51 winter cross stitch patterns
Get creative with over 50 gorgeous winter cross stitch patterns. There's everything from hygge designs to animal cross stitch and more.
Winter is a wonderful source of stitching inspiration; from white snowy scenes to cute Christmas characters. It's the time to make sure of your white, ice blue and festive threads. You can also delve into darker-coloured Aida, dark blue and black make festive night scenes pop!
In our round-up, you'll find a mixture of designs and styles to suit your winter style, whether that might be a busy festive woodland scene or a simple Scandinavian design. There's also something for all stitching abilities, as all of the patterns here are enjoyable for beginners and pros alike.
It's time to get cosy! Pop your feet up, relax in your favourite armchair, and get stitching.
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Winter cross stitch patterns to delight
1. Homely winter cross stitch pattern
This winter cross stitch pattern from Amazon is wonderful because not only is it beautiful but it's also a kit! The kit comes with everything you need to stitch this sweet design and it even comes with the card/envelope so you can turn it into a Christmas or Thankyou card.
It's perfect for beginners and comes with all the materials you need. Plus it's a really simple design to stitch. Make this wintery scene and gift on to spread joy. Plus there's a huge range of similar winter cross stitch patterns available so if this isn't the snowy scene for you browse their other designs.
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2. Snowy winter cross stitch pattern
First up in our winter cross stitch collection is this snowy woodland scene by Stitched The Shop. You can buy all four patterns in a winter bundle on Etsy.
3. Kawaii winter cross stitch pattern
We're obsessed with Sosae and Dennis Caetano's free Christmas kawaii cross stitch here on Gathered. It's the cutest winter cross stitch pattern ever! Remember to check out our 150 Christmas cross stitch patterns too.
4. Happy New Year cross stitch pattern
Celebrate 2022 with KaleidoscopeUa's New Year winter cross stitch pattern. It'll make a lovely decoration for the big night, especially when hung alongside our New Year’s Eve DIY party decorations.
5. Gnome cross stitch patterns
Winter cross stitch patterns - gnome addition! Stitch our free Christmas gnome cross stitch patterns and turn them into sweet wintery bookmarks.
6. Cosy winter home cross stitch pattern
PigeonCoopDesigns' winter landscape has us romanticising about remote woodlands and cosy lodges.
7. Star cross stitch pattern
Designed by Rhona Norrie, stitch her festive, fun and free star cross stitch pattern.
8. Winter cross stitch scene
This simplistic winter cross stitch by HappyNeedleDesigns is a fab pattern to kick start your January cross stitch journey.
9. Winter birds cross stitch kit
This cross stitch kit from Amazon is perfect for all of you twitchers! The kit comes with everything you need to stitch these pretty winter birds.
10. Snowman winter cross stitch pattern
Stitch up this cheery snowman designed by Susan Bates. Download your free snowman cross stitch pattern and get stitching.
11. Winter penguins pattern
These winter penguins by onecraftyfoxdesigns are a little bit Christmassy but they were too adorable not to include. Just look at those mini reindeer antlers.
12. Birdhouse cross stitch patterns
We've got two of these sweet birdtables for you right here on gathered for free download. They work well for Christmas but stitch them for other winter occasions too. Find the birdhouse cross stitch patterns.
13. Winter girl cross stitch pattern
Cross stitch this cosy winter girl using Amazon's winter cross stitch kit. You can buy the design stamped onto the fabric making it easy to follow and perfect for beginners.
14. Snowlady cross stitch pattern
Recognise this pattern? PatternBird's autumn girl was featured in our last round-up and we loved her so much that we had to share the winter version. True Elsa vibes.
15. Trio of motivational hoops
January is a time for creativity and new beginnings. Cross stitch WhiteRavenPatterns' Be Brave hoop to keep motivated throughout the year.
16. Winter tree cross stitch pattern
Happinesst has a design for every season in her Etsy shop but we especially loved her winter cross stitch tree. If you'd rather buy a kit with everything in it as opposed to a pattern have a read of our modern cross stitch kits guide.
17. Winter snowflake cross stitch pattern
It's not winter without a flurry of snowfall, so cross stitch Stitchonomy's Nordic snowflakes.
18. Sparkly Christmas bauble pattern
Download your free sparkly bauble Xmas card cross stitch pattern and learn how to make your own cards!
19. Winter house scene cross stitch
Make PixlStitch's snowy cottage your next winter cross stitch pattern.
20. Good Vibes Only cross stitch pattern
Cross stitch ZindagiDesigns' inspirational design and start this year as you mean to go on, with good vibes and positive patterns.
21. Nativity cross stitch pattern
Learn how to make a cross stitch nativity scene with our free tutorial.
22. Home sweet home winter cross stitch pattern
Set your home up for the new season with JazzyStitch's welcoming cross stitch pattern.
23. Snowy mountains winter scene
Axebe's winter mountain scene will make you want to grab a pair of skis and head to the slopes.
