Wings of Stillness: Butterfly Motifs in Cross-Stitch

Butterflies are fleeting miracles—symbols of transformation, fragility, and grace. In this collection of free cross-stitch patterns, each butterfly is captured mid-flight, frozen in thread, yet alive with color and movement. Their wings speak of quiet strength and ephemeral beauty, inviting you to stitch not just an image, but a moment.

Each design measures under 100 x 100 stitches, resulting in a finished size of approximately 14 x 14 cm on 18-count Aida. The patterns feature layered hues—blues, ambers, mint greens, and soft browns—requiring careful attention to color placement. Similar shades are used throughout, so take time to match threads precisely. To ensure a polished finish, align your stitches consistently when viewed from the front.

These butterflies are perfect for framing individually or as a curated set. You are welcome to sell finished pieces made from these patterns, and we encourage creative combinations—pair them with floral borders, poetic text, or other motifs to create your own original compositions.

Let each winged form become a reflection of your own journey—stitched with care, framed with intention, and shared with quiet pride.

Note: The measurements provided here reflect the finished design size only (the minimum stitch area) and do not include any surrounding border or margin needed for framing. To ensure you purchase enough fabric, use our calculator to find the required cloth size with your desired margin allowance.

  Butterfly Pattern    3

This graceful butterfly design features soft mint and black tones. Its clean symmetry and modern palette make it ideal for framed art, tote bags, or makeup pouches. 

When stitching, be mindful of thread direction for a polished finish, and take care with similar shades to preserve contrast.

8 DMC Colors   Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 102(w) x 97(h)

14 ct : 18.51 x 17.60 cm–7.29 x 6.93 inch

16 ct : 16.19 x 15.40 cm–6.37 x 6.06 inch

18 ct : 14.39 x 13.68 cm–5.66 x 5.39 inch

  Butterfly Pattern   7

This butterfly design features warm yellow and brown tones with intricate wing details—perfect for adding vintage charm to framed art, tote bags, or makeup pouches. 

It's a little smaller than the other butterfly patterns.

15 DMC colors       Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 107(w) x 75(h)

14 ct : 19.42 x 13.61 cm--7.65 x 5.36 inch

16 ct : 16.98 x 11.90 cm--6.69 x 4.69 inch

18 ct : 15.09 x 10.58 cm--5.94 x 4.16 inch

-full cross stitches - no back stitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced stitchers 

  Butterfly Pattern   5

This butterfly design bursts with color—blue, orange, yellow, and black—creating a lively, realistic effect. Ideal for framed art, tote bags, or cushions. 
When stitching, pay close attention to thread direction and subtle color shifts to preserve clarity. 

21 DMC colors  Cloth : Aida
Stitch Count : 109(w) x 98(h)
14 ct : 19.78 x 17.79 cm--7.79 x 7.00 inch
16 ct : 17.30 x 15.56 cm--6.81 x 6.12 inch

18 ct : 15.37 x 13.82 cm--6.05 x 5.44 inch

  Butterfly Pattern   4

This butterfly design glows with warm orange, blue, and golden tones—perfect for adding vibrancy to framed art, tote bags, or cushions. Its realistic wing detail offers depth and movement. 

For best results, align stitch direction and carefully distinguish similar shades. 

18 DMC colors

Cloth : Aida

Stitch Count : 113(w) x 96(h)

14 ct : 20.51 x 17.42 cm--8.07 x 6.86 inch

16 ct : 17.94 x 15.24 cm--7.06 x 6.00 inch

18 ct : 15.94 x 13.54 cm--6.27 x 5.33 inch

-full cross stitches - no back stitch - Suitable for beginners and advanced stitchers 

Feel free to sell the finished pieces you create using these patterns.

We warmly encourage you to transform them into unique works—adapt, combine, and reimagine them into creations that reflect your own artistic voice.

😊 Happy creation !