Patreon Showcase
What are cross stitch patternmakers offering in February?
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There are pockets of cross stitchers in all corners of the internet, and Patreon is no exception.
Patreon is a subscription-based platform (much like Substack!) that allows creators to build communities, while providing a service or product. There are Patreons for so many industries out there…. 3D printing, podcasts, writers, streamers, digital artists, and yes, fiber arts like cross stitch!
Generally, in the cross stitch world, those that host Patreons typically provide exclusive cross stitch patterns. Those that are subscribed have access to those patterns, which may or may not be released later publicly. Some designers also provide other goodies, behind the scenes, tutorials, merchandise, and even Discords, so you have community in your pocket.
Subscription costs vary by creator, but they typically range from $3 - $18 USD per month. Each designer typically sets up various Tiers that you can subscribe to, each providing more/different perks than the Tier before. You can subscribe and unsubscribe easily, coming and going if you like the perks!
** Note - Please don’t subscribe to any creator on iOS apps. Apple has subjected many platforms to extra fees that don’t benefit creators at all. Please use a browser (if you are on iOS mobile) and after subscribing, you can use the Patreon app without affecting any financial stuff. **
This is just the short description that Patreon can do for creators, but it's an excellent tool for artists and communities.
I have coordinated with all of the below designers to showcase what's new in the stitching world! If you can't subscribe right now, that's ok! I've tried to list expiration dates on the available patterns and you can FOLLOW a creator for FREE, and still see whatever they post publicly.
The Stitch Crypt
https://www.patreon.com/c/thestitchcrypt
Jen of The Stitch Crypt is currently running a themed pattern series for 2025 called Familiars. Each month will feature a different animal that can be used as a witch's familiar, found on Tier 2 and up.
Tiers $2 / $6 / $10
Tier 2, 3 - Candle Fox (expires 3/1)
Tier 2, 3 - Witch's Snake (expires 4/1)
Tier 3 - Winter Peryton (expires 2/15)
Tier 3 - Mushroom Witch. Stitched with Cosmo floss and will be the beginning of a series of Witch patterns. (expires 3/15)
Fine Frog Stitching
http://patreon.com/finefrogstitching
Steph of Fine Frog Stitching offers multiple tiers that include discounts to her pattern shop, free patterns, and access to her complete archive. All pattern-receiving tiers have access to the patterns for 3 months as of publishing.
Tiers $3 / $7 / $10 / $15
Tier 2, 3, 4 - Acorn King (expires 3/1)
Tier 2, 3, 4 - Feline Fates (expires 4/1)
Tier 2, 3, 4 - Hot Cocoa Duck (expires 5/1)
The Artsy Housewife
https://www.patreon.com/c/theartsyhousewife/
Gigi and Boone offer multiple tiers that provide lots of patterns and access to a Patron Only Shop. Patterns cycle on the 15th of the month, and move over to the Patron Only Shop. The patterns shown below will be available until February 15th.
Tiers $3 / $7 / $12 / $18
Tier 2 - Cabin in the Woods
Tier 3 - Peaceful Cuppa
Tier 4 - Hyperbole (this one is my super-duper birthday sampler and we're hosting a SAL over on the Patreon).
BAD Stitch (me!)
https://www.patreon.com/c/badstitch
Amanda cycles patterns on the 15th of each month. If you join before the 15th, you get 2 patterns for the month! Lots of bonus patterns thrown in that are free for patrons, but for sale in her shops. Amanda also has an active Discord community of stitchers.
Tiers $3 / $6 / $9
Tier 2 - Froggy Magic (two color variations included) (expires 2/15)
Tier 2 - Yule Cat
Tier 2 - Chonky Seal
Tier 2 - Snail & Froggo Friend
Tier 2, 3 - Sunset (expires 5/1)
Yasmin's Made with Love
https://www.patreon.com/c/user/home?u=93354423
Yas offers patterns on the 1st of the month until the last day of the month. There is also part 2 of SAL that’s coming on the 15th of February. The SAL ends on 15th March and parts are available to tier 4 members free until the end of March.
Tiers $3 / $7 / $10 / $20
Tier 2, 3, 4 - Blue Tit the Harbinger of Spring
Tier 3, 4 - Many Possibilities
Tier 4 - Morning Glory
Infinity Bear Designs
https://www.patreon.com/InfinityBearDesigns
Manda has been a designer for years and is now on Patreon! Patrons have access to behind the scenes, timelapse videos, and polls.
Tiers $2 / $5 / $8
Tier 2, 3 - Moonlit Mischief (expires 2/28 for Tier 2, 4/30 for Tier 3)
Tier 3 - Cosmic Cookies (expires 2/28)
Tier 3 - Before the Winter Sleep (expires 3/31)
Diana Bloom Designs
https://www.patreon.com/c/DianaBloomDesigns/
Diana is new to the patreon, but already has a delightful start! They are currently only sharing free patterns, weekly behind the scenes updates and flosstubes. Now is a great time to start following, they anticipate leveling up their Patreon with paid tiers and patterns.
Free Tier - Snowfall Chickadee
FlossyFoxShop
https://www.patreon.com/c/flossyfoxshop/
Andrea designs whimsical, magical and bright samplers! Patterns are available for 2 months, and the highest tier includes fun coloring pages.
