With cross stitch patterns and kits being expensive... and with many stitchers finding they often have about 10 times as many patterns already as they will be able to stitch in their lifetime, it makes sense to add to your pattern collection by using one of the many free cross stitch pattern resources online.

Christmas Cross Stitch Patterns
Our collection of free Christmas themed cross stitch patterns.

DMC
The most popular embroidery thread company offers many free patterns for cross stitchers, including seasonal and patriotic designs for beginners as well as experts.

Janlynn Corporation
Chances are good you own more than a few kits or patterns from this company.

Free Patterns Online
A series of free patterns including everything from seasonal to school logos.

CrossStitch.About.com
A library of free patterns available for non-commercial use.

Stitching the Night Away
Some small projects that are perfect for beginners.

These are a few resources to get your started. And for more member-submitted cross stitch patterns (or to submit your own) click here.