Cross Stitch
Free Quilting Pattern Downloads and Video Tutorials

Learn How to Cross Stitch with Shabby Fabrics

Shabby Fabrics loves to cross stitch! Whether you're picking up a needle for the first time or simply want to refresh your skills, our free How to Cross Stitch video tutorial walks you through everything you need to get started.

Learn about essential cross stitch supplies, including Aida cloth and linen, embroidery hoops, cross stitch needles, and embroidery floss. We'll show you how to read a cross stitch pattern, make beautiful cross stitches, and use simple techniques to create neat, even stitching.

One of the wonderful things about cross stitch is how easy it is to make it your own. Choose from different counts of Aida cloth or linen to achieve the look and finished size you want, then bring your project to life with beautiful embroidery floss from DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works.

Cross stitch is affordable, wonderfully portable, and creates beautiful handmade pieces you'll be proud to display or give as gifts. Once you learn the basics, a whole world of cross stitch patterns and projects opens up!

Explore our selection of cross stitch patterns, including embroidery floss, Aida cloth, hoops, needles, floss bobbins, floss storage containers, and more. Then watch our complete How to Cross Stitch tutorial and discover just how fun and easy it can be to start cross stitching.