The Best Horror Cross Stitch Patterns
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The Best Horror Cross Stitch Patterns

Are you strange and unusual? Then you will love these horror cross stitch patterns.

The Best Horror Cross Stitch Patterns
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“Here is wisdom. Let him that hath understanding count the number of the beast: for it is the number of a man; and his number is six hundred threescore and six.” - Revelation 13:18

I love horror movies. For as long as I can remember, I have watched them. I think it is funny when people talk about the age their parents started letting them watch scary movies. Um, we were always allowed to watch them. If you enjoy scary movies as much as I do, you will love the horror cross stitch patterns I have listed.



Below are 40 horror and monster cross stitch patterns. I have included free cross stitch patterns and paid patterns. There are easy cross stitch patterns for beginners as well as advanced patterns. I am positive, there is something that you will love to stitch.


1. PDF DOWNLOAD | JASON VOORHEES MASK | CROSS STITCH PATTERN | HORROR MOVIE SLASHER CLASSICS | FRIDAY THE 13TH | HALLOWEEN DECOR | SCARY

Here is an easy, beginner-friendly horror cross stitch pattern. If you are new to cross stitching and love the Friday the 13th movies, this is a great pattern. It only uses full cross stitches, 1 color of DMC floss, and 14 count Aida fabric.


Jason Vorhees Friday the 13th Horror Cross Stitch Patterns

2. DRACULA CASTLE CROSS STITCH PATTERN:

I love this horror cross stitch pattern. Whoever created this amazing design had to read the original Dracula by Bram Stoker.


The pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida fabric. It is 162 stitches wide x 175 stitches tall or 11.57 inches x 12.50 inches.


Bram Stokers Dracula Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

3. COUNTED CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FRANKENSTEIN, CLASSIC HORROR, MOVIE CREATURE, HALLOWEEN, HORROR CROSS STITCH, ZOMBIE, SPOOKY DIY CROSS STITCH

Are you a fan of the classic horror monsters? This is a very cool horror cross stitch pattern that features Frankenstein’s monster. This is not a pattern for those just learning how to cross stitch. It requires a lot of color changes. You can make this awesome monster cross stitch pattern on 16, 18, or 22 count Aida cloth. It uses 21 colors of DMC floss.


Frankensteins Monster Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

4. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - SCARY MOVIES - HORROR CROSS STITCH -PDF DOWNLOAD-PT-619

Instead of typing, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” This typewriter is creating the carpet pattern from the Overlook Hotel. Only your true Stephen King fans will know that this amazing horror cross stitch pattern is based on The Shining.


Stephen King The Shining Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

5. HORROR CROSS STITCH PATTERN - GOTHIC -SILHOUETTE-HALLOWEEN-NEEDLEPOINT KITS-EMBROIDERY-MODERN DECOR-HOLIDAY-PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD-EASY-PT-871

This would be a great piece to hang in a guest bedroom or bathroom. It will definitely creep out your visitors.


The horror cross stitch pattern uses 17 colors of DMC floss. You can stitch it on 14, 16, or 18 count Aida. It is 87 stitches wide x 167 stitches high.


If you would rather purchase a cross stitch kit, it is available HERE.


Gothic Horror Cross Stitch Patterns Monster looking thorugh keyhole

6. PENNYWISE - IT - CLOWN FACE - CROSS STITCH PATTERN

Here is another awesome Stephen King cross stitch pattern. This Pennywise cross stitch pattern would be super easy to make. Yet, it has a striking appearance. To complete this counted cross stitch pattern, you will need 10 colors of DMC floss. You can use 14, 18, or 22 count Aida fabric.


Stephen Kings It Pennywise Cross Stitch Pattern


7. PDF HALLOWEEN CROSS STITCH PATTERN, EDGAR POE EMBROIDERY DESIGN, EMBROIDERED HALLOWEEN DECOR, EDGAR ALLAN POE DECOR, DIY HALLOWEEN GIFT

Here is a spooky cross stitch pattern based on the one and only Edgar Allan Poe. This piece would make an incredible Halloween or library decoration. The monochromatic design can be stitched on 14, 16, or 18 count Aida fabric. It requires 7 colors of DMC floss.


Edgar Allan Poe Cross Stitch Pattern

8. BEETLEJUICE CROSS STITCH PATTERN, HALLOWEEN CROSS STITCH, MODERN CROSS STITCH PDF PATTERN, SPOOKY CROSS STITCH PATTERN, MOVIE PATTERN

I guess Beetlejuice is considered a horror movie. I never thought it was, but many people do. It doesn’t matter how you categorize the movie; this is a hysterical cross stitch pattern. Everybody needs a Handbook for the Recently Deceased in their library. Right? The finished horror cross stitch pattern measures 5.9 inches x 8.26 inches tall.


