10 Free Thanksgiving Counted Cross Stitch Patterns

I have compiled a list of 10 free Thanksgiving inspired cross stitch patterns that range from very simple, for beginners to very difficult, for advanced level.

Cross stitch is an easy way to make wonderful way to make beautiful presents, cards or bookmarks. Once the art of cross stitching is learned, then deciding on the actual project becomes the most difficult part! There are two main ways to cross stitch; counted and non-counted. Sounds simple, right? Well, even for the most seasoned of cross stitchers, some patterns are frustrating. I have compiled a list of 10 free Thanksgiving inspired cross stitch patterns that range from very simple, for beginners to very difficult, for advanced level. Peruse my list and find one that best fits your level of expertise, or just one that you think would be fun to do. The following patterns are all counted cross stitch.

This is a cute, simple one of a turkey. (Click here.) It is a very simple turkey with a color key below. It is very traditional, but for a kick, you can always changes the colors to fit your décor or even your mood.

Since November is the time of the year that we celebrate Thanksgiving, why not have a pattern for it as well? Click here for a .pdf of a very nice rendition of the month's name along with some ears of corn and other symbols of the season. This pattern comes with a key and full instructions printed below the pattern. If you would like to see it prior to download, click here for a color picture.

"Be Thankful" is the next free cross stitch pattern for download. It, too, is a .pdf file. This one is not a simple one, nor is it an advanced. I would say it is a middle of the road. Click here to view it, and click here to get the pattern.

If you like pumpkins as much as I do, then this next one is for you. I liked it so much, I saved it for myself! Click here to see a picture of it, and click here to get the .pdf of it. It appears to be a more complex one, so if you have a bit more expertise, then this one might be fun. If you are still a novice, as I am, it may seem challenging, but I am willing to trudge through... are you?

For all the people who have now seen this wonderful craft called cross stitch and want to try it, but are concerned about the skill level, I have found one that will fit you! It is a simple yet festive cross stitch pattern that you can spend your time enjoying and not frustrating yourself over. Click here for a picture of it, and click here for the pattern. It is a nice picture with "Fall into Autumn" written across it, with some leaves and acorns, too.

Another simple one with words instead of complicated detail work is this one. It says, "Autumn Treasures" and would look good as a small wall hanging or even a pillow for Thanksgiving guests to marvel over. Click here for a picture and click here for the .pdf pattern.

This next one is a simple little turkey that your kids might like to do. Click here to visit the site and view the picture of the finished product along with the pattern, too. It is a small project and can even be done one plastic mesh for the kids. (The plastic mesh is firmer and will make it less frustrating for the kids, or even adults! I use them sometimes, too!)

Have you ever seen a turkey dressed like a sheep? Click here and you will not only see it, but also a detailed pattern to cross stitch it! It is a simple one, but very amusing!

"Give Thanks" is another good one for kids to try. Click here to view the instructions for this counted cross stitch. It is a simple project and should be a lot of fun to do. You can go by the color chart, or have the kids pick their own colors and make it their own!

This last one is all about home. Home Sweet Home. Click here to view the instructions, but to make this one special for Thanksgiving, I recommend changing the blues and pinks to browns, oranges and yellows. I might just try this one, too. I really like the house!