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17 family tree cross stitch patterns

Celebrate your family with these delightful family tree cross stitch patterns.

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Published: January 4, 2023 at 12:06 pm

Whether your family is big, small or you simply have lots of furbabies, you can capture their names in these lovely family tree cross stitch patterns.

The perfect present for families who might be expecting a new member, or even as a wedding gift to commemorate the joining of two families, these family tree cross stitch patterns will make special gifts. There's endless ways you can gift these beautiful designs, but one thing is for sure - they'll be much loved by their recipients.

In our roundup you'll find a mix of traditional and contemporary designs, as well as themed options, so there's one for every family.

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17 family tree cross stitch patterns

Family tree cross stitch

Brighten up your home, or give a very special gift to your loved one with this beautiful, bold family tree cross stitch. This is a full kit containing everything you need to create this lovely keepsake, whether you've had a new addition to the family or you just want to celebrate your family history, this family tree cross stitch is the perfect way to do so.

We love the detail in this design from Bothy Threads which makes it a particularly eye-catching choice. A colourful cross stitch design you can display with pride!

Family tree cross stitch pattern or kit

This quirky family tree cross stitch is bright and full of colour, it can be customised with your own family names. The pattern is available as a digital download, which contains a colour printed chart of design, two alphabets, a thread specification sheet, and instructions. You can also purchase this design as a kit, which contains everything you need to complete the piece, so you won't need to go hunting around for the right threads!

For more cross stitch ideas, learn how to make cross stitch letters with our helpful guide.

Vintage family tree cross stitch

If you love everything vintage or retro you'll love this family tree cross stitch pattern, which contains a large tree in an archway of hearts surrounded by family names in a pretty font. This piece would take pride of place in any living room, as a special reminder of your loved ones. You can purchase as a digital download or a full cross stitch kit.

Traditional family tree cross stitch kit

Another vintage family tree cross stitch pattern to consider, and this one comes as part of a full set. As well as a picture of the finished design, this set includes the fabric, cotton, needle, chart and instructions, so you can crack on with this fun design straight away. It would look particularly great in a glossy, wooden frame. Hang in your living room and let visitors discover who's who in your family!

Grandchildren family tree cross stitch

One for the Grandparents - give the gift of a grandchildren family tree to celebrate all the little ones (or maybe not so little ones now) in their life. This family cross stitch makes a fabulous and thoughtful gift for any occasion, it might be particularly good for Grandma or Grandad's birthday.

This family tree cross stitch is available to buy handmade from Etsy, so you don't actually need to create this one yourself you can just send in the grandparent's and grandchildren's names and they'll do the rest!

Engagement family tree cross stitch

This one might not be a full family tree, but it would make a lovely engagement or wedding present for the special couple. This pattern is available as a digital download, which includes a full alphabet and numbers so you are able to customise this as you wish.

Bothy Threads anniversary cross stitch kit

Another sweet cross stitch design that would work well as an engagement gift, this Bothy Threads' design is a lovely choice. The heart-shaped tree bursting with hearts and flowers is a great way to celebrate a special date. This is a full kit that includes cotton, yarn, lace flower beads, needle and instructions. You'll also find the alphabet and numbers so you can personalise as you wish.

While it would make a top engagement gift, it would also work for anniversaries, or any special date you share and celebrate with a loved one. Why not gift to your best friend and celebrate your friendiversary?

Modern cross stitch family tree pattern

A modern family tree cross stitch design with a minimal style featuring simple branches and pink boxes for the names. It would look lovely hanging in a modern home or would make a lovely gift for new parents.

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Family tree cross stitch apple tree

The apple of your eye! Or many apples in this case, with the lovely family tree cross stitch adorned with apples, each one containing a family member's name. It's a beautiful and bright way to celebrate your family and would look fab hanging in any home. The apple tree cross stitch is available as a digital download which contains the cross stitch pattern and alphabet so that you can personalise it.

Family tree cross stitch characters

Ah, we absolutely adore this cute family tree cross stitch, the guys over at Talas Stitches will create this impressive piece for you, you can choose the number of family members and send them over photos and descriptions of each person and they'll do the rest! What an awesome gift this would make.

Cat family tree cross stitch pattern

Now, if like us you love cats, and maybe have one too many (or you know someone who does) then this crazy cat family tree cross stitch pattern would make the perfect gift. This is a digital download as seen and can't be personalised, however, if you are a dab hand at cross stitch already you could always personalise the colours in the design to match your family. You can find the cat family tree cross stitch on Etsy, as a digital download.

Winne the Pooh inspired family tree cross stitch pattern

As sweet as honey! This cute Winnie the Pooh-inspired design would make a lovely gift for any fans of the classic tales. It contains all the lovable characters and would bring the charm of their stories into your home. This Pooh family tree cross stitch pattern is available as a digital download containing the cross stitch pattern and an alphabet so you are able to personalise with your family names.

Birds family tree cross stitch design

This chirpy cross stitch is bright and playful, it contains six names so might work well for smaller families or families who have had recent additions! The little birds are bursting with personality and the kids will love it. It would be a great addition to the nursery or a gift for a new family.

Branches family tree cross stitch

This simple yet eye-catching piece can be customised with your family names, this design has four birds so would make a lovely gift for a small family with a new baby or as a wedding gift. This family tree cross stitch design is created by NikkiPattern over on Etsy, and they also have similar designs with more birds for larger families, so check out their shop.

Old-style family tree cross stitch pattern

If your family has a long history and you've spent the time digging around to find your long-lost ancestors, why not create this amazing old-style family tree to proudly display all of your findings, a true heirloom for years to come. This family tree cross stitch pattern is available as a digital download, containing the pattern and alternate colour choices for hair and skin, so you can create a likeness to your own family.

Character family tree cross stitch

A modern twist on the family tree. These cute character-based cross stitches are perfect for the smaller family and those who love a modern style. All you'll need to do is send in photos of your family and any other details and the designer will create a digital pdf for you ready to download and stitch.

Festive family tree cross stitch pattern

For another contemporary family tree cross stitch pattern, give this fun FreckleDoll design a go. Perfect for a small family, personalise the hanging baubles and display with pride! Opt for a bold colour for a standout finish. While the baubles add a festive touch, it's not overly Christmassy so you can easily have it up on the wall all year round.

If you loved these family tree cross stitch designs and want to get the kids involved, try these children's cross stitch patterns, easy stitches for little hands! If you want to try your own hand at some more homely designs, try these cross stitch flower patterns, or maybe you'd like to create your own greetings cards with our cross stitch cards patterns. If you're looking to step up your cross stitch game check out these cross stitch tips, to become an expert stitcher!