Demetra - Cross Stitch Pattern

A beautiful design inspired by a vintage Ukrainian table runner, the Kyivan Stars folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features dense borders at each end that are connected with delicate rows of stitches and stylized floral motifs across the runner. Delightful and unique, the color palette has been... Read more about Kyivan Stars - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Armenian Stars folk embroidery PDF pattern is inspired by a traditional folk embroidered cap and features an intricate star motif in bands of alternating colors that mimic traditional weaving. The bold black, terra cotta and olive green colorway is striking and dramatic.

Stitched on... Read more about Armenian Stars - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Romanian Basket cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is inspired by a motif found in a vintage Romanian embroidery booklet, using a single element of squares, diamonds, and delicate vinework repeated in varying combinations to create a design of surprising intricacy. Worked in a traditional... Read more about Romanian Basket - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Anthea table runner folk embroidery cross stitch pattern showcases the beauty of repetition that is frequently found in folk embroidery. Delicate floral squares are repeated across and then finished with a geometric border to create a charming table runner that coordinates with many decor styles... Read more about Anthea Table Runner - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Silviana cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is adapted from a vintage textile from Greece. Featuring repeating cypress trees, geometric motifs, and a striking use of negative space, it is a classic example of how folk embroidery can be simple yet complex. Stitched on 25ct evenweave, it makes a... Read more about Silviana - Cross Stitch Pattern

An ornate cross originates out of an eight-pointed star, a motif associated with heaven in Eastern Orthodox Christian art. Worked in traditional shades of bright red and coral, this design will look lovely covering the basket that is taken to church to be blessed following the Easter service. ... Read more about Baltic Easter Basket - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Astra" means star in Greek and this folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features a delicate allover design features an intricate primary star motif that alternates with a smaller secondary star motif. Worked in a warm palette of deep teal, red copper, golden olive and two shades of green... Read more about Astra - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a fun geometric star design!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Platinum linen using Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch count: 269w x 269h

The Mulberry Leaf cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is an intricate, deeply satisfying design featuring a stylized mulberry leaf motif worked in deep blue and terra cotta, colors that echo the historic silk textiles this pattern pays homage to. The border mirrors along each edge in a way that... Read more about Mulberry Leaf - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Luminita folk embroidery cross stitch pattern pays homage to the lovely embroidery traditions of Romania with a border design featuring bright stars and delicate vinework. In a modern take on the traditional blue and white palette, it is stitched on blue evenweave with ecru and deep blue floss... Read more about Luminita - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a line of quilting stars and flying geese!

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Light Khaki linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 145 x 21 and the finished size is 8" x 1.17".

The Santorini Floral cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is inspired by a vintage Greek embroidery, featuring colorful floral sprays set within a graceful blue border reminiscent of the iconic flowers and blue rooflines of Santorini. At the center, a compelling diamond-in-square motif ornamented... Read more about Santorini Floral - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Byzantine Scroll and Meander folk embroidery pattern features three lavish borders reminiscent of decorative borders in Byzantine art. Featuring only two colors, the outlining of the lighter color provides intricacy and contrast. A stunning piece of textile history, this table runner will become... Read more about Byzantine Scroll and Meander - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring a geometric design to represent a prairie star!

Model stitched on 14 ct. Aida using DMC thread. Stitch count: 133w x 133h

The Blue Larkspur cross stitch folk embroidery pattern features graceful larkspur motifs which fill each corner, while the sides features a stylized primrose. Each primrose sprig originates in a broad leaf that pierces the outer border, thereby forming a striking diamond-within-a-square arrangement... Read more about Blue Larkspur - Cross Stitch Pattern

A stunning border design from the Cycladean islands, the Anafi Diamanti folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features interlaced diamonds that are worked in two alternating color combinations-blue and green for one pair of diamonds, and coral and olive for the other pair. The intricacy of the... Read more about Anafi Diamanti - Cross Stitch Pattern

Sprinkled with delicate celandine flowers-a type of yellow poppy that blooms throughout the Mediterranean in springtime--the Golden Celandine folk embroidery pattern is inspired by a vintage Greek table mat I acquired years ago. Diamonds and scrolls stitched in golden olive with navy and green... Read more about Golden Celandine - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Stavroula cross stitch folk embroidery pattern is a design I have seen again and again in Greece, in variations ranging from small table runners with a single motif to larger pieces with multiple motifs in a half-drop repeat. This favored pattern has genuinely captured the imagination of... Read more about Stavroula - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Iris' Paintbox folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by an embroidered table scarf a friend purchased from a needleworker in the Agrinio area of mainland Greece in the 1970s which was in turn inspired by a Greek folk costume. Its vibrant color palette sets a lively rainbow of hues... Read more about Iris Paintbox - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Aegean Octagon Table Runner folk embroidery cross stitch pattern features a simple yet stunning design that uses an ancient motif-in the center of the cloth it is embroidered as large Xs, and in the border it is reversed and worked as octagons. Its monochromatic colorway makes it sophisticated... Read more about Aegean Octagon - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a patriotic tag with stars!

Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 29 x 50. Finished size: 2.07" x 3.57".

Cross stitch pattern from Little House Needleworks featuring three homes each underneath the stars, sun and moon!

Pattern is stitched on your choice of fabric using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 69 x 77 for each block or 213 x 77 on 30 count fabric.

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a home at night surrounded by stars!

Stitched on 40 count fabric using Threadworx threads. Stitch count is 60 x 60. Finished size is 3 x 3.