Free Cross Stitch Patterns Are The Way To Go.

By: John Wigham

Ever fancied trying a new craft and bought the essential equipment only to discover that you didn't enjoy it? I know I have, and my cupboard bears expensive proof of all the projects that I felt would be just right, but for one reason or another never got finished. If you are keen to have a go at cross stitch, why not try something different this time? I'll show you where you can find free cross stitch patterns to save yourself some money.

Finding instructions for learning to cross stitch is as easy as going to your local public library. However, many of the books at the library may be older, and the patterns might not appeal to you. That doesn't mean that the books don't have value. They can provide the instruction you need, even if you wouldn't complete one of the projects.

Check when the books were published, older books may help you learn the techniques but any patterns included may be out of date and not suitable for modern day projects. Over time different embroidery techniques have passed in and out of fashion, generally it seems, coming back into favour after a gap of around thirty years. Although samplers from Victorian times and before included cross stitch, it has only been used in its modern form since the 1980's.

Most librarys also have a magazine section you can peruse for recent issues. The patterns in these may be more to your taste. You can often purchase the back issues for a nominal fee, or photocopy any pattern that catches your eye.

If you've still not found any free cross stitch patterns that shout "Stitch me?" Let's try your local needlework or craft store next. Whether you find free cross stitch leaflets or not, pick up some fabric, threads and needles as there is still somewhere else you can try.

There is little doubt, however, that the best place to look for cross stitch patterns (especially the freebies) is the internet. Just search "free cross stitch patterns" and you will find enough patterns that more than a few are sure to make you fall in love. Even if you start your search with no idea of what you want, you can find free cross stitch patterns on the internet with just about any theme you like.

I believe free cross stitch patterns should come with a government health warning! Please do not blame me if once you've tried counted cross stitch you find yourself addicted.

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John Wigham is an experienced author and co-founder of Patterns Patch cross stitch forums. An online cross stitch club whose subscribers get free: patterns, articles and tutorials. Visit our lively => cross stitch blogs for more details.

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