Ocean Nashville Needlework Market 2026 Cross Stitch

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.

A stitch for that "crabby someone" to remind them that some moods are best cured by salt air, sandy toes, and a return to the shore.

The pattern is stitched on 32ct linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks with a full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 120W x 80H. Finished size is 7.5" x 5".

A curious little octopus drifts through an underwater garden of swaying seaweed, tiny fish, and sparkling bubbles. With its bright colors, curled tentacles, and playful movement, it captures the gentle magic of life beneath the waves - mysterious, cheerful, and full of ocean-daydream charm. This is... Read more about Tentacles Below - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

A quiet underwater moment is captured that is calm, cozy, and full of gentle ocean magic; curious seahorses drifting lazily through tall, dancing sea grass. This is one of my two contributions for XStitch the Rainbow's Beneath the Waves Collaboration using the Cottage Garden Threads - Beneath the... Read more about Anchored Tails - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

This design by Tiny Modernists features a colorful underwater... Read more about Midnight Ocean - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

Pattern by The Stitch Crypt featuring a cute underwater... Read more about Deep Sea Dumbo - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

You can almost hear the waves lapping while the seagulls call and smell the salt air when you admire Seaside, featuring a beautiful summer scene both on land and under the sea. The model was stitched on two separate pieces of linen that were then mounted separately, before being framed together... Read more about Seaside - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

Gone Fishing by Ink Circles features a cute kitty scuba diver... Read more about Gone Fishing - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Sea Turtle Cove is part of the XStitchTheRainbow collaboration featuring the Cottage Garden Threads Beneath the Waves Palette.

Pattern is stitched on 36 count Lunar by Be Stitch Me with Cottage Garden Threads Beneath The Waves palette. Stitch Count: 60 x 60. Finished size: approx 3.3" x 3.3".

Inspired by the amazing variety of the Oregon coast, here are a diverse cast of characters enjoying s'mores on the beach!

The model is stitched on 40 count linen with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 101 x 80 and the... Read more about Shore S'Mores - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspired by a photo I took from the ferry on my husband and I's first visit to Mackinac Island together, this piece reflects the calm beauty and nostalgia of that day. I love turning memorable moments into stitches, and this one felt too special not to share. The driftwood used for finishing was... Read more about Let the Light Guide You - Cross Stitch Pattern

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".

Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring the next design in the Celebrate Ewe series with a young girl leading her sheep on the beach with a sand castle on its back.

Model shown stitched on 32 ct. Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss.... Read more about Seaside Ewe - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring a whale in the ocean in front of our lighthouse with the words "Explore the depths of life with care and take the time to rise for air".

Stitched on 18 ct. Celestine with Classic Colorworks, Forbidden Fiber, and DMC floss. The stitch count is 92 x 105 and the finished size is 5.11" x 5.83".

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

This pattern is a collaboration piece for XStitch the Rainbow - Beneath the Waves. After seeing the lovely color palette for this year, I immediately thought of a clown fish in an anemone. For the design of the anemone, I wanted to create a border sampler feel. I stitched my little clown fish on a... Read more about Anemone - XStitch the Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a colorful fish who is seeing starfish!

Patterns are stitched on 32 count Ocean Air Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Cottage Garden Threads - Beneath the Waves Palette. Stitch count is 60 x 60. Finished size is 3.75" x 3.75"

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".

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.

Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery... Read more about Houseboat Hangout - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch

Underwater Garden is part of the 2026 XStitch the Rainbow collaboration. Featuring a fun underwater design with fish and more! This pattern includes two charts, Coral Hide & Seek and Fish School.

Coral Hide and Seek is stitched on 28 count Twilight Linen from Picture This Plus. Fish... Read more about Fish Friends - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring the words "We learn to swim the seas like fish and soar like birds above. Now let us learn to walk this earth in unity and love".

Stitched on 18 ct. Slate with DMC floss. The stitch count is 159 x 77 and the finished size is 8.83" x 4.28".

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.

All patterns and finishing directions are included in this... Read more about Whaley Love Krill - XStitch The Rainbow - Cross Stitch

Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a beatiful swan with ocean themed imagery around it. Inspired by the Edgar Allen Poe quote featured on the design "And the sea it hath my treasure and the sea it hath my love".

This design is stitched on 40-Count Ancient Ruin from Fox and Rabbit with NPI silk floss. The stitch count is 158 x 175 and the finished size is 7.9" x 8.75".

Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a mermaid holding a garland with the words "Seas and Greetings".

Pattern is stitched on 16 ct. Pistachio aida using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Rainbow Gallery threads. The stitch count is 97 x 97 and the finished size is 6.06" x 6.06". Also recommended is the Mill Hill charm 12172.

Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a beautiful purple mermaid!

Patterns stitched on 28 count linen using DMC and Rainbow Gallery threads. Miyuki Delica beads also used but not listed. Stitch count is 149 x 285 stitches. Finished size is 10.6" x 20.4".

Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a lovely mermaid swimming with dolphins!

Patterns stitched on 28 count linen using DMC. Stitch count is 98 x 195 stitches. Finished size is 7" x 13.9".

Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a lovely mermaid diving for treasure!

Patterns stitched on 32 count lugana using DMC. Stitch count is 196 x 139 stitches. Finished size is 12.2" x 8.7".

Embark on a bold journey of color with this delightfully whimsical ship. The pink sky and this stately ship cruise along the water and are enveloped by whimsical flowers and splashes of light.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen with Presencia floss. The stitch count is 118 x 129 and the... Read more about Pink Sunrise Ship - Cross Stitch Pattern

Meet Astrid, the sweetest little turtle bringing spring to life. This original 360-degree pinkeep is fully stitched all around, creating a truly unique display piece for your home. It's fresh, dimensional, and unlike anything else in the room.

The pattern stitched on 32 ct. linen using Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 209 x 285. Finished size is 13.06 in wide X 17.81 in high.

Cross stitch pattern from Barefoot Needleart featuring two fun colored Octopi holding tentacles and making a heart.

Pattern is stitched on 16 count black Aida with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 199 x 198 and the finished size is 12.44" x 12.38".

Cross stitch pattern from Barefoot Needleart featuring a fun pattern with a starfish and the words "Life is at ease with an ocean breeze".

Pattern is stitched on 28 count evenweave white with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. The stitch count is 76 x 60 and the finished size is 5.43" x 4.29".

Cross stitch pattern from Pickle Barrel Designs featuring a fun summer design with pink flamingos, pineapple, and more!

Stitched on 14 ct. Pewter Aida with DMC and Valdani floss. The stitch count is 115 x 98 and the finished size is 8.21" x 7".

Cross stitch pattern from Pickle Barrel Designs featuring a fun surf shop on the beach.

Stitched on 14 ct. Star Sapphire Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 97 x 133 and the finished size is 6.93" x 9.50".

With nautical details, gentle waves, and a classic geometric border, it's a pattern that symbolizes guidance, resilience, and light during difficult times - perfect to stitch as a gift or comforting keepsake.

The pattern is stitched on 32ct Storm by Atomic Ranch Fabrics using DMC and... Read more about A Beacon of Hope - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design by Tiny Modernist features the words "Meet Me At The Beach" with a fun vacation beach scene.

Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Affogato linen with Valdani Floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 59 x 89 and the finished size is 4.21" x 6.36".