Without easy access to first hand nautical evidence in the seventeenth century, fantastical sea dwellers blossomed in monstrous fearsome forms in the human mind. Imaginations were stoked by the bizarre images often drawn in the margins of old maps: creatures such as sirens and mermaids, long sinuous... Read more about The Kraken and the Mermaid - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a mermaid surrounded by octopus tentacles!

Model stitched on 28ct or 32ct Mermaid's Sea by Under the Sea Fabrics using DMC thread. Stitch count: 132 x 195.

An ocean still life of beautiful seashells is depicted in this gorgeous design by Barbara Baatz-Hillman. Bring your favorite room to life with a picture or a pillow made with Seashells. Stitch it on larger count fabric for a stunning cushion. Stitch Count 126w X 95h Finished Size on 14ct - 9" x 7". Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida.

Cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini featuring three sea creatures, a whale, turtle, and octopus!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC threads. Stitch count for each is 67w x 66h. Finished size is 4.19" x 4.13" each.

XStitch the Rainbow is a colorful and creative collaboration. Over 20 designers have each created a deep ocean themed pattern no larger than 60 x 60 stitches, using the same palette of four Cottage Garden Threads floss colors.

Whale Shark by Ink Circles features a whale shark friend with... Read more about Whale Shark - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring an octopus and says "Under the sea in an octopus garden in the shade"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Cedar Plank by Lakeside Linens using Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 120 x 101.

Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring a whale doing some fishing!

Stitched on 32 count Light Mocha using Weeks Dye Works threads or DMC. Stitch count is 48 x 64. Finished size is 3 x 4 inches.

Underwater Garden is part of the 2026 XStitch the Rainbow collaboration. Featuring a fun underwater design with fish and more!

Stitched on 40 ct. Beanstalk with the Cottage Garden Threads floss pack (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 60 x 60 and the finished size is 3" x 3".

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo features a lighthouse, whale and a crabby scissor fob!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Natural linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: Whales 67x87 - Lighthouse 63x67 - scissor fob 51x51.

This pattern is the third design in the "From the Shores of Nantucket" series of biscornus from MTV Designs! Featuring a whale design with anchors and buoys.

Stitched over two threads on 32 ct linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 71 x 71 with a finished size of 4.44" x 4.44".

Make a splash with this whimsical whale-playful, charming, and full of Quaker-style detail! Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Cottage Garden floss. Stitch Count: 75w x 118h. Finished size is 4.69 in wide X 7.38 in high.

Designer's Note: Use any fabric and floss colors you love-make it your own and have fun!

A pattern depicting 9 Nautical themed images.

The pattern is stitched on 32ct Linen. Stitch count is 73w x 73h. Finished size on 32 ct is 4.6" x 4.6".

Cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher featuring a colorful underwater scene with fish and octopus!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. "Blueberry" linen by Fiber on a Whim using Cottage Garden Thread pack - Beneath the Waves. Stitch Count: 60w x 60h and the finished size is 3.75" x 3.75".

Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Korty's Special from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 133w x 70h. Finished Size: 9W x 4 1/2"

Ahoy there Matey! Sail the Seven Seas as you stitch this imaginative seascape with crashing waves, billowing sails and spouting whale.

Stitched on 32 ct. Vintage Country Mocha Linen with NPI floss. The stitch count is 180 x 72 and the finished size is 11.25" x 4.5". Finished with Storm blue rick rack from Lady Dot Creates.

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a cute nautical design with a whale, fish, and coral.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 213 x 223 and the finished size is 15.2" x 15.9"

Cross stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring two beautiful sailing ships and a giant whale! Stitched on 35 Count linen Smokey Blue, 123stitch suggestion is Lakeside linen; using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC threads. Stitch Count: 81 X 76 ship one: 57 X 47 ship two: 51 X 44

Ocean Blue stocking was stitched and finished by Rindy Richards. Rindy is SO good at these stockings!! She even added tiny pearls to the very bottom of the stocking around the treasure chest. Perfect! Check out that whale!!

The stocking is stitched on 40 Ct. Arctic from Picture This Plus... Read more about Ocean Blue Stocking - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring a large whale with the words "Ancient mother of the ocean", "Neptune" and "The whale constellation".

Model stitched on 30ct Old Salem Linen using DMC, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count: 127w x 122h.

Also required but not listed is Night Skies Metallic thread by Threadworx.

Cross stitch pattern from Faby Reilly featuring a wonderful nautical scene in the shape of a heart!

Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Antique White Cashel using DMC and Rainbow Gallery threads. 6mm sequins not listed. Stitch count is 66 x 72.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 147x46. Comes with a charm. Finished size: 9" x 3".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a fun pink Octopus on a wavy background with the words "Octopus's Garden".

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 111 x 154 and the finished size is 7.9" x 11".

This fun nautical pattern features a large whale behind the words "Ocean of Liberty" with a ship in the corner. Includes a silver anchor charm!

Stitched on 32 ct. linen of your choice with Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 211 x 88 and finished size is 13.19" x 5.5".