Modern Cross Stitch:
Instant Download Patterns and Printables
for Cross Stitchers, by Cross Stitchers
Small, modern cross stitch patterns you can download today, plus printable tools and friendly guides to help you plan, stitch and finish.
Get Your Free Cross Stitch Planning Starter Pack
✔️ Printable Aida ruler guide to identify your fabric count fast
✔️ Printable Cross Stitch Planning paper to map lettering and layouts in pencil first!
We share helpful tips, personal stories, and inspiration that keeps us all stitching.
Printable Tools for Cross Stitchers
Every great project starts with good organisation. That’s why we’ve created a range of printable tools designed to make your stitching life easier.
From the pocket-sized DMC Floss Inventory Mini Book to our Floss Organizer Cards and Cross-Stitch Planners, every printable is made by stitchers who know what works in real life.
These printables help you:
- Keep track of your threads and avoid buying duplicates.
- Kit up new projects quickly and neatly.
- Stay motivated with trackers and planners that celebrate your progress.
Each one is an instant download, ready to print at home on A4 or US Letter paper. No subscriptions, no apps — just practical, beautiful tools that make cross stitch simpler and more enjoyable. Explore our Printables here.
Small Patterns, Big Satisfaction in Finishing
We’re all about small cross-stitch designs. Ones where you can lose yourself in creating something beautiful but don’t have hours to spare. Each of our designs is easy to start and a joy to finish.
Whether you have just a few moments for yourself or you’re looking for a relaxing way to spend an afternoon, our collection of small patterns is just the thing. They’re great for beginners or anyone who loves the satisfaction of seeing a project come together quickly.
So, take a look around, pick a pattern that catches your eye, and enjoy getting lost in the wonderful world of cross-stitch. We can’t wait to see what you’ll create!
Hundreds of Verified 5* Reviews
★★★★★
“I bought this pattern to make as a thank you gift for my child’s teacher who took a group of students to Costa Rica for an educational trip. Her reaction was the best gift I could have received as well. She loved it!”
Megan, on the Costa Rica pattern
★★★★★
“Brilliant little booklet inventory! All my threads are now accounted for.”
Nicki, on the DMC floss mini book
★★★★★
“I love this, I looked at several different options for my 2025 planner and this one is by far my favorite! I love the design and it has all I need for my crafting memories and to keep me organized.”
Toshia, on the cross stitch planner
★★★★★
“Best chart for floss chart, it folds (easy instructions) and fits in my purse!”
My Mama’s Apron, on the DMC floss mini book
★★★★★
“Very useful, now I know instantly which colors I have and which I don’t.”
Fata, on the DMC floss mini book
Find Yourself In Every Stitch
We’re Sandy and Kirsty, a mother-daughter team creating cross stitch patterns and printable tools for stitchers of all levels.
Our designs range from quick-stitch country flags to pop culture, sci-fi, nature, and holidays. Variety keeps us inspired, and we hope it does the same for you.
Every pattern is designed and checked by Kirsty and Sandy, so it stitches up like the picture.
We also make the organisational tools we wish we’d had when we started: floss inventories, project cards, planners, and more.
Whether you’re just picking up a needle or you’ve been stitching for years, you’re welcome here.
Our Stitchy Blog
We share helpful tips, personal stories, and inspiration that keeps us all stitching.
Cross Stitch Patterns for Beginners: How to Choose, Read and Use Them
How to choose, read and use cross stitch patterns, from picking an achievable first design to spotting a fake and marking off your chart. Read more >>>
Organising a 132-Colour Full Coverage Cross Stitch: Sara’s Canva Trick
Sara had 132 thread colours to organise for her first full coverage cross stitch. Here’s how she used Canva to set up floss cards she can actually read. Read more >>>
Paint by Numbers Cross Stitch: Should you colour in your Aida before stitching?
Thinking about colouring your Aida before stitching? We asked 500 stitchers what they think, and explored the pros, cons and safer alternatives. Read more >>>
Too Many Cross Stitch WIPs? How to Manage Your Works in Progress
Too many cross stitch WIPs? How to track your works in progress, choose what to stitch tonight, and get stalled projects moving again. Read more >>>
Colour Order or Number Order: How to Organise Your Embroidery Floss
Somewhere around the thirty-skein mark, you realise you’re spending your precious stitching time scratching through your pile of embroidery floss to find the colour you need. The shoebox has become… Read more >>>
9 Ways to Spot a Fake Cross Stitch Pattern (AI Giveaways)
Some gorgeous patterns are fake, AI-generated and miserable to stitch. 9 ways to spot a fake cross stitch pattern before you buy, plus a free checklist. Read more >>>
Aida Cloth Beginner’s Guide for Cross Stitch
Everything you need to know about Aida cloth: what it is, what the counts mean, which colour to choose, and how to pick the right one for your cross stitch… Read more >>>
Why Cross Stitch for Relaxation Actually Works (Especially Right Now)
Cross stitch for relaxation beats scrolling every time. Here’s why it works, what the science says, and how to start tonight with what you’ve already got. Read more >>>
Embroidery floss alternatives to DMC
DMC floss can be expensive. If that’s making you think twice about your next project, here’s a look at three alternatives that could save you a decent amount and still… Read more >>>
Storing and organizing cross stitch patterns
Organizing cross stitch patterns doesn’t have to be complicated. One folder, one habit, and you’ll always know where your PDFs are. Read more >>>
Get Your Free Cross Stitch Planning Starter Pack
✔️ Printable Aida ruler guide to identify your fabric count fast
✔️ Printable Cross Stitch Planning paper to map lettering and layouts in pencil first!
We share helpful tips, personal stories, and inspiration that keeps us all stitching.
