Top Free Cross Stitch Sites
- A list of sites that offer a minimum of four free cross stitch patterns.
- http://artofstitching.top-site-list.com/
The Cross-Stitch-Directory
- Resource site with links to cross stitch related sites and free charts on the web.
- http://www.cross-stitch-directory.com
Cross Stitch Forum
- A free forum to discuss matters related to cross stitching.
- http://www.crossstitchforum.com
Sue's Cross Stitch Freebie Finder
- Extensive list of free cross stitch resources online.
- http://homepage.powerup.com.au/~sheal/freebies.htm
Purple Cross Stitch
- Message board, chat rooms, hints and tips, links, and postcards.
- http://www.purplexstitch.co.uk/
CyberStitchers.com
- Online community of cross stitchers, each has their own free gallery to display cross-stitch projects. Also, provides free patterns in the Pattern Library.
- http://www.cyberstitchers.com/
Lakeside Linens and Designs
- Hand-dyed color fast linen for cross stitch. Includes color swatches and original designs.
- http://www.lakesidelinens.com/
Operation Teddy Bear
- Fundraising for children with cancer through cross stitch and quilting. Tips for beginners, free patterns, links to relevant sites.
- http://www.operationteddybear.ca/
Zweigart Fabrics
- Manufacturer of cross stitch fabrics and needlepoint canvas. Includes tips, news, and events.
- http://www.zweigart.com/
Cross Stitch Heaven
- Links, an events calendar, a club for exchanges, and projects.
- http://www.bobpickett.co.uk/xshvn
Free Patterns Online
- Cross stitch resources include a monthly newsletter, links, tools, message board, and free patterns.
- http://www.freepatternsonline.com/
Cross Stitch Corner
- Offers information for craftsmen including bulletin boards, group projects, listings of designer's sites, and helpful hints.
- http://www.crossstitchcorner.com/
The Cross Stitch Exchange
- Offers hints and tips, sampler sayings, swaps board, penpals.
- http://members.tripod.com/crossstitch2001/
CameoRoze's Stitcher's Studio
- Features a wealth of cross stitch information including tips, articles, book reviews, state-by-state guide to American shops, designer biographies, and stitchery news.
- http://www.cameoroze.com/
Cross Stitch at About.com
- Offers features, patterns and links for cross stitching.
- http://crossstitch.about.com/
Samplers Collection at Victoriana
- A collection of eight 19th century samplers originally embroidered by Elizabeth E. Jacobs from Long Stowe, England.
- http://www.victoriana.com/archive/jacobs.html
Cross-stitching.com
- Free resources include stitching techniques, chat rooms, accessory sources, and some project charts.
- http://www.cross-stitching.com/
Cross Stitch Pals
- Offers friendship exchange, secret pals, chats, bulletin boards, and an annual convention. Stitches for charity.
- http://www.crossstitchpals.com/
From My Heart
- Cross stitch links, crochet, crafts, and original free patterns.
- http://westwood.fortunecity.com/millen/681/index.html
X-stitch Yellow Pages
- Directory of appropriate online resources. Site available in English, French and Spanish.
- http://www.xsyp.com/
Through Ireland's Eye
- Irish cross stitch site includes resources, free designs and stitching pen pals.
- http://www.iol.ie/~patric/
The Victoria Sampler
- Features original needlework designs by Canadian designer Thea Dueck, the Beyond Cross Stitch Club and free patterns.
- http://www.victoriasampler.com/
Find Stitch
- Resource for links and cross stitch books, magazines and software.
- http://www.findstitch.com/