Cross Stitch Patterns to Show You’re Thankful

The whole meaning of Thanksgiving is to say and show that we are grateful for the positive things and people we have in our lives, so it makes sense that a lot of Thanksgiving cross stitch patterns would center on this theme. If you’re looking for some new Thanksgiving decor, check out these sweet patterns.

If you want a slightly religious sentiment, this one from New England ArtsnCraft is a good one. It says give thanks in large block letters and “for family, friends and the Lord’s blessing” in back stitch. You could also leave that off if you want or if you don’t like backstitch, though there are other backstitched details here, too. This is a pattern that is shipped but it’s a lovely option if you like this style. The stitch count is 157 by 89, which comes out to 11.2 by 6.4 inches, or 28.5 by a little more than 16 cm on 14 count fabric. It uses 12 colors.

Luba Davies Atelier has this design, “tis the season to be thankful.” This one looks pretty easy and only uses eight colors. The design is 114 by 99 stitches, or 8.1 by 7.1 inches (20.68 by 17.97 cm) on 14 count fabric.

Add some cute pilgrims and classic quilt stars to your decor with this “we give thanks” pattern from Calico Confectionery. I love this one as a little pillow as show, but you could also frame it. This one also has a mini design with the same star design that you could make as a little pin cushion or stitch onto napkins for the holiday table. The main pattern is 90 by 88 stitches and is meant to be worked on 16 count Aida.

And of course you can go with the classic “thankful, grateful, blessed” with this rustic cross stitch pattern from The SubRosa Design. This is so pretty stitched on linen and looks like an instant heirloom. The stitch count is 80 by 130, which on the linen came out to about 10 by 16.5 cm, or 4 by 6.5 inches.

Mango Charm Studio doesn’t have a huge collection of cross stitch patterns in their Etsy shop, but at the risk of repeating their own descriptor, the designs they do have are charming, pretty and cute.

This shop has cross stitch patterns and bookmark designs, as well as a few laser designs you can use to cut your own signs. But that’s a different craft, so let’s focus on the cross stitch.

The bookmarks are the only section that is separated out, but there aren’t a lot of patterns to scroll through in their general cross stitch art category. You’ll find a lot of flowers, from marigold to lily of the valley, gladiolus to carnation.

It turns out these are all birth flowers, and there’s also a set of all 12 designs if you want to buy the bundle and stitch them up for everyone’s birthday.

When it comes to bundles, though, I can’t resist sharing the mini coastal cross stitch pattern bundle, both because this shop is based in Maine and that feels appropriate, and because there’s a big place in my heart for New England costal icons.

This set of nine designs includes a sand castle under an umbrella, a shell, sailboat, lobster, lighthouse, beach house, whale tail, blueberry plant and anchor.

The pieces range in size from 10 by 34 to 35 by 34 stitches, and in all only seven colors are used. These would all fit in 3 or 4 inch hoops if you want to make the whole set in little frames like they are shown.

In addition to flowers and coastal designs, you’ll also find Halloween cross stitch patterns (including a full set of ghosts and their hobbies, and a vintage fortune teller design), Mediterranean tile designs, little houses, fruits and black cats.

The bookmark section includes seasonal book stacks, flowers, a couple of geese and a best dad ever with mountain design.

It’s a small but sweet selection that you should check out at Mango Charm Studio on Etsy.

[Photo: Mango Charm Studio]

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