Get Started Stitching Blackwork with These Free Designs

I was looking around for some new free cross-stitch patterns to share and I came across these great free blackwork designs from Peppermint Purple.

Blackwork isn’t exactly cross-stitch, but it uses the same tools and some of the same stitches, so if you like cross-stitch you might like trying blackwork, too.

At Peppermint Purple you will find patterns for an awareness ribbon, some patterned designs that look like quilt blocks, flowers and my favorite, these kissing fish. Note that the patterns are free but you do have to go through a checkout process to download.

Have you ever done blackwork? I’d love to hear about your experience.

[Photo: Peppermint Purple.]

Extravagent Blackwork Motif – With its intricate interplay of geometric shapes and delicate details, this design truly embodies the artistry of blackwork embroidery. Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or a beginner looking for a challenge, this motif will push your skills to new heights and leave you with a remarkable masterpiece. Get ready to embark on a stitching adventure that combines tradition and beauty with this extraordinary blackwork motif.

Elegant Blackwork Pattern – Unleash your creativity and indulge in the timeless allure of blackwork embroidery with this elegant pattern. Featuring graceful lines, flowing motifs, and a sense of refined simplicity, this design captures the essence of classic blackwork. Whether you envision it adorning a delicate handkerchief or as a centerpiece in a larger project, this elegant pattern is sure to inspire you. Discover the joy of stitching as you bring this sophisticated blackwork design to life, and let your needlework showcase your impeccable taste.

Log Cabin Blackwork – Inspired by the traditional quilting technique, this blackwork pattern offers a contemporary twist on a beloved motif. Immerse yourself in the rhythmic repetition of shapes and lines as you create a mesmerizing optical illusion that pays homage to the classic log cabin design. Whether you’re a fan of traditional or modern styles, this unique blackwork pattern is bound to leave a lasting impression with its captivating blend of tradition and innovation

Imaginesque Blackwork Pattern – Prepare to embark on a journey of imagination and creativity with this enchanting blackwork pattern. Combining whimsical motifs, intricate details, and a touch of magic, this design invites you to let your needle be your wand. Whether you’re stitching a mystical creature or a fantastical landscape, this Imaginesque blackwork pattern will transport you to a world of dreams and possibilities. Let your imagination run wild as you bring this captivating design to life, and watch as your needlework becomes a portal to a realm of wonder.

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Tools for Adding Beads to Cross Stitch

Last fall I came across this cross stitch pattern for a sea turtle and I talked myself out of sharing it right away because tropical animals don’t feel like a “fall” thing, but now that it’s summer again, let’s take a look at some cross stitch patterns for creatures that live in or around the sea.

This sea turtle design from Witch Wolf Web Creations is literally just a chart with no grid to help you count stitches or suggested colors, but I would print it out and add a grid to make it easier to stitch. You can work it in many colors as shown, or there’s also a black and white version so you could just do it in a single color.

Stitch up some fish or a seahorse with this bundle of four tropical fish cross stitch patterns from LaSelva Design. It includes a clownfish, seahorse, moorish idol and blue tang, all of which vary in size and colors used, but they’re all really cute.

Or you can stitch a tank’s worth of tropical fish with this project from SamXstitch. There are 22 fish in all on this project, which measures 153 by 153 stitches. On 14 count fabric that’s 10.93 inches or 27.75 cm. It uses 15 colors.

I also love the jewel-toned fishies on this project from Velvet Pony Design. This one has seven fish and a seahorse and measures 113 by 140 stitches. That’s just over 8 by 10 inches or 20.5 by 25.4 cm on 14 count fabric, though you can make it smaller with a higher fabric count. It calls for 24 colors.

This vintage design from Past Pattern Palooza Co has a whole school of little fish. The design is 120 by 260 stitches and uses 30 colors. It measures 8.57 by 18.57 inches (21.7 by 47.2 cm) on 14 count fabric. The pattern notes say there are 69 designs in total, an individual fish range from 1.5 to 3 inches, or 4.5 to 8 cm.

You can stitch up a whole tropical world complete with coral using this design from Easy Stitching Outlet (though I don’t think this one is particularly easy). At 219 by 95 stitches, on 14 count fabric it will come out to 15.6 by 6.8 inches, or 39.73 by 17.24 cm.

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