One reason we love cross stitch is because you can create something unexpected and non-traditional in such a traditional craft. A growing trend in the cross stitch world is creating funny, sassy cross stitch designs.
Ranging from quirky to vulgar to totally random, you can find all kinds of funny cross-stitch patterns today.
Photo via Craftsy member weelittlestitches
1. Pixel People: Star Wars A New Hope
Craftsy designer weelittlestitches provides cross stitch patterns for fans of popular fantasy, sci-fi and pop-culture characters. From Star Wars and Harry Potter to The Breakfast Club and Labrynith, there is a collection of cross stitch patterns for just about everyone.
Photo via Craftys member PDXstitch
2. I Lobe You Cross Stitch
Science nerds will get the brainy pun behind this fun cross-stitch pattern! The designer made it as a Valentine’s Day gift, but we could see it as a fun gift year-round.
Photo via Craftsy member The Stitcherati
4. Hokey Pokey Cross-Stitch
Typography is also a growing trend in cross-stitch, and we love seeing the hilarious, creative sayings embroiderers stitch up. This one is sure to make someone laugh!
Photo via Cratsy member NatisCrossStitch
5. Cross-Stitch Quote
Stitch a little wise — albeit silly — advice in the hoop! NatisCrossStitch’s pattern features a fun and trendy hand-lettering style.
Our favorite part about creative cross stitching is that you can create something truly personal for your loved ones, no matter what their interests may be.
I can't get any of these to work. What's going on with them? Thanks!
The "I Lobe You" Pattern also doesn't work
Do any of these patterns work? Cause the Star Wars one sure as heck doesn't....
I can recommend another site for alternative cross stitch charts: whatshesaidstitches.com Great quotes by sassy and strong women to stitch.