Cross Stitch Patterns
12 cross stitch letters for every project
Whether you’re looking to find ways to spruce up your greeting cards or just want to have a sweet hanging in your home, discover our selection of cross stitch letters to personalise your projects further.
How to make your own cross stitch pattern
Learn how to make your own cross stitch pattern in our ultimate guide to creating your own bespoke patterns.
How to cross stitch for beginners: your complete guide
Want to try counted cross stitch for the first time? Great idea! Here is our complete guide to cross stitching for beginners.
10 small cross stitch patterns to make this weekend
Are you a fan of all things mini? These small cross stitch patterns are a delight to sew – and they’re all free!
Janome Sewist 725S sewing machine review | Gathered
Read on to find out if this tried and tested sewing machine should be at the top of your wish list …
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How to make a cross stitch butterfly wooden keyring
We show you how to display your cross stitch in a handy wooden keyring using the exclusive kit with your issue 344 (April 2024) of The World of Cross Stitching magazine.
Easy cross stitch patterns that are perfect for Christmas!
Choose from a selection of delightfully easy cross stitch patterns to make Christmas cards, gift tags and more! Have a giggle with our fun pun cards by Durene Jones, or treat the kids with Rhona Norrie's sweet signposts.
30 Disney cross stitch kits & patterns
Embrace the magic with our round-up of the best Disney-inspired cross stitch kits & patterns.
25 of the best modern cross stitch kits 2024
Discover the boldest and brightest modern cross stitch kits to buy today! Most of these kits come with everything you need to complete the project, so treat yourself or someone special to one.
Poppy cross stitch pattern to display or wear
Brighten up your home with Lesley's poppy cross stitch mounted in stylish hoops – just in time for Remembrance Day.
Animal Cross Stitch Patterns
Stitch and explore: Free animal cross stitch chart for kids
Get your little ones excited about exploring the great outdoors with these fun animal charts. Can they spot them all?
Cute cross stitch patterns for cards for any occasion
Discover two gorgeous cross stitch card designs by Durene Jones. Choose from a blue teddy bear of a pink doll – both as lovely as each other!
8 beautiful butterfly cross stitch patterns to stitch today
Stitch beautiful butterflies to brighten up your home with our free patterns from a range of talented designers!
Beginner Cross Stitch Patterns
10 easy free cross stitch patterns for beginners
Take your first steps into cross stitching with our free easy cross stitch patterns, which are all suitable for beginners
How to cross stitch letters: Everything you need to know
Ever wanted to personalise your stitched projects with names or letter initials? Learn all about alphabets in our complete guide to cross stitch letters.
How to make your own floral placemats with cross stitch
Discover how to create these vibrant floral placemats that will make your picnics shine.
Christmas Cross Stitch Patterns
35 best Christmas cross stitch kits: stockings, cushions and more
Discover beautiful Christmas cross stitch kits to gift this season! Choose from cushion kits, stockings and lots more.
150 Christmas cross stitch patterns to get stuck into this festive season
You'll love our festive list of 150 Christmas cross stitch patterns, with cross stitch Christmas stockings, cards, ornaments and more. Merry cross stitch Christmas!
Glowing Christmas house cross stitch
Stitch a snowy scene with these beautifully festive cross stitch houses. There are four cosy designs to choose from!
Free Cross Stitch Patterns
Spooktacular Halloween cross stitch patterns + kits to start today
Halloween is fast approaching so get your spook on with these fanastically creepy Halloween cross stitch patterns. Find a mixture of free to download patterns plus some fun kits!
Beautiful baby cross stitch patterns for new parents
Celebrate the arrival of a new bundle of joy with these beautiful baby cross stitch patterns. Make them into cards, keepsakes or frame them as a special gift!
Mark your pages in style with these beautiful bookmark cross stitch patterns
Mark your pages with these lovely bookmark cross stitch projects. We've got three unique patterns for you to choose from.
Modern Cross Stitch Patterns
30 charming autumn cross stitch patterns to stitch today
It's time to get crafty with these autumn cross stitch patterns. There's 30 to choose from, all with a twist so pick your favourite and get making today.
Floral bunting: How to make a cross stitch bunting
Take your cross stitch to another level with this beautiful floral cross stitch adorned on pretty bunting.
16 magical Harry Potter cross stitch patterns and kits
Capture the magic of the wizarding world with these beautiful Harry Potter cross stitch patterns and kits.
Wedding Cross Stitch Patterns
15 beautiful wedding cross stitch kits which make the perfect gift
Impress the happy couple on their special day with a beautiful wedding cross stitch kit. Stitch up a wonderful gift to make them smile.
Free wedding cross stitch patterns
Browse our selection of free wedding cross stitch pattern and find the wedding cross stitch for you!
Cute panda cross stitch | Free heart balloon cross stitch
Woo that special someone this Valentine's day with this adorable panda holding heart-shaped balloons designed by Sosae and Dennis Caetano.