Sometimes you just don’t like working on a cross stitch pattern, or maybe you want to design a pattern of your own. So we’ve combined over 50 free cross stitch fonts and alphabets for you to download and use for free. Patterns increase in size as they go down the page. Just click the image to get a higher resolution version.
Most include upper case, lower case and numbers.
These alphabet patterns are provided for free private use. They can be used for any private pattern, however if you wish to use in a commercial setting, please contact me to ask permission (they’re free for commercial use too).
You can get the below fonts for use in WinStitch/MacStitch now!
Free Cross Stitch Alphabet Patterns By Size
5 stitches high
6 stitches high
7 stitches high
8 stitches high
9 stitches high
10 stitches high
11 stitches high
12 stitches high
15 stitches high
16 stitches high
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these cross stitch alphabets really free?
Yes. Every alphabet on this page is free to download and use. The only paid option is if you want the fonts installed directly into WinStitch or MacStitch for use in their pattern generator, that’s a separate, optional purchase and isn’t required to use the alphabets themselves.
Can I use these alphabet patterns for commercial projects?
Yes, they’re free for commercial use too. The only ask is that you get in touch first if you plan to sell items or patterns that use them, just so I know how they’re being used.
Did you design all of these alphabets yourself?
Yes, all 53 alphabets were designed here at Lord Libidan specifically for cross stitch, which is why they’re already gridded and ready to stitch rather than adapted from a regular font.
Can I get these fonts inside WinStitch or MacStitch?
Yes, the fonts are available as an add-on for WinStitch and MacStitch, so you can type directly into your pattern software instead of copying stitches by hand from the images below.
These alphabet patterns are provided for free and are under a creative commons BY-NC-SA copyright.
Want to design a full pattern rather than just lettering? Take a look at our guide to the best cross stitch pattern software.
Happy stitching,
Lord Libidan
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I was looking for an alphabet that was about 8 or 9 stitches high. This set is wonderful! Thank you so much for offering it without charge here.
Thank you for these free alphabets. They will come in handy.
How can I download the alphabet patterns please?
You should be able to click the alphabet you want, and it should open a larger version for you. You can then right click and save the image.
If you wanted to download the patterns onto WinStitch/MacStitch you need to purchase this from their website.
What a wonderful resource! I appreciate it greatly!
Thank you – these are wonderful – May I ask how to download them please?
I’m wondering the same thing.