The best animal cross stitch charts
From domestic pets to wild beasts, cross stitch animals are one of the very nicest things to stitch! Some legendary designers, like the much-loved but sadly no longer with us Polyanna Pickering have created epic designs that can't be purchased anymore. We've been hunting down the very best cross stitch charts featuring our animals friends that you can still get hold of and start stitching today. Is your next must-stitch design on this list?
The best cross stitch animals
Koalas cross stitch pattern
Could this design of a mamma and baby koala be any cuter?! We think not! Enjoy stitching their sweet furry faces and display your finished design in your home as a tribute to this adorable Australian animal.
- Buy the koala cross stitch pattern from the Gathered Shop
Flamingo cross stitch pattern
This dreamy design by Amanda Butler will transport you to an idyllic island of crystal-blue waters, golden sands and lush tropical plants. Unwind as you stitch the graceful pink flamingo and enjoy the therapeutic art of cross stitch.
- Buy the flamingo cross stitch pattern from the Gathered Shop
Winter cat silhouette cross stitch pattern
This animal cross stitch pattern makes us feel all cosy, with a stunning winter wonderland scene featuring a curious black cat, a fairytale-style cottage, and snow-covered hills. What makes this design extra special, though, is that the entire scene is framed in a feline silhouette.
- Buy the winter cat silhouette cross stitch pattern from the Gathered Shop
Labrador cross stitch pattern
You know how sometimes animals have those eyes that melt your heart? This! Jenny Barton's very good boy is a complete darling, and he can have the treat/ball/food we are holding any time he likes! Originally featured in Cross Stitch Gold 122, this design is now available as a chart download from her website for £4.49.
Buy the labrador chart on Jenny Barton's webstore
Flower crown pets pattern
If you are looking for a slightly smaller stitch that is still crammed with character, how about this lovely quartet of pet portraits adorned with flower crowns? Whether you stitch each animal on its own, or present as a set of 4 as designer Lucie Heaton has shown here, these sweet cross stitch animals will be just as adorable. The PDF download of the 4 character charts costs £5.00 from her online store.
- Buy the Flower Crown Animals pattern on Lucie Heaton's online store
Cross stitch animals pattern: farm animals
Leave it Joanne Aston to capture the best bits of a rural life in her cross stitch designs! We love this farmyard hanging scene, which can also be stitched as separate smaller designs, too. This is another of the great charts included in Cross Stitch Favourites: animals friends.
- Buy the farm animals cross stitch pattern from Etsy
African sunset pattern
These silhouette animals are so cool! You can stitch the entire scene without ever having to rethread your needle, and using a vibrant background fabric does the sunset work for you! Originally featured in Cross Stitch Crazy, these stunning stitches are now available in designer Fiona Baker's online Etsy store. The PDF download costs £4
Click here to see the pattern in Fiona's etsy store
Cross stitch animals: Elephant and baby
Did you know that a baby elephant is called a calf? However you word it, there is no mistaking the bond between mother and child, captured here in cross stitch by Maria Diaz. This is such an adorable portrait! You can download the chart from her online store for £3
Click here to see the chart in her online store
Tiger cross stitch pattern
This could be as close to cross stitch tiger perfection as we have ever seen! No stitches are wasted in Jenny Barton's stunningly realistic portrait, brought to life with some classy greenery to frame and display this tiger so he looks his very best. This stunning design first appeared in The World of Cross Stitching, issue 293.
- Buy the tiger cross stitch pattern from Etsy
Indian elephant cross stitch pattern
Oooh, this is such a sumptuous design! It was originally created by Susan Bates for Cross Stitch Gold back in 2012, and is now available to buy from her online chart shop for £7.50. We just adore the colours in this design!
Click to see this design in Susan Bates' Etsy store
Animal cross stitch patterns: free hedgehog
This little guy is not quite on the same scale as the other projects featured here, but that's because he is a free taster from Jenny Barton's JB Cross Stitch! If you love her big designs shown here, but want to test out something smaller before committing to a larger stitch, he's your hog.
Find the free hedgehog chart on JB Cross Stitch
Free animal cross stitch patterns on Gathered
We have lots of free animal cross stitch patterns for you right here on Gathered, and we add more designs all the time! Our current selection includes butterflies, caterpillars, pandas, birdies and more.
How about stitching this sweet mouse from Rhona Norrie?
Monkey and dog cross stitch cards
These brilliant cards from Jenny Barton are great for celebrating birthdays, whatever the age of the birthday boy or girl!
Find the monkey & dog cross stitch patterns
Folk art fox pattern
Here is a very special chart that we have available as a free download on Gathered! This beautiful fox created by Durene Jones makes a luxurious stitch for all seasons.
- Find the Durene Jones cross stitch fox pattern
Go wild with animal cross stitch
Now we've given you plenty of cross stitch animal inspiration, it's time to pick up your needle and start stitching! Get your paws on your favourite pattern and bring these adorable animals to life through stitch.
Let your creativity fly with Gathered
If you loved our selection of animal cross stitch patterns, these 8 beautiful butterfly cross stitch patterns are sure to make your heart flutter. Plus, they're all free! Give them a go today.
