France Cross Stitch Patterns

In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered... Read more about Lea Letourneur 1894 - Cross Stitch Pattern

15 patterns with a French flair.
"Ma Chere Louise" stitched on 32 count Oaken by Picture This Plususing Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count 135w x 130h.

Mon Petit Examplair" stitched on 32 count Legacy by Picture This Plus using Classic Color Works and Silk 'N Colors. Stitch... Read more about Ooh La La - Cross Stitch Pattern

Impossible to resist the charm of this delightful flower basket... Each petal seems to have been gathered at dawn, when the light still caresses the blossoms with infinite softness. Beneath your needle, spring comes to life stitch by stitch, in a tender and luminous harmony that instantly makes you... Read more about Le Panier de Mathilde - Cross Stitch Pattern

Here we find an alphabet intertwined with irises, religious symbols with singular shapes, and a border of stylized roses that seems to whisper the elegance of days gone by.

Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 400 x 411 and the finished size is 20" x 20.55".

Following Le Panier de Mathilde, Maison Choisel continues to offer designs inspired by the rich world of the Biedermeier period. We are pleased to present Fleurs de Paris: a vibrant, colour-rich design with a moderate, accessible size.

Model is stitched on 40ct fabric linen of your choice... Read more about Fleurs de Paris - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 207x63. Design Size: 13" x 4".

Note: The fabric size listed is with a 2-inch border.

This cute autumnal pattern by JBW designs features a little squirrel friend with acorns and hearts.

Model stitched on 30 count linen with Weeks Dye Works. The stitch count: 53 x 68. Finished size: 3.53" x 4.53".

In 1892, the young stitcher Josephine poured all her patience into creating her large sampler. Garlands of roses, delicate bouquets, singing birds- a whole garden seems to bloom beneath her stitches, vibrant with tenderness and color. Her work, offered to her parents, carries a touching tribute- and... Read more about Josephine Merle 1892 - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

This is a reproduction of a French sampler. Little embroiderer Lucie embroidered a beautiful alphabet and then chose to embellish it with two trees with birds. She adorned her initial with two griffins.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Soie d'Alger, Gentle Arts, or DMC threads. Stitch count is 310 x 262. Finished size is 19.38" x 16.38".

She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.

Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h

"Apples and Sage" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 53x135. Design Size: 3" x 8".

Ivory and golden roses bathed in warm, luminous shades. This design combines softness, antique radiance, and timeless charm for a creation filled with poetry.

Model is stitched on 14ct Light Mocha Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 34 x 67. Finished size 2.43 in wide X 4.79 in high.

Pattern by JBW designs featuring two ornate chicken designs, French Hen and La Poule.

French Hen is stitched on 29 ct. Natural linen and La Poule is stitched on 28 ct. Pale Yellow linen with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. The stitch count for both is 65 x 66 and the finished sizes are 4.64" x 4.71".

This leaflet includes designs for Germany, France and Ireland.

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is approx. 30w x 69h each. Finished size is approx. 2.1" x 4.9" each.

Les Petites Floralies is French for a little flower show. The daintiness of over one is irresistible to me and it is a breeze when stitching on 28 count. Of course, these flowers would look amazing stitched over 2 as well. Taken from an antique sampler, these floral fragments are sure to delight... Read more about Petites Floralies - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a lovely sampler stitched in one color!

Stitched on 36 and 56 count fabrics using Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 138 x 138. Finished size for 36 count is 7.67" x 7.67". Finished size for 56 count is 4.93" x 4.93".

Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash Primitives featuring a little needle book with a cute farm chicken!

Stitched on 36 count fabric using Weeks Dye Works threads and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 64 x 46. Finished size is 5.5 x 3.

Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a city celebrating the 14th of July for France!

Model stitched on 32 ct Natural Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 237 x 267.

This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features pink birds, berries and green leaves. "Notes: Eliza Coulter stitched the pink birds in 1849 at the age of 17. She was born in 1832. The birds were stitched in wool on Peleope canvas."

Model stitched on 36ct Espresso from R&R... Read more about Eliza's French Birds 1849 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a postage stamp the the flag of French 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".

Model stitched on 28ct. Natural Linen with Week Dye Works Thread. Stitch count is 55W X 59H. Finished size: 3.8 x 4.

A delicate rosette with touches of antique blue and garnet red, inspired by the refined porcelains of the Court of Versailles.

Model is stitched on 14ct Antique White Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger floss with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 71 x 71. finished size is 5.07 in wide X 5.07 in high.

Reproduction of a French Sampler. In 1861, Mademoiselle Leroux let a delicate vase of flowers bloom beneath her needle, a gift for her uncle and aunt. A timeless bouquet, suspended in the grace of passing day.

