Wildlife Cross Stitch Patterns

Note from the Designer: This was my first time working with the Valdani 6-strand embroidery floss and I love the way it shows off the subtle variegation in the birds and flowers. The design features several colors of coneflower and a trio of songbirds who enjoy them.

The model is... Read more about Coneflower Chorus - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Skunk walks through blooms and evergreens with its fluffy tail held high. A delightful new addition to A Year In The Woods II series.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Each part in the series has a stitch area of... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #10 The Skunk - Cross Stitch

Olive the goose is accompanied by a little gosling with a tuft that can be pinned on the Pinkeep or jacket or project bag.

Stitched on 36 ct. Hemingway Needle and flax linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Counts and finished sizes are listed below;
Olive: 54 x 116 and 3" x... Read more about Animal Crackers Olive - Cross Stitch Pattern

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more about Tudor Fox - Cross Stitch Pattern

This little skunk is too sweet to be a stink.

Stitched on 36 ct. Parchment linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 102 x 142 and the pocket has a stitch count of 39 x 35. The finished size is 5" x 8".

This piece captures the winter magic in the woods. Falling snow and one brilliant cardinal taking off into the winter air. Did you spot the little treehouse behind him?

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Each part in... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #7 The Northern Cardinal - Pattern

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more about Tudor Falcon - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Chipmunk is here! This lively little creature stands amid poppy flowers and acorns, celebrating the warmth and charm of the season, a delightful new addition to A Year In The Woods II series.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #6 The Chipmunk - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design by Tiny Modernist features a gorgeous woman holding books and a typewriter surrounded by cakes, nature, and animals.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Mint Lugana with DMC floss. The stitch count is 142 x 184 and the finished size is 8.88" x 11.5".

Note from the designer: This piece was inspired by an early dog walk, when we saw a group of pigeons staring intently into a puddle. This pigeon is deep in contemplation of life's mysteries (and his own reflection). But to keep things lighthearted, he is surrounded by lovely spring flowers and has... Read more about Pigeon & Puddle - Cross Stitch Pattern

Set in a quiet woodland scene, this curious red panda sits gracefully on a tree branch as soft snowflakes fall around him A delightful new addition to A Year In The Woods II series.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss.... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #9 The Red Panda - Cross Stitch

For this year's Holiday Card I went back to my Montana roots with a bison. And the cozy sweater was such fun to stitch! The border is all seasonal greens, berries and pine cones, making this a quick winter stitch of a beloved western icon.

The model is stitched on 40 count Dove linen... Read more about Holiday Card 2025 - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Last year I had carrots on a strawberry - this year I have strawberries on a carrot! Be sure to check out this BAP - Big Awesome Produce!

The model was stitched on 20 ct. linen with DMC floss. THe stitch count is 114 x 113 and the finished size is 11.4" x 11.3".

This springtime pattern by Needle Treasure Nook features a cute bunny talking to a bird perched on a strawberry plant.

This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Light Mocha with DMC floss. The stitch count is 74 x 68 and the finished size is 4.63" x 4.25".

Perched on a woodland branch, this striking crow gazes out under the glow of a golden full moon, a dramatic and mysterious addition to the Year In The Woods II series.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Each part in... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #4 - The Crow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Set in the winter woods, this bobcat sits calmly as snow falls around him. A delightful new addition to A Year In The Woods II series.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Each part in the series has a stitch area of 100... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #8 The Bobcat - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring an adorable goose with birds, honeybees, strawberries, and a banner that reads "Sweet".

Model stitched on 28 count black Monaco with Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is approx. 5" x 7".

Note from the designer: The latest in this series is an ode to the Rocky Mountains where I grew up. Hopefully it speaks to your local mountain habitats as well!

The model is stitched on 40 count linen using DMC, Weeks Dye WOrk, and Classic Colorworks threads. You will also need Cottage... Read more about Heart Of The Mountains - Cross Stitch Pattern

Introducing our next abode in interesting places - Sunset on the Savannah! This piece features the majestic savannah grasslands as our vista. The sun is setting and it's time to settle down safe and sound in our high rise shelter. Featuring Silhouetted Lions, Giraffes, Elephants and a monkey... Read more about Sunset on the Savannah - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini featuring a trio of beautiful birds.

Stitched on 32 ct. Putty linen with DMC threads. The stitch count is 67 x 67 and the finished size is 4.19" x 4.19".

This adorable witchy Hedgehog is the first pattern in the new "Woodland Stitchy Friends" series!

Stitched on 1 standard cut of Old Salem 30 ct. linen. Stitch Count is 109 x 108. Finished size is 19.41cm x 19.23cm.

This cuddly creature is perched peacefully on a gumtree branch. It pairs beautifully with part 2, the Sugar Glider, who also rests on a gumtree branch, making them a sweet duo in your stitching journey through the Australian treetops.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy linen by... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #3 - The Koala - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a celebration of the woods, and was particularly inspired by the lovely Pacific Northwest rainforest. Packed with native plants and animals, it gives you the feeling of being immersed in the deep green forest.

The model was stitched... Read more about Forest Home - Cross Stitch Pattern

School is in session! Swimming with vibrant color and warm texture, Fish Dish is part of Satsuma Street's new collection featuring DMC's Eco Vita wool thread. The pattern also includes a conversion to DMC or Cosmo six strand cotton floss.

Stitched on 20 count fabric over two threads with a stitch count of 95 x 95 and a finished size of 9.5" x 9.5".

Pattern by Boomerang Stitches featuring beautiful green hummingbirds eating from flowers.

