Try eight original cross stitch fonts for names, dates and samplers. Preview your own words in every style before choosing a pattern. Classic, Tall and Wide are included in Free; the full collection comes with Plus.
Try cross stitch fonts with your own words
Type a name or date, then compare all eight alphabets here. Every preview is free. Saving and PDF export continue in the full editor.
91 × 15 stitches · Classic sampler · Included in your free PDF allowance
Stitch illustration, not a photograph. English letters, numbers and the character set listed below are supported.
Classic sampler cross stitch font
FREE
Small letters, timeless keepsakes.
Classic sampler is a cross stitch font that begins with a compact five-column, seven-row character cell. Its simple strokes work well for a short name, a date below a picture, or a first practice sampler. Start at scale one to see how much space your words need, then increase the scale if the finished letters feel too small. The uppercase and lowercase forms are distinct, so a mixed-case name retains its familiar shape. Leave a little breathing room between letters rather than trying to fit a long message into an unsuitable frame. This alphabet is included in the Free plan.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Tall & slender cross stitch font
FREE
A little extra height for names.
Tall & slender is a narrow cross stitch font that doubles the rows of the base alphabet while keeping its five-column width. A character cell is fourteen stitches tall at scale one. Choose it when you want a name to feel prominent without making the whole line much wider. It can suit a narrow label or a short vertical arrangement of words on separate lines. Check the line spacing carefully, especially around lowercase letters with descending strokes. The extra height changes the proportions of the letters; it does not add new decorative details. Preview your actual wording before deciding on a hoop. Tall is included in Free.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Wide block cross stitch font
FREE
Bold lettering with room to breathe.
Wide block is a broad cross stitch font that doubles the columns of the base alphabet to make a ten-column, seven-row character cell. The broad proportions give a short word a relaxed, substantial appearance. Try it for initials, a small sign, or a brief message where horizontal space is available. Longer names become wide quickly, so check the stitch dimensions before increasing the scale. You can add line breaks to divide a message into smaller groups and choose an alignment that suits the layout. Wide uses full crosses just like the other alphabets; it does not require backstitch. This style is included in Free.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Heirloom serif cross stitch font
PLUS
Little serifs for a traditional finish.
Heirloom serif is a traditional cross stitch font that adds small horizontal details to the top and bottom of the base letter forms. It keeps a compact five-column, seven-row cell at scale one and gives simple lettering a more traditional sampler character. Try a family name, a commemorative date, or a short greeting. At this small resolution, the serifs are deliberately restrained rather than resembling the fine details of a printed book font. Enlarge the pattern if you want those details to feel more visible on fabric. Inspect individual letters in your chosen wording and adjust spacing before saving. Preview is free; PDF export requires Plus.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Slanted stitch cross stitch font
PLUS
A gentle forward tilt.
Slanted stitch is a sloping cross stitch font that shifts the upper rows of each letter to create a forward lean. Its character cell occupies eight columns and seven rows at scale one, including the space used by the slant. It is useful for a gentle emphasis on a short phrase or a personal name. Because the rows move across the grid, the letter shapes remain full cross stitches rather than diagonal half stitches. Allow enough space between letters to keep the slant readable. Compare a capital followed by lowercase letters with an all-capital version before choosing your layout. Preview is free; PDF export requires Plus.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Hollow block cross stitch font
PLUS
Airy outlines, made stitch by stitch.
Hollow block is an outline cross stitch font that enlarges the base lettering and keeps the edges of its filled shapes. The resulting cell is ten columns by fourteen rows at scale one. The open areas are unstitched fabric, not a second thread color, which gives the alphabet a lighter appearance than a solid block. Use a thread shade that contrasts with your fabric so those edges remain clear. Short words give you room to appreciate the outlines. Before printing, examine narrow joins and counters in the preview rather than assuming every letter has a large hollow center. Preview is free; PDF export requires Plus.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Bold keepsake cross stitch font
PLUS
Generous strokes for statement pieces.