Beetlejuice Handbook for the Recently Deceased Cross Stitch Pattern

9. SKULL – PATTERN BY DMC

DMC has several cross stitch patterns free to download. If you are looking for a creepy skull, check out this one. And you cannot go wrong with the price. This is an intermediate level cross stitching pattern. It uses 5 colors of DMC floss.

DMC Cross Stitch Patterns Free Download Skull Horror

10. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - HORROR - OLD MOVIE - PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD-PT-758

Are you a fan of the Chucky franchise? If so, check out this awesome Child's Play horror cross stitch pattern. It uses 10 colors of DMC floss. I can be stitched on 14, 16, or 18 count Aida fabric. It is 117 stitches wide x 201 stitches high.


Good Guy Doll Chucky Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

11. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS -HORROR-PDF DOWNLOAD-PT-429

For those people that have never watched The Shining, they will think you have some strange hotel sign hanging on your wall. But true Stephen King fans will absolutely love it. This is an easy horror cross stitch pattern that only requires one color of DMC floss. You can use 14, 16, or 18 count Aida fabric.

Stephen King The Shining Overlook Hotel Cross Stitch Pattern

12. BIG HORROR SAMPLER CROSS STITCH PATTERN DMC CHART TWO COLOR VARIATIONS NEEDLEPOINT EMBROIDERY CHART PRINTABLE PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD

Here is a modern cross stitch pattern design that is so cute. This would be a fun pattern to complete. It features 8 characters: Ghostface, Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers, Pennywise, Jason Vorhees, Billy the Puppet, Chucky, and The Nun. It only requires 2 colors of DMC floss. The stich size is 245 wide x 309 high.


Collection of Horror Characters Cross Stitch Pattern




13. JEEPERS CREEPERS CROSS STITCH PATTERN- HORROR MOVIE CROSS STITCH- JEEPERS CREEPERS THE CREEPER CROSS STITCH - SCARY CROSS STITCH

This horror cross stitch pattern is amazing!!! Check out this Jeepers Creepers inspired design. The stitch count is 204 x 196. It is stitched on 14 count Aida and uses 20 colours of DMC thread.


Jeepers Creepers Monster Horror Movie Cross Stitch Pattern

14. THE SHINING JACK NICHOLSON COUNTED CROSS STITCH/ EMBROIDERY PATTERN PDF, HORRORCROSS STITCH, DR SLEEP CROSS STITCH, SPOOKY CROSS STITCH

We all know this classic horror movie scene from the Shining. If you are a fan of Jack Nicholson or Stephen King, then you need this hanging on your wall. It would look great in a home theater or a library. When completed, it will measure around 13.5 inches by 15 inches. It was designed to be stitched on any 14 count evenweave fabric.


Stephen King The Shining Horror Cross Stitch Pattern Jack Nicholson

15. VAMPIRE CROSS STITCH PATTERN PDF / HALLOWEEN DRACULA CROSS STITCH CHART / PRINTABLE CROSS STITCH EMBROIDERY DESIGN / PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD

If you are looking for a piece of artwork to hang in a library or home theater, check out this design. The Bram Stoker’s Dracula horror cross stitch pattern has a classy, elegant look that suits the movie’s timeframe perfectly. You can use either 14 or 16 count Aida fabric. There are 14 colors of DMC floss used.


Bram Stokers Dracula Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

16. BUCILLA: FREE HALLOWEEN CROSS STITCH PATTERN

Use this free horror cross stitch pattern to make a spooky haunted house. This is a quick pattern that would be a good choice for a beginner that knows backstitching.


Free Halloween Haunted House Cross Stitch Pattern

17. FREDDIE AND FRIENDS - PDF CROSS STITCH CHART / PATTERN ORIGINAL ARTWORK UNKNOWN

If you are an expert cross stitcher, this horror cross stitch pattern is for you. It features Freddy Krueger, Jason Vorhees, Ghostface, Chucky, Pinhead, and Michael Myers. This is an advanced level cross stitch pattern. Completed, it will measure 18.6” wide x 14.3” high.


Scary Monster Movie Characters Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

18. CROSS STITCH PATTERN KIDS NEEDLEPOINT DEMOGORGON CROSS STITCH PDF

If you are a hardcore fan of the Stranger Things series, you will love this horror cross stitch pattern. It is a fairly simple pattern that only uses full stitches.


Stranger Things Horror Cross Stitch Pattern


Halloween 3 Season of the Witch Face Mask Dolls

19. MOUTH OF A VAMPIRE GOTHIC CROSS STITCH PATTERN FOR BLACK FABRIC - EASY , MODERN

This is a pretty awesome vampire mouth horror cross stitch pattern. The pattern uses 15 colors of DMC floss and is stitched on 14 count Aida fabric. The completed pattern will measure 10.86” x 13”.


