The darker evenings have arrived and the leaves are turning orange, and that only means one thing. It's time to stock up your autumn stash, patterns and projects.
One of our favourite crafts to do on a cold evening is cross stitch! It's an amazing, meditative craft which instantly makes us feel relaxed, so we've decided to collect our top autumnal cross stitch charts together so you can feel cosy, calm and most importantly, crafty.
Keep scrolling to find lots of autumnal cross stitch patterns to choose from.
Main image: Sew Sophie Crafts
10 free autumn cross stitch patterns
1. Zweigart squirrel cross stitch pattern
Download this adorable squirrel cross stitch pattern totally free from Zweigart! It's simply the cutest.
2. Autumnal fox cross stitch
We adore this fox cross stitch pattern from Zweigart. It's free download so you can get started right away!
3. Spooky Owl Cross Stitch Chart
Stitch up this spooky owl design using this free design from The World of Cross Stitching.
4. Hello pumpkin free cross stitch pattern
Pumpkins are the epitome of autumn! Big plump and orange, they make the ideal subject for wholesome stitching. Download our free pattern today!
5. Bookmark cross stitch pattern
There's nothing quite like sitting down on a rainy evening with a good book! Keep your page with these gorgeous bookmark charts to download for free.
6. Autumnal fox pattern by Durene Jones
You'd be bonkers not to adore this beautiful fox cross stitch design by Duerne Jones. the best part? It's totally free to download.
7. Cosy owl cross stitch
Autumn can be brisk, so it's time for scarves. Stitch this cute little owl with his very own winter warmer.
8. Home sweet home Autumn card
Designed by Ursula Michael, this beautifully understated cross stitch card project features a classic house design in delicate sepia shades. The perfect fall project.
9. New home owl card
This chart is great if you want to send new home wishes, but if you want you can also just use the owl motif on a range of autumnal projects.
10. Free Autumn Fireworks Cross Stitch Chart
Autumn is also fireworks and bonfire season. Country Living's spectacular hoop is ideal to stitch while you watch the fireworks out the window.
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20. Autumn cross stitch patterns kits to buy
11. 'Change is beautiful' autumnal cross stitch kit
Change is beautiful! a lovely autumn message for us all to take into winter and new year! This gorgeous kit was designed by Sew Sophie Crafts.
12. Hawthrone Handmade autumn trees cross stitch kit
This vibrant cross stitch kit is ideal for beginners. It is made up of whole cross stitch only plus the kit includes a helpful guide full of tips and tricks. This kit is made by Hawthorne Handmade.
13. Autumn woman cross stitch pattern
How cosy does this design feel? This beautiful autumn cross stitch chart is designed by AKxStitch.
14. Autumn Days by Anchor
This gorgeously detailed design is filled with orange and yellow hues and intricate details. The kit by Anchor contains everything you'll need to finish the design. This kit is suitable for intermediate stitchers.
15. Historical Sampler Company autumn cross stitch kit
If you love a more traditional cross stitch, this kit from the Historical Sampler Company will be right up your street! Made with gorgeous brown and orange hues this rich tapestry will look fabulous in any home.
16. Autumn Tree Cross Stitch Chart
Uglyduckinglytree's gorgeous autumnal tree is kicking off our cross stitch collection. Change your thread colours along with the seasons.
17. Hocus Pocus Cross Stitch Chart
Autumn is the spooky season and LuckyStarStitches hoop honours one of our fave Halloween films.
18. Forest Animals Cross Stitch Chart
We love ThePixelParadeCo's Scandi forest hoop colour combination.
19. Autumn Leaf Heart Cross Stitch Chart
CrossWithMe's cross stitch heart will show the world just how much you love autumn.
20. Paris in Autumn Cross Stitch Chart
For a romantic autumnal hoop stitch VladaXstitch's Parisian scene.
21. Mushroom Boot Cross Stitch Chart
It's welly weather and LefojaCrossStitch's mushroom boots are making us wish we had a pair like this in real life!
22. Zodiac Cross Stitch Charts
This one is for all you autumnal birthday people. SatsumaStreet's Etsy shop has a cross stitch chart for every zodiac sign and since it's October we've chosen Libra.
23. Joy Cross Stitch Chart
If you're wanting your cross stitch finished in time for Christmas then it's time to choose your pattern. Stitchrovia's decorative Joy hoop will be a fab addition to your home from autumn to winter.
24. Autumn themes Cross Stitch Chart
DureneJCrossStitch's autumn cross stitch pattern features all our favourite cosy things. Socks and scented candles? We're sold.
25. Autumn Skies and Apple Pies Cross Stitch Chart
"Autumn skies and apple pies" - thefrostedpumpkinstitchery's motto for autumn is our motto for life.
26. Autumn Deer Cross Stitch Chart
Daily Cross Stitch's autumn deer is another vital addition to our cross stitch woodland.
27. Autumn Lady Cross Stitch Chart
PatternBird has captured our autumn feeling in her cross stitch chart (if only we had her hair...).
28. Fall in Love Cross Stitch Chart
Fall in love with Stitchonomy's autumn cross stitch chart.
29. Autumn Umbrella Cross Stitch Chart
The autumnal umbrella we all need by AlinsStitch
30. Hygge Home Cross Stitch Chart
Autumn is the ultimate hygge season and Fuzzyfoxdesigns reminds us just how much we love it!
Gorgeous autumnal cross stitch patterns for you
Autumn is the best time of year for cross stitching! You can relax into your comfiest chair, put your feet up and enjoy stitching while the rain falls outside. Whether you want a pattern or a kit filled with goodies, we've got you covered.
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