stitch project.

Thank you for visiting

Happy stitching

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