24. Winter deer cross stitch pattern
We had to include another pattern by HomeSewnStitches as her work is just amazing – check out this magical deer.
25. Ice skating cross stitch pattern
As the weather gets colder, ice skating becomes the number one sport. If stitching is more your style than skating (don't worry us too) then cross stitch HelloHoop's ice skating scene.
26. Fox cross stitch pattern
Xrestyk's cross stitched sleepy fox is ready for a winter snooze!
27. Positive slogan hoop
This positive cross stitch quote is by PineconeMcGee and should hang on your craft wall all year round.
28. Trio of winter heart patterns
CinnamonStitching's geometric blue hearts can hang on your wall throughout winter, Valentine's Day and beyond.
29. Snowy llama cross stitch pattern
We've featured lots of wintery animals in this blog post but what's missing? A winter llama of course.
30. Bear cross stitch pattern
This winter cross stitch pattern by VelvetPonyDesign is a geometric homage to the ultimate fuzzy animal.
31. Girl with a cup of tea cross stitch
Another amazing winter cross stitch pattern by CrossPatternStitchUA, and another lady that looks a lot like us this winter.
32. Be Still cross stitch pattern
Sometimes January can be quite hectic with loads of new goals and projects to start. Take some time to 'be still' and cross-stitch ThatStitchShop's hoop.
33. Poinsettia stitch pattern
A winter cross stitch pattern round-up isn't complete without a free poinsettia cross stitch! Stitch this Christmassy flower for your walls.
34. Winter animal cross stitch patterns
Stitch yourself RockingHorseCS' adorable snowy pals using her winter cross stitch patterns.
35. Winter cross stitch alphabet patterns
These winter cross-stitch patterns are a must for all cross-stitchers because it includes templates for every letter of the alphabet! Use our free cross stitch alphabet for Christmas to stitch a personalised gift for a pal.
36. Cabin in the woods cross stitch pattern
Another snowy cottage scene by HardKnotLifeStudio to add to your winter cross stitch collection.
37. Owl cross stitch pattern
Cross stitch this cutie with our free tutorial! The free instructions can be found in our owl cross stitch patterns collection.
38. Floral cross stitch
More floral cross stitch patterns because you can never have too many. This one is by RockingHorseCS.
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40. Enjoy life more cross stitch hoop
Enjoy cross stitching more by making CrossPatternStitchUA's happy little hoop.
41. Winter gloves cross stitch patterns
Cross stitch mittens are a must in the wintertime. Use andwabisabi's chart to make your own.
42. Wolf cross stitch pattern
Cross stitch your own winter wolf with our free wolf cross stitch pattern.
43. Girl with a cup of tea cross stitch
Another amazing winter cross stitch pattern by CrossPatternStitchUA, and another lady that looks a lot like us this winter.
44. Simple floral cross stitch
TheStitchPatterns simple festive flower will make a fab addition to your cross stitch collection.
45. Snowflake cross stitch
Cross stitch this sparkly wonderland with the snowflake cross stitch pattern.
46. Hygge winter cross stitch pattern
This hygge home cross stitch by ThePixelParadeCo will remind you of all the important things AKA craft since there's a ball of yarn on there!
47. Winter robin cross stitch
Stitch a beautifully delicate bird with our robin cross stitch. These versatile robin cross stitch patterns are ideal for Christmas tags, cards or even bookmarks. Choose from two designs: one shows a sweet robin perched upon a single branch and the other is of a robin with two other birds enjoying a feeder.
48. Giraffe cross stitch
Reach new heights with this adorable wintery giraffe cross stitch designed by Jane Henderson.
49. Thanksgiving turkey cross stitch
Chose from four thanksgiving cross stitch motifs here that you can stitch as small cards or gifts to mark Thanksgiving.
50. Winter doors cross stitch
Cosy up this Christmas with this Festive Doorway cross stitch chart pattern designed by Amanda Gregory. The red door is bursting with wintry charm!
51. Winter bells
Stitch adorable ornaments for your Christmas tree or mantelpiece with Lesley Teare's festive bell pattern.
Winter cross stitch to keep you cosy
There's nothing quite like stitching away in your warm home as you hear the rain falling outside! These winter cross stitch patterns capture that cosy winter feeling, hang them in your home to feel snug all year round.
Keep the Christmas stitching coming
Of course, Christmas is just around the corner and naturally the next source for all your stitching inspiration. Discover 150 Christmas cross stitch patterns.
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Phoebe has worked for Gathered, and our sister magazine Mollie Makes, for 3 years. She manages our Arts & Crafts section and specialises in social media and content strategy. She has a background in all things marketing, a flair for Pinterest and a knack for finding the next big craft trend. Previously she worked as Digital Campaign Executive for Fat Media. You may recognise her name from Mollie Makes Social Media magazine, where she shared her expertise and top tips on becoming social media savvy.
