Beginner Friendly Designs

Beginner Friendly Cross Stitch Designs

Start your embroidery journey with our beginner friendly cross stitch designs created especially for new stitchers and relaxing creative projects. This collection features easy counted cross stitch patterns designed with simple stitching techniques, clear instructions, and balanced color palettes that make learning cross stitch enjoyable and stress-free.

These modern embroidery patterns focus on approachable designs that allow beginners to build confidence while creating beautiful handmade pieces. Whether you are learning cross stitch for the first time or looking for a relaxing small project, these patterns offer the perfect introduction to counted embroidery.

 Perfect for:

  • First-time cross stitch beginners

  • Easy and relaxing stitching projects

  • Small creative embroidery designs

  • Handmade gifts and decorative projects

All patterns are available as instant digital downloads and include detailed charts, color guides, and step-by-step instructions so you can start stitching immediately.

Explore easy cross stitch patterns, beginner embroidery designs, and simple counted cross stitch projects created to make stitching fun, calming, and inspiring.

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from 85 reviews
bird

Excellent pattern and stunning design!

Emily
Quetzal Bird Guatemala Cross Stitch Pattern PDF
Quetzal Bird Guatemala Cross Stitch Pattern PDF
Cardinal

I created this for a family member and finished it this morning! Loved the progress and color blend for this one.

Amanda
Cross Stitch Pattern Cardinal Bird PDF – Colorful Red Cardinal Embroidery Design for Nature Lovers
Cross Stitch Pattern Cardinal Bird PDF – Colorful Red Cardinal Embroidery Design for Nature Lovers
Really pretty

Good clear chart

Shannon Fisher
Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Colorful Folk Lotus – Symbolic Floral Embroidery Design
Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Colorful Folk Lotus – Symbolic Floral Embroidery Design
Soft and lovely

I absolutely love stitching the Pink Poppies design. The chart is super clean and easy to follow, and the colors look even better in real life. It is relaxing to work, gorgeous... Highly recommend!

Daniela
Cross Stitch Pattern Pink Poppies PDF – Floral Embroidery Design for Wall Art, Modern Flower Needlework
Cross Stitch Pattern Pink Poppies PDF – Floral Embroidery Design for Wall Art, Modern Flower Needlework
Just what I was looking for

Amazing pattern, and so lovely finish.

Jannet
Counted Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Time for Christmas Magic Wall Hang Clock Decor
Counted Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Time for Christmas Magic Wall Hang Clock Decor
My best stitch

This Cardinal bird is the best I found as a design. Thanks for making it. It's so beautiful I don't have words.

Anabel
Cross Stitch Pattern Cardinal Bird PDF – Colorful Red Cardinal Embroidery Design for Nature Lovers
Cross Stitch Pattern Cardinal Bird PDF – Colorful Red Cardinal Embroidery Design for Nature Lovers

Sun and Moon Unique Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Download

Ollivia
Cross Stitch Pattern Sun and Moon Folk Art PDF – Celestial Embroidery Design for Wall Decor
Cross Stitch Pattern Sun and Moon Folk Art PDF – Celestial Embroidery Design for Wall Decor
love it

Thank you, I like the colors, they are so vibrant. Amazing design!

Alison
Cross Stitch Pattern Sun and Moon Folk Art PDF – Celestial Embroidery Design for Wall Decor
Cross Stitch Pattern Sun and Moon Folk Art PDF – Celestial Embroidery Design for Wall Decor
Bison

Absolutely gorgeous. Been working on it like crazy. It is so, so beautiful and is a delight to stitch. Glad to see romanian motifs in the limelight

RIA
The Moldavian Bison cross stitch pattern PDF
The Moldavian Bison cross stitch pattern PDF
Iris pattern

Very nice pattern. Turned out great

Shannon Wells
Cross Stitch Pattern Purple Blue Iris PDF – Elegant Floral Embroidery Design | Instant Download
Cross Stitch Pattern Purple Blue Iris PDF – Elegant Floral Embroidery Design | Instant Download
Lila Iris

Pattern is beautiful and instructions are very clear. I can't wait to stitch this!

Debbie
Cross Stitch Pattern Purple Blue Iris PDF – Elegant Floral Embroidery Design | Instant Download
Cross Stitch Pattern Purple Blue Iris PDF – Elegant Floral Embroidery Design | Instant Download
Stunning

Very nice pattern. Turned out great!

Shannon
Purple-blue Iris Counted Cross Stitch Kit Set
Purple-blue Iris Counted Cross Stitch Kit Set
love the realistic touch

I recently completed the Realistic Green Chameleon Cross Stitch Pattern and couldn't be happier with the results. The intricate design captured the chameleon's vibrant colors and detailed texture beautifully. The pattern was easy to follow, with clear instructions and well-organized charts. It was a joy to watch the lifelike chameleon come to life with each stitch. This project added a stunning piece of art to my collection and provided hours of enjoyable stitching. Highly recommend this pattern to anyone looking for a unique and rewarding cross-stitch experience!

Anna
Realistic chameleon Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Download
Realistic chameleon Cross Stitch Pattern PDF Download
Love it!

I make this pattern now and I have joy stitching this sampler. Recommend it 100%. thank you!

Dona
Sweet cherry cross stitch pattern PDF. Modern Counted cross stitch Fruits Sampler
Sweet cherry cross stitch pattern PDF. Modern Counted cross stitch Fruits Sampler
like it

I want to stitch this on a denim, hope to make it till next year.

Kasrtefg34
Colorado Potato Bug Insect Counted Cross Stitch Kit
Colorado Potato Bug Insect Counted Cross Stitch Kit