Free Christmas cross stitch patterns
22 original Christmas and winter patterns to print: ornaments, a mini stocking, a reindeer, a wreath, snowflakes and more. Each free PDF has a DMC color key, skein amounts and finished sizes.
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Sizes at a glance
Sorted from the quickest to stitch. The finished size is for 14-count Aida, the usual fabric for ornaments; each pattern page also lists 11, 16 and 18 count.
| Pattern | Stitches | Colors | On 14-count | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candy Cane | 20 × 36 | 3 | 1.4 × 2.6 in | Easy |
| Gingerbread Man | 27 × 34 | 5 | 1.9 × 2.4 in | Easy |
| Christmas Ornament | 27 × 34 | 6 | 1.9 × 2.4 in | Intermediate |
| Snowflake | 33 × 33 | 3 | 2.4 × 2.4 in | Beginner |
| Christmas Reindeer | 30 × 40 | 9 | 2.1 × 2.9 in | Easy |
| Nutcracker | 20 × 62 | 8 | 1.4 × 4.4 in | Easy |
| Christmas Tree | 30 × 42 | 9 | 2.1 × 3.0 in | Easy |
| Christmas Gnome | 28 × 48 | 10 | 2.0 × 3.4 in | Easy |
| Winter Mittens | 40 × 34 | 5 | 2.9 × 2.4 in | Easy |
| Hot Cocoa | 34 × 44 | 6 | 2.4 × 3.1 in | Easy |
| Poinsettia | 42 × 39 | 7 | 3.0 × 2.8 in | Intermediate |
| Snowman | 34 × 50 | 8 | 2.4 × 3.6 in | Easy |
| Merry and Bright | 46 × 37 | 5 | 3.3 × 2.6 in | Easy |
| Christmas Angel | 38 × 45 | 9 | 2.7 × 3.2 in | Easy |
| Santa Claus | 36 × 48 | 9 | 2.6 × 3.4 in | Easy |
| Winter Cardinal | 46 × 40 | 9 | 3.3 × 2.9 in | Intermediate |
| Christmas Wreath | 40 × 48 | 6 | 2.9 × 3.4 in | Intermediate |
| Nativity Silhouette | 51 × 41 | 3 | 3.6 × 2.9 in | Easy |
| Christmas Village | 60 × 36 | 12 | 4.3 × 2.6 in | Intermediate |
| Mini Christmas Stocking | 40 × 58 | 6 | 2.9 × 4.1 in | Intermediate |
| Christmas Sampler | 53 × 55 | 4 | 3.8 × 3.9 in | Easy |
| Nordic Christmas Stocking | 57 × 105 | 6 | 4.1 × 7.5 in | Intermediate |
Turning a design into an ornament
- Stitch it on 14-count Aida, or on 16 or 18 count for a smaller ornament.
- Trim the fabric, leaving a margin of about half an inch around the design.
- Glue or stitch it onto a piece of felt and trim the felt to shape.
- Add a ribbon loop at the top. Plastic canvas also works and keeps its shape without a backing.
Questions
Are these Christmas patterns free?
Yes. Every pattern downloads as a PDF with no sign-up and no watermark. The site is paid for by ads.
Which fabric should I use for Christmas ornaments?
14-count Aida is the usual choice: the stitches are easy to count and a 30-stitch design comes out a little over 2 inches wide. Use 16 or 18 count for a smaller ornament.
Can I sell ornaments I stitch from these patterns?
You may sell a few finished pieces you stitched yourself. Please do not share or sell the chart files. See the terms.
Can I make a pattern from my own Christmas photo?
Yes. The free pattern maker turns any photo, like your pet in a Santa hat or your house in the snow, into a chart with DMC colors.
Stitch your own Christmas photo
Turn a holiday picture into a chart in a few seconds, with DMC colors and a printable PDF.
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