France Cross Stitch Patterns

She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.

Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h

In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered by... Read more about Lea Letourneur 1894 - Cross Stitch Pattern

15 patterns with a French flair.
"Ma Chere Louise" stitched on 32 count Oaken by Picture This Plususing Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count 135w x 130h.

Mon Petit Examplair" stitched on 32 count Legacy by Picture This Plus using Classic Color Works and Silk 'N Colors. Stitch... Read more about Ooh La La - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from Pigeon Coop features three french hens!

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 63 x 67. Finished size is 4.5" x 4.79".

Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash Primitives featuring a little needle book with a cute farm chicken!

Stitched on 36 count fabric using Weeks Dye Works threads and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 64 x 46. Finished size is 5.5 x 3.

Part 2 of Shannon Christine Design's Christmas Club series featuring a three French hens and four Calling birds.

Model stitched on 14 ct. fabric using DMC thread. Stitch count is 54 x 54.

The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 151x107. Shown embellished with buttons.

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 207x63. Design Size: 13" x 4".

Note: The fabric size listed is with a 2-inch border.

Cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs featuring a French Country style turkey!

Model is stitched on fabric of your choice using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss with DMC conversion and Gentle Arts conversion. Stitch count is 46 X 74 Finished size 2.88 in wide X 4.63 in high.

This leaflet includes designs for Germany, France and Ireland.

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is approx. 30w x 69h each. Finished size is approx. 2.1" x 4.9" each.

Four French Cats is a whimsical biscornu cross stitch design featuring four delightfully expressive cats, playful numbers, and romantic floral accents inspired by classic French style. Each side of the biscornu tells its own little story, coming together in a beautifully textured, heirloom-style... Read more about Four French Cats - Cross Stitch Pattern

Here we find an alphabet intertwined with irises, religious symbols with singular shapes, and a border of stylized roses that seems to whisper the elegance of days gone by.

Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 400 x 411 and the finished size is 20" x 20.55".

To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.

Model... Read more about Up in the Cherry Boughs - Cross Stitch Pattern

Previously an exclusive for Expo some years ago, I've had so many requests to re-release this little pin-pillow featuring a quote from French writer Collette. It's also very easy to customise to your cat's colour.

Model stitched on 37-ct "Corn Tassel" by Legacy Linen... Read more about No Ordinary Cats - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern

From the French Country Collection. A beautiful Christmas stocking composed of an alphabet and Christmas motifs. A full alphabet is provided so you can replace the word Noel with a name.

Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Light Mocha Lugana using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, or DMC floss.... Read more about French Country Stocking - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Here's a cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a charming vintage French pincushion! The pattern is designed to be stitched on 40-count Silver Moon fabric using DMC threads. The stitch count is 56 x 56, and the finished size for 20-count fabric will be approximately 2.8 x 2.8 inches.... Read more about Vintage Paris Pin Cushion - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a city celebrating the 14th of July for France!

Model stitched on 32 ct Natural Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 237 x 267.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Betises de Chats" (Cat Whimsy), with six cats playing and making a messmore!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 185 x 185.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Dirty Cashel Linen over 2 threads with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 130W x 167H. Finished size: 9.3 x 12.

A delicate rosette with touches of antique blue and garnet red, inspired by the refined porcelains of the Court of Versailles.

Model is stitched on 14ct Antique White Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger floss with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 71 x 71. finished size is 5.07 in wide X 5.07 in high.

Following Le Panier de Mathilde, Maison Choisel continues to offer designs inspired by the rich world of the Biedermeier period. We are pleased to present Fleurs de Paris: a vibrant, colour-rich design with a moderate, accessible size.

Model is stitched on 40ct fabric linen of your choice... Read more about Fleurs de Paris - Cross Stitch Pattern

In 1892, the young stitcher Josephine poured all her patience into creating her large sampler. Garlands of roses, delicate bouquets, singing birds- a whole garden seems to bloom beneath her stitches, vibrant with tenderness and color. Her work, offered to her parents, carries a touching tribute- and... Read more about Josephine Merle 1892 - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

Add a touch of Parisian elegance to your holiday stitching with this sophisticated and stylish take on the classic Nutcracker! The Parisian Nutcracker blends timeless Christmas charm with a refined, French-inspired color palette featuring teals, golds, and soft accents that make this piece shine... Read more about Parisian Nutcracker - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

"Bombe Surprise" is a French expression, and one which certainly doesn't call for an interpreter to translate - "The Surprise Bomb".