Stitched on 16 count Zweigart linen. The stitch count is 271 x 206 and the finished size is 16.94" x 12.88".

In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.

Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".

Cross stitch pattern from Cuore E Batticuore featuring a Christmas in Paris!

Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 240w x 160h. Finished size is 15 in wide X 10 in high.

To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.

Model... Read more about Up in the Cherry Boughs - Cross Stitch Pattern

From the French Country Collection. A beautiful Christmas stocking composed of an alphabet and Christmas motifs. A full alphabet is provided so you can replace the word Noel with a name.

Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Light Mocha Lugana using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, or DMC floss.... Read more about French Country Stocking - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Here's a cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a charming vintage French pincushion! The pattern is designed to be stitched on 40-count Silver Moon fabric using DMC threads. The stitch count is 56 x 56, and the finished size for 20-count fabric will be approximately 2.8 x 2.8 inches.... Read more about Vintage Paris Pin Cushion - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Imaginating featuring an adorable French home with a welcome sign at Christmas!

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Light Blue Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 105w x 85h.

Note from designer: Renee's French Alphabet has been adapted from an antique sampler with beautifully formed graceful letters. The original sampler was worked in wool, and did not contain the letters : J and W, which would have been common in France at the time it was stitched. I have added both of... Read more about Renee's French Alphabet - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a baggage tag to take on your trip to Paris!

Pattern stitched on 14 Ct. Sky Blue Aida using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 16 x 31. Finished size: 1.14" x 2.21". Luggage tags not included.

Model stitched on 16 ct. Zweigart linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 265 x 306. Finished size is 16.5" x 19".

Cross stitch pattern from Reflets de Soie featuring a French sampler with the alphabet and parrots.

Model stitched on 16 ct. linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 323 x 278. Finished size is 20.2" x 17.4"

This design by JBW Designs features the coolest giraffe you've ever seen riding a wagon!

Model stitched on 32ct Princess Buttercup Lugana Linen or 32ct Cream Belfast Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 67w x 78h. Finished size: 4.18 x 4.9 (over 2) and 2.09 x 2.4 (over 1).

Note: Fabric suggestion listed is for over 1 thread

This design by JBW Designs features the coolest Lion you've ever seen riding a wagon!

Model stitched on 32ct Snow Drifts Linen from Fabrics by Stephanie or 32ct Ice Blue Cashel Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 81w x 71h. Finished size: 5.06 x 4.43 (over 2) and 2.8 x 2.5 (over 1).

"Sorciere"

Model stitched on 28 ct. Antique Ivory Cashel linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count: 85W x 74H. Finished size: 6.07 x 5.2.

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Parisian Neutral Stripes fabric with Classic Colorworks Ladybug (pink version) or Weeks Dye Works Capri (blue version). Stitch Count: 78W x 95H. Finished size: 4.87 x 5.94 (over two) and 2.44 x 3 (over one).

"In the meadow we can build a snowman."

Model stitched on 32 Ct. French Polka Dot linen over two and 28 count Water Lily over one with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 82W x 107H. Finished size: 5.2 x 6.7 (over two) and 2.93 x 3.82 (over one).

Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Examplar with Classic Coloworks floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 88x110.

This model can be stitched on 32 Ct. Cream Belfast over two or over 1 using 30 Ct. Northern Cross White linen. Both stitched using Gentle Art Sampler thread. Stitch count 57x53. Finished size: 3.6 x 3.4 (over 2) and 1.9 x 1.8 (Over 1).

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Latte Belfast linen over 2 threads or over 1 on 30 Ct. Northern Cross Linen - White with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 62W x 72H. Finished Size: 3.9 x 4.5 (over 2) and 2 x 2.4 (over 1).

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Smyrna Cross. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Design Size: 3" x 8".

Model stitched on (two over two) 32 Ct. Friendship Green from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Modified Eyelet. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Finished Size: 3" x 8".

"To the Queen".

Model #1 stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen with DMC floss. Model #2 stitched over 1 thread on 28 Ct. Navy Lugana with white DMC floss. Stitch Count: 71W x 63H. Finished size: 4.4 x 3.9 (over 2) and 2 1/2 x 1/4 (over 1).

Pattern by Filigram featuring a rose design with beautiful stitched flowers.

Model stitched on Cobblestone, Light Blue, or Dark undyed fabric of your choice with Gentle Art Sampler Threads or Gentle Arts Simply Wool threads. Stitch Count: 113W x 112H and the finished size is 8.07" x 8" on 28 ct. linen.

"Strawberry and Mint" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. French Blu from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 53x135. Design Size: 3" x 8"

Model stitched on your choice of natural color fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 161x192. Charm Included.