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Free embroidery designs and lessons for you to stitch
You will find many freebies for different types of hand embroidery scattered throughout this site and this index page shows you where to look. Have a peek at some of the freebies you can make with instructions from this site in the short video below.
Surface embroideryAlso called free style embroidery, this covers the non-counted forms of needlework. (Also see Redwork further down the page.)Cross stitchCounted cross stitch is simple but like anything new, clear instructions and tips can help you get started.
Learn how to cross stitch BlackworkIt is possible to create intricate patterns using a single colour of thread with these free embroidery designs for blackwork.
Free blackwork charts start with this sweet floral motif HardangerSumptuous white on white needlework from the fjords of Hardanger in Norway.
Lesson 1 in hardanger needlework - a pretty diamond shaped coaster WhiteworkFrom pulled work to delicate needlelace, whitework takes many forms.
Pulled work - learn two pulled stitches in this free embroidery design download RedworkA simple, relaxing form of surface embroidery worked in a single colour.Mother hen - free redwork embroidery patterns
NeedlepointAlso known as canvaswork or tapestry, needlepoint on canvas is a popular technique.
Free plastic canvas pattern for a poppy coaster
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Free blackwork pattern![]()
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