Stitched on 32 ct Antique White Lugana with DMC floss, stitched 2 over 2. The stitch count is 120 x 120 and the finished size is 7.5" x 7.5".

We're delighted to invite you back into the enchanting forest with the launch of A Year In The Woods II - a new series that captures the quiet magic of nature's wildest hearts. This time, 12 wild creatures will appear one by one each month, this sweet sugar glider rests on a gumtree branch,... Read more about A Year in the Woods 2 #2 - The Sugar Glider - Pattern

Goddess of the hunt, protector of the forest and all who dwell in it.

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count Evenweave in the color of your choice using DMC floss Mill Hill beads and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is 212 x 147. Finished size on 14 or 28 ct is 15" x 10 1/2".

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo features a winter fox and the phrase "Fox and blue scarf"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 93 x 97. Finished size is 5.51" X 5.90".

Cross stitch pattern from Cottage Garden Samplings featuring a beaver and autumn leaves! Year in the Woods #11

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Oaken linen from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss or all DMC floss. Stitch Count: 100w x 130h

Part 6 of a 12 part series. Will look beautiful stitched individually (1 part), as a season (3 parts), or as an entire year (12 parts).

Each part has a stitch count of 100w x 130h.

Each season, stitched horizontally with 3 stitches between each part, has a stitch count of 306w... Read more about Year In The Woods #6 - Bear - Cross Stitch Pattern

This pattern by Primitive Hare features a beautiful forest Guardian standing in the snow with foxes and wolves.

Stitched on 30 ct Winter Bliss linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 200 x 180. Finished size is 13.3" x 12".

This seasonal Christmas pattern features a festively decorated hare.

Stitched on the new Christmas at Court 30 ct. linen. Stitch count is 63 x 76. Finished size is 10.70cm x 13.06cm

Cross stitch pattern from Cottage Garden Samplings featuring a wild bat and autumn leaves! Year in the Woods #10

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Oaken linen from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss or all DMC floss. Stitch Count: 100w x 130h

Note from the designer: This is the third in the seasonal quail lineup, featuring the Mountain Quail (with the very distinctive feather crest) and stylized manzanita. Although the birds are reclusive in nature, they can shine in your stitching!

The model is stitched on 40 count linen, using... Read more about Autumn Quail - Cross Stitch Pattern

Kick off your summer with these sweet summer stitches! This seasonal sampling summer chart is bursting with strawberries, mushrooms, flowers, and fairytale cottages - all in soft pinks, sunny yellows, and leafy greens. A cheerful addition to your spring and winter samplings!

Model... Read more about Seasonal Samplings - Summer - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a stamp design with a cute sea turtle swimming in the ocean with coral and a sand bar.

Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 52 x 37 and the finished size is 3.71" x 2.64".

Pattern by Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a cute design with birds and flowers.

Model stitched on 40 Ct. Vintage Examplar using Gentle Arts Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 196W x 144H and the finished size is 9.8" x 7.2".

This cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini featuring a trio of colorful birds.

Stitched on 32 ct. Tin Roof linen with DMC threads. The stitch count is 67 x 67 and the finished size is 4.19" x 4.19".

Pattern by Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a peaceful pattern with bramble-y borders and all kinds of stuff growing there. Look for the tiny surprises like scissors, birds, a little dog, and more!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks, DMC, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 211 x 140 and the finished size is 10.55" x 7".

This sweet little Pinkeep is a collaboration of a handful of little antique samplers in my collection. I took my favorite bits of each one for this design. The biggest berry basket ever, swans, butterflies, llamas, bees and 2 little squirrels, one holding scissors and the other a spool of thread. ... Read more about Love The Giver Pinkeep - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a cute chubby bear standing under a tree.

Stitched on 36 ct. Bear by Needle and Flax with Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 59 x 60 and the finished size is 3.28" x 3.33".

Note from the designer: I don't know about you, but my social media feeds are full of interesting animals and the Shoebill Stork is one of my favorites. I particularly love the way they seem to "glare" at you, so they were perfect for a spooky season stitch!

The model is... Read more about Spooky Shoebill - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Erica Michaels featuring cute needlework inspired pincushions with birds.

Model stitched on 36 ct. Wren linen from PTP using The Gentle Art , Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. Stitch count is 126 x 72 (Large Berry) and 205 x 121 (Small Berry). The finished sizes are 7" x 4" and 11.36" x 6.72".

Pattern by Crossed Wing Collection featuring bluebirds perched on branches with flowers. The leaflet contains four patterns including two Eastern Bluebirds, a Mountain Bluebird, and a Western Bluebird.

Stitched on fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch counts and finished sizes... Read more about Bluebirds Of Happiness - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Joan Elliott featuring a beautiful spring time design with fairies, woodland creatures, and more!

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count Evenweave in the color of your choice using DMC floss and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is 138 x 318. Finished size on 14 or 28 ct is 9 3/4" x 22 5/8".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a beautiful colorful peacock.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 159 x 209 and the finished size is 11.4" x 14.9".

The New Day chart is a charming little stitch, sprinkled with blooms and delicate touches that celebrate the beauty of a brand-new morning.

Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic colorworks floss. The stitch count is 95 x 89 and the finished size is 5.94" x 5.56".

The small, plump, ground-dwelling quail is often identified by its distinctive head plume. They prefer running to flying. Due to their tendency to mate for life, they symbolize loyalty and devotion. The 2026 Quail Sampler joins my growing collection of monochromatic bird samplers.

... Read more about Quail Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern