The Kalamata Courtyard cross stitch folk embroidery is adapted from a vintage embroidery pattern from the Peloponnesian region of Greece, an area with a long and venerable history of beautiful textiles. With its intricate outlining and juxtaposition of floral and geometric elements worked in bright... Read more about Kalamata Courtyard Table Runner - 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

Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring letters with a striped background!

Models are stitched on DMC Charles Craft 28 count Monaco White using DMC floss. Stitch count is 17 x 15 each circle.

This exquisite design 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 within a traditional terra cotta and... Read more about BitKit Iris' Paintbox - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Katapola Fig folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by cushion border embroideries of the Cyclades islands in Greece, and features lush fig trees laden with fruit and nesting birds. This modern interpretation mirrors the motifs to create a lavish central border for a table runner or... Read more about Katapola Fig - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from designer: & Stripes is a collaboration with Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Samplers. This chart includes the ampersand AND my Stripes chart. We each designed half of the ampersand.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Graham Cracker Linen or 40 count Mushroom/Light Mocha Newcastle... Read more about & Stripes - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Kolimbari Diamonds folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by the textile traditions from the island of Crete. These intricate geometric designs feature stars, knots, and diamonds worked in long bands and are seen in both woven and embroidered textiles. This table runner version is... Read more about Kolimbari Diamonds - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Despina's Anemone folk embroidery cross stitch pattern originates in a stunning tablecloth a friend of mine shared with me. Her mother, Despina, stitched it for her prika, a collection of embroidered tablecloths, cushion covers, and other handmade textiles that family members gift to a Greek... Read more about Despina's Anemone - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspired by a vintage embroidery from Greece, the Little Baskets cross stitch folk embroidery kit is wonderful introduction to folk embroidery. Stitch a delightful little border of stylized baskets while experiencing the unique texture Traditional Groundcloth and learn an easy fringe finish. ... Read more about Little Baskets - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on Stitchworks Table Runner (Linen insert) using Gentle Art Sampler Threads, DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery Wisper. Stitch Count: 132W x 24H. Design size is 9.4" x 2.0"

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 Blue - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Byzantine Scroll and Meander folk embroidery PDF 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... Read more about Byzantine Scroll and Meander Red - Cross Stitch Pattern

A patriotic stitch pattern by Needle Treasure Nook featuring "USA" themed strawberries.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. vintage mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 58w x 56h. Finished size 3.63" x 3.5".

Inspired by a vintage Greek embroidery, the Etruscan Diamonds cross stitch folk embroidery pattern features a very ancient design made up of diamonds, stars, Xs, and circles. It is stitched in a traditional two-tone color palette with black outline stitches that throw the design into high relief. A... Read more about Etruscan Diamonds - 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

Avlea's first table runner design, the stunning Mediterranean Floral folk embroidery table runner cross stitch pattern features a lovely embroidered border that frames the floral motifs. Worked in a vibrant palette of garnet, coral, blue, golden olive, and greens, it looks wonderful in many decors. ... Read more about Mediterranean Floral - Cross Stitch Pattern

A striking allover design, the Efimia folk embroidery cross stitch pattern is inspired by a mosaic floor from the House of Stone Carpets adjacent to the church of St Efimia in Ravenna, Italy. Small star and octagon motifs are set within squares, which are then set within octagons resulting in a... Read more about Efimia - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Florentine Tiles cross stitch folk embroidery PDF pattern evokes the intricate tiled floors of Italian palazzos and is a delightful example of how the same geometric vocabulary moves between mosaics, ceramics, and textiles across centuries. Stitched in a bright palette of navy, copper, light... Read more about Florentine Tiles - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring the two stars and many stripes!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Country Mocha using Dinky Dyes or DMC floss. Stitch count is 72 x 104.

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a postage stamp with the flag of Greece in a heart shape!

Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 23 x 27. Finished size: 1.64" x 1.93".

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

This patriotic pattern by Needle Treasures Nook features an American flag Turkey! Perfect for the summer or fall, this stars and stripes pattern will be a great addition to your collection!

This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. light mocha linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 51w x 59h and finished size is 3.19" x 3.69".