Mouth Vampire Fans Horror Cross Stitch Pattern Dracula

20. WEAPONS OF MANIACS CROSS STITCH PATTERN DMC NEEDLEPOINT EMBROIDERY CHART PRINTABLE PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD

The horror cross stitch pattern features Ghostface from Scream, Michael Myers from Halloween, Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th, and Chucky from Child's Play. These iconic figures of horror cinema will make for a spine-chilling addition to any cross-stitching project.


Horror Movie Characters Cross Stitch Patterns

21. UNIVERSAL MONSTERS BUNDLE / HORROR CROSS STITCH PATTERN / INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD, PDF PATTERN

This classic Universal Monsters horror cross stitch patterns set includes Dracula, Frankenstein’s Monster, Wolfman, The Invisible Man, Bride of Frankenstein, and the Creature from the Black Lagoon.


Universal Monsters Horror Cross Stitch Patterns

22. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - HORROR-PT-317

Here is a whimsical take on Ghostface from the Scream franchise. This is an easy horror cross stitch pattern that only uses 3 colors of DMC floss. You can stitch it on 10,12,14,16, or 18 count Aida fabric.


Scream Ghostface Horror Cross Stitch Pattern No You Hang Up First

23. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - HORROR-PT-317

If you enjoy the Friday the 13th movies, you will want to add this design to your collection. It would also be a great piece to decorate a travel trailer. This is an easy horror movie cross stitch pattern that only uses 2 colors of DMC floss.

Camp Crystal Lake Horror Cross Stitch Patterns

24. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - HORROR - OLD MOVIE - PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD-PT-845

This Friday the 13th horror cross stitch pattern would be a fun one to stitch up. It features the one and only Jason Vorhees. The horror pattern is stitched is 104 stitches wide x 201 stitches high. It uses 9 colors of DMC floss.


Friday the 13th Jason Vorhees Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

25. Spooky Owl Hanging

Using only black thread and cloth, you can create this spooky owl. It would be a great pattern for Halloween. This is one of many free cross stitch patterns that The World of Cross Stitching has given away over the years.

Owl Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern Free

26. THEY LIVE - HORROR CROSS STITCH PATTERN - HORROR ART - HORROR DECOR - FORMALDEHYDE FACE - JOHN CARPENTER - INSTANT DOWNLOAD

The Live was a great movie. And it still has relevance today. I think more now than ever before. As John Nada said, “Put the glasses on! Put them on!” And Rowdy Roddy Piper was perfect for the part. OK, now I want to watch the movie again. A


This They Live fan art horror movie cross stitch pattern inspired by John Carpenter’s masterpiece. It is stitched on 14 count Aida fabric. It requires 17 colors of DMC floss.


John Carpenter They Live Horror Movie Cross Stitch Pattern

27. THE STUFF HORROR MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN / DIGITAL PDF

I can’t get enough of The Stuff! This has to be one of my favorite B movies of all time. If you haven’t seen it, it is a must see. I’ll just warn you now, you will never look at yogurt or creamy desserts the same way ever again. But do not worry, as the designer states, this pattern is totally safe.


The Stuff Horror Movie Cross Stitch Pattern

28. HORROR MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN – HELLRAISER, PINHEAD, CUTE AND CREEPY HALLOWEEN PDF PATTERN

Who knew Pinhead could be so cute? This Hellraiser cross stitch pattern would be fun to stitch. And you can hang the finished design in your bedroom without being terrified of the monster. You can use 14, 16, or 18 count Aida fabric. It requires 9 different colors of DMC floss.


Hellraiser Pinhead Horror Movie Cross Stitch Pattern

29. JAWS POSTER - DON'T GO IN THE WATER - PDF CROSS STICH PATTERN - INSTANT DOWNLOAD

Are you a fam of the classic horror movies? If so, you will love this Jaws Movie Poster cross stitch pattern. The pattern is approximately 150 stitches wide x 200 stiches tall. Is uses 31 colors of DMC floss.


Jaws Movie Poster Shark Horror Cross Stitch Patterns



30. PENNYWISE AND GEORGIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN. SIMPLE DESIGN PDF DOWNLOAD. 8"X10".

Here is another amazing Pennywise cross stitch pattern. This one features the Stephen King IT movie title, the Pennywise face, and little Georgie Denbrough along with his red balloon. If you are looking for something to make for a fan of Stephen King, this horror cross stitch pattern will be a hit.


If you are looking for more Stephen King cross stitch patterns, click HERE.


Stephen King It Pennywise Cross Stitch Pattern

31. COUNTED CROSS STITCH PATTERN - THE WOLFMAN, CREATURE OF THE NIGHT, MODERN CROSS STITCH PATTERN, CLASSIC HORROR, HORROR CROSS STITCH

Here is another classic horror movie monster. This modern cross stitch pattern features the Wolfman. The pattern is 150 stitches tall x 150 stitches wide.