Tiers $2 / $6 / $10
Tier 2, 3 - Mushroom Cottage (expires 2/28)
Tier 2 , 3 - Penguin Days (expires 3/31)
Darling & Whimsy
https://www.patreon.com/c/darlingandwhimsy/
You may know Deanna as the designer behind the Quirky Quakers, which are amazing designs you can finish for that quick serotonin. Deanna offers multiple membership tiers, each building on the last, including blog posts, shop discounts, and quarterly gifts in the mail.
This designer is based in Canada, so the prices below are listed in USD (patreon will convert for you)
Tiers $4 / $7.50 / $11 / $36.50
Tier 3 (Floss Friends) - Winter Moth (expires 4/30)
Tier 4 (SAL Soulmate) - PDF patterns of all Darling & Whimsy designs
StitchOnGoodLuck
https://www.patreon.com/c/stitchongoodluck/
Natali has so many patterns available, including freebies, or you can also shop within their Patreon store for past Patreon releases. I was scrolling down the feed, and lost count of how many patterns I could download! All Patreon patterns remain exclusive to Patreon for a year.
Tier $3
Bronze Tier - Love Lives Here
NeedleLot Designs
https://ko-fi.com/needlelotdesigns/tiers
Iris is on Ko-fi instead of Patreon, but also has exclusive monthly patterns. These tiers also include influence to pick pattern themes and behind the scenes content.
Tier $2 / $5
Tier 2 (Catto Rancho) - Poison Heart Frog (expires 2/28)
StitchSprout
https://www.patreon.com/c/stitchsprout/home
Elle offers magical and colorful patterns. Patterns are available for 4 months so there's lots of value with this subscription. Tier 3 offers all previous Patreon patterns.
Tier $1 / $6 / $15
Tier 2, 3 - Celestial Witch (expires 6/1)
Tier 2, 3 - Grimoire (expires 5/1)
Uncanni Kari
https://www.patreon.com/c/uncannykari/
Kari (another Canadian!) has switched up their patreon to be digital rewards only, but you're still getting a lot of bang for your buck! All tiers include patterns and they never expire.
Tiers $1 / $5
Free - Knittin' Kittens
Tier 1, 2 - Focus on the Donut
Tier 1, 2 - Gallery Wall
Sirithre (also known as Sirious Stitches)
https://www.patreon.com/c/sirithre/
Siri has been a staple in the cross stitch community, not only providing patterns, but the most cohesive articles about stitching, finishing, and other fiber arts. Siri is also the author of the Official Stardew Valley Cross Stitch book and the Official Undertale Cross Stitch book. Her patreon offers lots of gaming, Pokémon, and original designs and upon subscribing, you get access to a spreadsheet full of patterns.
Tier $2 / $5 / $10
Tier 2, 3 - Gengar Stocking (expires 2/28)
Tier 2, 3 - Pastel Cornucopia (expires 2/28)
Tier 2, 3 - Lemon Pigs
Hello from Liz Mathews
https://www.patreon.com/HelloFromLizMathews
Liz offers 3 tiers, each with different benefits. Tier 1 & 3 include exclusive patterns, and Tier 2 and 3 include behind the scenes, video blogs, and live chats. Patterns cycle midnight on the 14th of each month.
Tiers $10 / $12 / $20
Tier 1, 3 - Sweet Heart (expires 2/14)
Tiny Modernist
https://www.patreon.com/c/tinymodernist/
Cheryl has a vibrant catalog of patterns that are released on Patreon the 5th of each month and are available for two months before going into the vault.
Tier $7
Tier 1 - King of Hearts & Stitches (expires 4/5)
Romy's Creations
https://www.patreon.com/RomysCreations
Romy offers multiple membership tiers, each building on the last, including patterns, shop discounts, and printed charts and notions mailed to you! Patterns are exclusive to Patreon for a year.
Tiers $15 / $25 / $35
Tier 1, 2, 3 - Take It Once Stitch at a Time
The Bad Witch Crafts
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheBadWitchCrafts/
The Bad Witch offers cute and colorful designs, and their recent trend might interest some readers who need to process their feelings about the current state of the world. This catalog currently has no expiration dates.
Tiers $5 / $7
Tier 1, 2 - A Problem
Tier 1, 2 - Free Luigi
Free for Followers - Break the I.C.E.
Tier 2 - Salty, Defiant, Extremely Noncompliant
Tier 2 - Cozy Opposum
StephXStitch
https://www.patreon.com/stephxstitch
Steph, the author of the popular Feminist Cross Stitch and Self-Care Cross Stitch (found at your local bookstore) also hosts exclusive patterns on Patreon. Patrons have influence on designs and access to the pattern archive.
Tiers $2 / $5 / $10
Tier 2, 3 - I've Got So Much Procrastinating Done Today
Tier 2, 3 - You Are Not Immune to Propaganda
Tier 2, 3 - I'm Sorry for All the Mean and Accurate Things I Said
Are you still with me? What a big showcase!! There’s something here for every type of stitcher and I hope you find something you like, or at least follow a few more accounts.
Did you learn about any new designers? What patterns are you looking forward to? Do you like showcases like this? If so, I’m happy to continue them. They are a bit time consuming and I did have to juggle a lot at the same time, but if people find value in content like this, I’m happy to contribute to the community. Please comment below!
Thank you so much to the designers who heeded my call!
If you’re a designer and would like to be included in the future, please reach out to me via email badstitchcrossstitch (at) gmail dot com.
This is AMAZING, thank you so much for putting this together!!
So many amazing Patreons!! So little money😢