It's a decadent, luxuriously self-indulgent desert which first put in an appearance in the 1880's. Quite simply, ice cream is... Read more about Bombe Suprise - Cross Stitch Pattern

The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.

There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more about French Baby Samplers - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Lilli Violette featuring Mrs. Lole's Farm!

Stitched on 36 ct. vintage country mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 209w x 247h. Finished size is 11.61" x 13.72".

Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Polka dot linen by Fabric Flair or over one on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast linen. Either are stitched using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts Sampler threads. Stitch count 53x107. Finished size: 10 x 13 (over 1) and 8 x 8 (over 2).

Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely French home on the river!

Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 114w x 103h. Finished size is 5.7" x 5.15".

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a French dachshund!

Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 70 x 47. Finished size: 5.00" x 3.36".

This design by JBW Designs features the coolest giraffe you've ever seen riding a wagon!

Model stitched on 32ct Princess Buttercup Lugana Linen or 32ct Cream Belfast Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 67w x 78h. Finished size: 4.18 x 4.9 (over 2) and 2.09 x 2.4 (over 1).

Note: Fabric suggestion listed is for over 1 thread

Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a baggage tag to take on your trip to Paris and a baggage tag that says "I heart travel" with an airplane!

Model stitched on 14 Ct. Sky Blue Aida with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 34 x 31. Finished size: 2.43" x 2.21". Luggage tags not included.

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a cardinal with a french horn and the word "December"!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Belfast linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 93 x 117. Finished size is 5.8" x 7.3".

This cross stitch pattern is worked in one color and features a lacy border, two swans at the top and a vase with flowers in the center.

Pattern is stitched on 36ct Ancient Blue Linen using Au Ver a Soie Soie de Paris, or Soie d'Alger thread (listed). Stitch count: 257 x 349. Finished size is 14.3" x 19.4".

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 145W x 55H. Design Size: 9" x 3"

Stitched on a 28 count Graziano Linen Milan White done over 2 threads with stitch count of 69x62. Or the stitch count is 65x62 on a 28 count Antique White Cashel Linen done over 1. Stitched with Weeks Dye Works floss. Finished size: 4.92 x 4.43 (over 2) and 2.32 x 2.21 (over 1).

"Sorciere"

Model stitched on 28 ct. Antique Ivory Cashel linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count: 85W x 74H. Finished size: 6.07 x 5.2.

Model stitched on either 32 count over two threads or 28 count over one with Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Arts, or Classic Colorworks threads, Stitch Count: 58 x 68.

Finished sizes:
32 count:
3.7 x 4.25 with wording (over two)
3 x 3.6 without wording (over two)
28 count: 1.71 x 1.78 without lettering (over one)

Pattern by Filigram featuring a rose design with beautiful stitched flowers.

Model stitched on Cobblestone, Light Blue, or Dark undyed fabric of your choice with Gentle Art Sampler Threads or Gentle Arts Simply Wool threads. Stitch Count: 113W x 112H and the finished size is 8.07" x 8" on 28 ct. linen.

Model stitched on your choice of natural color fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 161x192. Charm Included.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Nuit de Noel" (Christmas Night) with Santa Claus, gifts and presents, Christmas ornaments, European village, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 200 x 197.

Model stitched on 18 Ct. Fiddler's Cloth in Lite Oatmeal with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 111W x 104H. Color chart. Shown finished in a 10" hoop. Includes a diagram of the buildings and landmarks featured.

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. White using Dinky Dyes Silk. Stitch Count: 168x168. Design Size: 11" x 11"

Model stitched on 28ct. Natural Linen with Week Dye Works Thread. Stitch count is 55W X 59H. Finished size: 3.8 x 4.

Model stitched on #29 Natural Glenshee linen using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 51w x 70h. Finished size: 3 1/2 x 4.82. Mounted on a pre-finished pillow by JBW designs.

Model stitched on 28 ct. Linen. Models stitched using Weeks Dye Works (choose one of the three options, DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 49 x 84 and the finished size is 3.38" x 5.79".

Model stitched on 28 Ct. China Pearl linen or 14 Ct. China Pearl Aida with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Mill Hill Beads, and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 60W X 109H. Finished Size: 4.3W x 7.8H

Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.

Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more about Simone's Basket - Cross Stitch Pattern