Discover the joy of cross stitching with our curated selection of free African American cross stitch patterns. These beautifully intricate designs are perfect for cross stitchers of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Featuring cross stitch designs across an array of styles and subjects, the only difficulty is which one to choose next.
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Featured Patterns
Angel of the Savanna
This angel of the savanna is dressed in traditional tribal clothing and surrounded by the wild animals of Africa. She stands proud and tall, holding a lion cub inspiring bravery and beauty. For a truly grand gift, consider pairing with the other angels in this collection.
- Stitch count: 189w X 213h
- Model stitched on 28 Ct. Rainforest evenweave by Polstitches (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 Braid, and Mill Hill beads.
African Savanna Elephant
This fun pattern by Lindy Stitches features a majestic African Savanna Elephant surrounded by African themed flora.
- The model was stitched on 32 ct. Silver Moon by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads.
Rosena Disery's Sampler
Rosena Disery stitched her sampler in 1820 at the New York African Free School. It is one of a few samplers known to have been stitched by a Black girl and one of only two from this school. This pattern was created with permission of the New York Historical Society, which...
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Quiet by Lindy Stitches
Note from the designer: Two years in the making but Quiet is here for her debut. Pattern only.
- Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Caron Wildflowers, Dinky Dyes Silk, Needlepoint Inc Silk, Gloriana Silk, Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasure Braid, Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame Braid.
- Also required but not listed above Delica Beads, Delica Bugle Beads, and Swarovski Crystals.
| Pattern Name | Designer | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Angel of the Savanna | Unknown | Tribal clothing, wild animals, lion cub |
| African Savanna Elephant | Lindy Stitches | Majestic elephant, African flora |
| Rosena Disery's Sampler | Rosena Disery | Historical sampler from 1820 |
| Quiet | Lindy Stitches | Intricate details, beads, and crystals |
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Alchemy - Dames of the Needle. Stitch count is 185 x 154.
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