The arrival of a new little one is a big occasion and deserves a baby cross stitch to celebrate! We have four wonderful design choices for you, created by popular cross stitch designers Lesley Teare, Ursula Michael, Maria Diaz and Diane Machin.
We think these are the best free baby cross stitch patterns to download that you'll find anywhere! Which free baby cross stitch pattern will you choose?
All these new baby cross stitch patterns are free to download for our Gathered makers, with loads more to choose from on our free cross stitch pattern library!
Free baby cross stitch patterns for quick cards
Oh, hello cuties! There is nothing more delightful than a squishy new baby – except perhaps two squishy new babies.
This sweet set of 4 free baby cross stitch patterns includes a design for twins, as well as cards for a baby boy, baby girl and a little one card you can stitch that will work for any sex.
Maria Diaz originally designed these cards for Cross Stitch Gold issue 131, and has kindly given us permission to share the set as a free baby cross stitch patterns download with all our Gathered makers!
To see more designs from Maria Diaz, take a look at her website.
About the free baby cross stitch patterns for quick cards
These baby cross stitch patterns are worked on 28-count white evenweave over two threads of the fabric, using 12 shades of stranded cotton in the set, but just a few shades per card.
The baby cross stitch patterns use whole cross stitch and fractional stitches in two strands of thread, with backstitch definition in one strand.
French Knots also add extra detail to one strand of thread. These free baby cross stitch patterns are recommended for intermediate stitchers.
Download the free baby cross stitch patterns for quick cards
Sepia baby cross stitch pattern
Sending a handmade card is a lovely way to show someone you care, and you’ll make them feel extra-special when you stitch them a gorgeous sepia-style card.
Created in a muted brown and cream colour palette, you can add a pink or blue border to easily adapt this card for both sexes. These designs are worked onto evenweave which adds to the antique look.
About the sepia baby cross stitch pattern
- Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key
- Needle: Size 26 tapestry needle
- Fabric: 28-count cream evenweave measuring 20x20cm (8x8in) for each design
- Extras: Single fold square card measuring 20x20cm (8x8in)
Download the sepia baby cross stitch pattern
Traditional baby cross stitch patterns
Make the birth of a little one even more special by stitching a present using this adorable set of baby motifs, designed by Lesley Teare.
About the traditional baby cross stitch patterns
- Type of stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch
- Level: Beginner
- Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key
- Needle: Size 24 tapestry needle
- Fabric: 14-count white aida
- Extras: Baby-themed backing paper, lemon card and baby bib of your choice
Download the traditional baby cross stitch patterns
You can download the PDF with the charts and key for this trio of designs. Save it to your computer, or print it out to stitch from the charts.
Traditional baby cross stitch patterns PDF
Modern baby cross stitch patterns
Stitch one of our new baby cross stitch patterns, free to download for a new bundle of joy – they’re perfect for welcoming precious little ones into the world!
There are four free baby cross stitch patterns designed by Diane Machin for you to choose from in this download.
One of the cards is a star-shaped mini birth sampler that is super-quick to stitch, and you can personalise it with your new arrivals name and date of birth using the new baby cross stitch card abc.
About the modern baby cross stitch patterns
- Stitching time: Approx 2-5 hours each
- Type of stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch, French knots
- Level: Beginner/advanced beginner
- Threads: Stranded cotton as listed in the key
- Needle: Size 24 tapestry needle
- Fabric: 14-count white aida
Download the modern baby cross stitch patterns
Modern baby cross stitch patterns
Download the new baby cross stitch abc which you can use to personalise the star card – or any of the other designs you would like to!
Welcome a new baby with cross stitch
A cross stitch card or keepsake is such a thoughtful way to welcome a new baby to the world! It's something the parents can treasure for years to come!
Treasured cross stitch
If you love the sentimental value of cross stitch, you'll adore these cross stitch family tree projects.