The Wolfman Classic Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

32. HALLOWEEN CROSS STITCH PATTERN HAUNTED CASTLE. SPOOKY, HOUSE OF HORROR THEMED MODERN AND EASY CROSS-STITCH CHART. INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF.

Dracula’s castle will make a great piece of artwork to hang during Halloween. Or you can display it in your home theater or library. You can make this pattern using 14, 16, or 18 count Aida fabric. There are 7 DMC floss colors used.


Dracula's Castle Horror Cross Stitch Pattern

33. CROSS STITCH PATTERN FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS - SILHOUETTE - NIGHTMARE - HORROR MOVIE - PDF DOWNLOAD-PT-266

Always follow your dreams, unless Freddy Krueger is in them. That might not be a very good idea. This is a very simple A Nightmare on Elm Street counted cross stitch pattern. It only uses 2 colors.

Nightmare on Elm Street Freddy Krueger Horror Cross Stitch pattern

34. COUNTED CROSS STITCH PATTERN - DRACULA, CLASSIC HORROR, MOVIE CREATURE, INSPIRED BY BRAHM STOKER, HALLOWEEN, MODERN CROSS STITCH, FIBRE ART

This completed Dracula pattern would make a great gift for someone who loves classic horror films! Or add it to your own collection. To make this horror cross stitch pattern you will need 16, 18, or 22 count Aida fabric and 13 colors of DMC floss.


Count Dracula Classic Horror Movie Cross Stitch Pattern






35. SCARY EYE #P517 EMBROIDERY CROSS STITCH PATTERN DOWNLOAD | STITCHING | CROSS STITCH DESIGNS | STITCH DESIGN | CROSS DESIGNS

This zombie hand is so awesome. It could have easily been taken directly out of a Scooby Doo episode. It looks like it would be a pretty easy stitch. However, there are 15 color changes. So, I would not recommend it for a beginner.


Eldritch Horror Monster Zombie Cross Stitch Patterns

36. COUNTED CROSS STITCH PATTERN - CROSS STITCH ART, WALL HANGING, DIY CROSS STITCH, FIBRE ART, WALL ART, CROSS STITCH GUIDE

I can never get enough of the Tim Burton style. If you are like me, you will love this Beetlejuice cross stitch pattern. This is a great design that has a lot of detail. The pattern is 400 stitches wide x 500 stitches tall. If you use 22 count Aida fabric, it will measure 18.18” wide x 22.72 inches high.


Tim Burton Beetlejuice Horror Cross Stitch Pattern Michael Keaton

37. MOVIE CROSS STITCH PATTERN - FOR BEGINNERS - EMBROIDERY DESIGNS - NEEDLEPOINT KITS-HORROR - HUNTER-OLD MOVIE-PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD-PT-231

If you are looking for a beginner-friendly horror cross stitch pattern, this Predator pattern is quite impressive. You can make the predator white and stitch it on black fabric. Or make the Predator movie alien black and stitch it on white Aida fabric.

Predator Movie Monster Cross Stitch Pattern

38. HUNGRY ZOMBIE #P867 EMBROIDERY CROSS STITCH PATTERN DOWNLOAD | STITCHING | CROSS STITCH DESIGNS | STITCH DESIGN | CROSS DESIGNS

Look at this amazing Zombie head horror cross stitch pattern. This thing has a fun, colorful new school look. This is a detailed pattern that uses 18 colors of DMC floss. It is 86 stitches wide x 109 stitches high.

Zombie Head Horror Cross Stitch Patterns

39. SEA MONSTER KRAKEN CROSS STITCH PATTERN, COLOSSAL OCTOPUS, INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD PRINTABLE CHART, PIERRE DENYS DE MONTFORT (694)

Here is another classic black and white cross stitch pattern that would be perfect for a library or home theater. The Kraken sea monster is a terrifying creature from Scandinavian folklore. Can you imagine being on a cruise and having one of these beasts attack the ship? This pattern uses 14 count Aida fabric and measures 224 stitches wide x 364 stitches tall.


Kraken Sea Monster Cross Stitch Pattern

40. Klowns From Space 11 x 14 Film Movie Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Download Intermediate

If you were not scared of clowns before seeing this movie, you will be after. Ok, maybe not. This is another one of my favorite B movies. The Killer Klowns from Outer Space horror cross stitch pattern is for intermediate to advanced level cross stitchers. When complete, it will fit in an 11” x 14” frame.


Killer Klowns from Outer Space Cross Stitch pattern

Whether you're a seasoned cross-stitcher or a curious beginner, I hope you found some horror cross stitch patterns you want to work on. From classic horror movie icons to creepy mass murderers, there's no shortage of spooky designs to choose from.



I hope you have enjoyed looking through my list of best horror cross stitch patterns.


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