Free Wildflower Wreath Cross-Stitch Pattern with DMC Codes

Stitch a fresh wildflower wreath with this free printable cross-stitch pattern. Preview the DMC colors, adjust the palette if needed, and export the finished chart as a PDF.

Keeping the wreath circular

A wreath pattern depends on balance. Count the top, bottom, left, and right anchor points before filling the flowers so the circle stays even inside the square 14-count Aida grid.

Chart generated by StitchBitz, licensed under the StitchBitz Generated Chart License.

Source photo by Hannah Busing, licensed under Unsplash License.

Customise the pattern

Turn any photo or picture into a cross stitch pattern.

StitchBitz is a free cross stitch pattern generator that converts your photo or image into an editable DMC chart. Your picture stays on your device—no sign-up required, with free PDF and JPG downloads.

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How it works

How to make a cross stitch pattern from a photo using StitchBitz

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Upload

Convert a photo into a cross stitch pattern directly in the browser-based app. Your photos stay on your device.

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Isolate

Use the AI background toggle to cut out messy backgrounds before the cross stitch chart is generated.

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Tune

Adjust the DMC color palette, fabric size, and smart stitchability sliders to reduce confetti and keep the photo readable.

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Export

Instantly download a high-res, print-ready PDF blueprint with the symbol chart, floss list, and project details.

Real examples

See a photo become a cross stitch pattern

StitchBitz turns the colours and shapes in a picture into a counted grid using real DMC floss shades. Open any example to inspect the chart, materials, and editable pattern.

Built for real projects

From picture to a chart you can actually stitch

A useful photo-to-cross-stitch pattern maker needs to do more than pixelate an image. It should simplify the picture, map it to real thread colours, and leave you in control of the final chart.

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Real DMC floss colours

Every generated colour is matched to a DMC thread code, so the chart maps to floss you can actually buy and stitch with.

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Cleaner, more stitchable charts

Stitchability controls smooth noisy areas and reduce isolated confetti stitches while keeping the subject recognisable.

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Private browser processing

Your photo is processed on your device. It is not sent to StitchBitz or stored on a server.

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Edit before you download

Adjust colours, remove stitches, add backstitch detail, and check the floss list before exporting a PDF or JPG.

Better source, better chart

What pictures work best for cross stitch?

You can turn any image into a cross stitch pattern, but a few simple choices make the finished chart cleaner and easier to recognise.

Choose one clear subject

Pets, portraits, flowers, ornaments, and simple objects usually translate more cleanly than a crowded scene.

Look for contrast

A well-lit subject that stands apart from its background is easier to simplify into distinct thread colours.

Crop before adding detail

Frame the part you care about first. A tighter crop gives the available stitches to the subject instead of empty space.

Good to know

Photo pattern maker questions

The short version: it is free, private, editable, and designed to produce the files you need to start stitching.

Is the cross stitch pattern generator really free?

Yes. You can convert a photo, edit the generated chart, and download the finished pattern as a PDF or JPG without paying or creating an account.

Does StitchBitz upload or store my photo?

No. Pattern generation and image processing run in your browser, so your photo stays on your device.

Which picture formats can I turn into a cross stitch pattern?

StitchBitz accepts JPG, PNG, HEIC, and WebP images. Clear, well-lit pictures with a distinct subject tend to produce the easiest patterns to stitch.

What is included in the downloaded pattern?

The printable PDF includes a symbol chart, DMC floss list, and project details. You can also download a high-resolution JPG chart.

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What You'll Need

To stitch this design, you will need a piece of Aida fabric measuring at least 15×15 cm on 16-count Aida. The full DMC floss palette for this chart uses 24 colors:

  • DMC Blanc
  • DMC 3865
  • DMC 822
  • DMC 3023
  • DMC 3051
  • DMC 3072
  • DMC 936
  • DMC 646
  • DMC 935
  • DMC 225
  • DMC 421
  • DMC 3854
  • DMC 3864
  • DMC 869
  • DMC 420
  • DMC 610
  • DMC 840
  • DMC 922
  • DMC 762
  • DMC 839
  • DMC 934
  • DMC 3031
  • DMC 3011
  • DMC 3371

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this wildflower wreath cross-stitch pattern beginner-friendly?

Yes. The wreath has repeated flower and leaf shapes with plenty of open space, making it easier to follow than a dense full-coverage floral chart. 14-count Aida keeps the default size comfortable.

Which DMC colors are used for the wildflower wreath?

The chart uses greens for the foliage, purple and pink tones for the wildflowers, and pale neutrals where the source image needs shading. The exact DMC floss codes are listed in the generated key below.

Can I stitch the wreath on colored fabric?

Yes. A soft ivory, pale blue, or natural linen Aida can make the white negative space feel warmer. Check the preview first so the lightest flower and background stitches still show against your fabric.

94 × 94
Grid Size
15×15 cm on 16-count Aida
Fabric Size
advanced
Difficulty

Using negative space

The white background is part of the design. On white or ivory Aida, you can let unstitched areas create the open centre and outer breathing room, which keeps the wildflowers light instead of crowded.

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