Blackwork Cross Stitch Patterns

Black Bird Sampler is stitched on 36 count Ale linen by Picture this Plus, one strand of floss over two linen threads. Stitch count is 178w x 187h.

Model stitched on 40 ct. antique white Newcastle linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 100w x 180h

Cross stitch pattern from AuryTm featuring a grouping of various quaker designs alongside the word "STRENGTH".

Model stitched on 28 count White Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 268 x 225.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a dapper snowman surrounded by holly berries!

Model stitched over two on 28 count Dutch blue Cashel Linen fabric with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch count: 42w x 56h. Finished size: 3" x 4". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring four designs -- one for each season. Each design measures 42w x 42h. Also includes a bonus blackwork design titled "Tudor Rose Garden", which measures 46w x 44h.

Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Model stitched over two on 32 count Antique White Belfast Linen using DMC floss and Kreinik. DMC floss 3820 may be substituted for the gold braid. Maximum stitch count: 33 x 57. Book #103

This symmetrical design was stitched with Weeks Dye Works Kohl (3 skeins needed) on 32 Count Dragon Dust linen by Seraphim Fibers. It's 89 stitches square.

Model stitched on 32 count "Dragon Dust" linen by Seraphim fabrics using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 89 x 89. Approx size is 5.75 x 5.75.

Cross stitch pattern from The Sweetheart Tree featuring a sampler all in one color!

The pattern may be stitched on 40, 32, or 28 ct Lambswool or Platinum linen using DMC 310. Stitch count: 100 x 188.

Stitch Count: 98W x 69H. Model stitched on 14 ct fabric of your choice using DMC floss.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. white evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 72W x 246H. Finished size: 5 1/8" x 17 1/2".

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a ripe red apple framed by intricate line art!

Model stitched over 2 on 28 count white evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count 81w x 81h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring an elegant rose accentuated by intricate geometry!

Model stitched over 2 on 32 count white jobelan fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count 64w x 64h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a bunch of grapes framed by intricate line art!

Model stitched over 2 on 28 count white evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count 81w x 81h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a pair of pears framed by intricate line art!

Model stitched over 2 on 28 count white evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count 81w x 81h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a pair of plums framed by intricate line art!

Model stitched over 2 on 28 count white evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count 81w x 81h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring Valentines ornaments in four colorful themes!

Recommended fabric is 14 count aida or perforated paper. Models stitched with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch count: 57w x 52h each ornament. Finished size: 4" x 3 5/8" each ornament. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

Cross stitch pattern from The Sweetheart Tree featuring a lovely monochromatic treasure box!

Pattern is stitched on Long Jewelry Box by Sudberry House Stitchery but can also be done on 28 or 32 ct Light Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 156 x 36. Finished size on 28 count is 11.14" x 2.57". Finished size on 32 count is 9.75" x 2.25".

Cross stitch pattern from The Sweetheart Tree featuring a beautiful, geometric triangle!

Stitched on 32 count lambswool using DMC threads. Stitch count is 40 x 40 for all sides. Finished size is 2.5 x 2.5 for all sides.

Infuse your Halloween decor with cozy folk?art charm using the All Hallows Eve counted?cross stitch pattern. Designed by Yasmin, this printed pattern features timeless motifs-pumpkins, ghosts, and seasonal Halloween accents-rendered in a storybook?inspired style. Suitable for stitchers at all skill... Read more about All Hallows Eve - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 32ct Murky Lugana with Classic Colorworks "Black Coffee". Stitch Count: approximately 57W x 57H. Finished size: approximately 4.1" x 4.1".

Cross stitch pattern from Artmishka featuring a fun blackwork butterfly!

Model stitched on your choice of fabric with DMC floss. The stitch count is 95 x 62.
Finished size:
aida 14 - 18 x 12 cm (7 x 4 1/2 in)
aida 16 - 16 x 10 cm (6 x 4 in)

Cross stitch pattern from Artmishka featuring a beautiful black work flower!

Model stitched on your choice of fabric with DMC floss. The stitch count is 93 x 93.
Finished size:
aida 14 - 17 x 17 cm (6 3/4 x 6 3/4 in)
aida 16 - 15 x 15 cm (6 x 6 in)

Model can be stitched on 28 or 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast Linen using DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 68W x 146H. Comes with embellishment pack.

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 55W x 51H. Design Size: 3" x 3". Pattern comes with black flower beads and jet black paillettes.

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring the a cute bird made of black and red.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 140 x 132 and the finished size is 10" x 9.4".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a sweet butterfly in dark colors.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 195 x 102 and the finished size is 13.9" x 7.3".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a lucky four leaf clover.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 196 x 226 and the finished size is 14" x 16.1".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a blooming flower.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 132 x 195 and the finished size is 9.4" x 13.9".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a large romantic red heart.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 112 x 101 and the finished size is 9.4" x 13.9".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a colorful fun hot air balloon.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 129 x 194 and the finished size is 9.2" x 13.9".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a beautiful maple leaf.

Model stitched on 14 count Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 147 x 138 and the finished size is 10.5" x 9.9".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a fun orange pumpkin

Model stitched on 14 count Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 183 x 181 and the finished size is 13.1" x 12.9".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a happy snowman with a top hat and carrot nose.

Model stitched on 14 count Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 96 x 112 and the finished size is 6.9" x 8".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a cute classic teapot.

Model stitched on 14 count Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 112 x 104 and the finished size is 8" x 7.4".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a cute classic teapot.

Model stitched on 14 count Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 170 x 195 and the finished size is 12.1" x 13.9".

This witch's hat is my second foray into blackwork. It uses just three colors of Gentle Arts threads!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using The Gentle Arts threads. The stitch count is 95 x 85 with a finished size of 5.94" x 5.31".

In my explorations of old embroidery books, I came across a number of rug designs in a book from 1880. While they were intended as inspiration for woven carpet patterns, I realized that a blackwork design could also show off the dynamic beauty of the geometry.

Model stitched on 32 count... Read more about Woven Star in Blackwork - Cross Stitch Pattern