Bold keepsake is a bold cross stitch font that doubles both the rows and columns of the base alphabet, producing a ten-column, fourteen-row cell at scale one. Its solid strokes give initials, names and short statements more weight. Compared with Hollow block, more of each letter is stitched, so the effect is denser and the thread usage is different. Consider the finished physical size as well as the on-screen appearance: a larger grid means more stitches, even when the word is short. Use the editor’s fabric count setting to check the measurements before cutting cloth. Preview is free; PDF export requires Plus.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Diamond sampler cross stitch font
PLUS
Decorative cross-shaped strokes.
Diamond sampler is a decorative cross stitch font that expands each filled base square into a small cross-shaped cluster within a three-by-three area. Its decorative character cell is fifteen columns by twenty-one rows at scale one. The repeated clusters give simple words a textured sampler effect, especially when there is enough empty fabric around them. This is the largest base style in the collection, so begin with initials or a short name and check the total grid dimensions. Each colored square still represents one full cross stitch; the decorative effect comes from placement, not a special embroidery stitch. Preview is free; PDF export requires Plus.
Character set: 0123456789ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz !?.,:-'&+/()♥
Stitch illustrations generated from the actual alphabets, not photographs of finished embroidery. Includes English uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers and common punctuation. Choose a style in the editor to make names, dates and short messages.
Choosing cross stitch fonts for your project
The best cross stitch fonts for a gift are the ones that keep its message readable at the size you will actually stitch. Begin with the full name or phrase, including spaces, punctuation and dates. A sample that looks attractive with three letters can become too wide with a long surname. Compare the same words in Classic, Tall and Wide before moving to a decorative style. Select any alphabet above to preview your own words on this page. The preview updates as you type. Continue to the full editor when you want to change thread colors, save a pattern or export a PDF.
These cross stitch fonts are grid-based alphabets, not downloadable computer fonts. Every filled square maps to a full cross stitch. You can change scale, letter spacing, line alignment and DMC thread color in the editor. A larger scale increases the number of stitches in each letter. Changing fabric count changes the physical dimensions of the finished piece without changing the grid. Keep these two controls separate when planning a frame or a label.
Size cross stitch fonts for a readable sampler
Use line breaks to group words deliberately. A first name and a date can sit on separate lines, while a short greeting may work better on one line. Center alignment is useful for a small sampler, and left alignment makes longer lines easier to compare. Check both the empty space between letters and the gaps between lines. The editor limits the complete grid to 400 stitches on either side, so shorten the text or reduce its scale if a large message will not fit.
Choose a thread shade that is clearly visible against the fabric you intend to use. The digital preview cannot reproduce every screen, thread dye lot or fabric color. Print the symbol chart and check the DMC code in the legend before buying materials. For a first lettering project, try a small sample with the same fabric and thread before committing to a long quotation. Save your pattern before experimenting with a new font, because regenerating the text replaces the current grid and its manual edits.
Frequently asked questions
Which characters are included in the cross stitch fonts?
Every alphabet supports the displayed English capitals and lowercase letters, digits, a space, a heart and the listed punctuation. Line breaks arrange multiple rows. Unsupported characters produce an explanation in the editor rather than a replacement letter.
Can I download these as TTF font files?
No. These are stitch-grid alphabets for use in MotifPix. Generate your words in the browser and export a printable pattern PDF. The collection is not a package of system fonts for a word processor or design application.
Which alphabet should a beginner choose?
Classic sampler is a compact starting point. Try a short word at scale one, use a high-contrast thread, and inspect the spaces inside letters. Larger or decorative alphabets require more stitches even when they contain the same words.
Does every alphabet include lowercase letters?
Yes. Lowercase characters have their own base shapes. Compare a capital and a lowercase version of the same name in the preview. The transformed styles apply their width, height or outline treatment to those lowercase shapes as well.
Are the preview images photographs of finished embroidery?
No. They are generated stitch illustrations made from the same pattern cells as the lettering tool. Real thread, tension, fabric and lighting change the finished appearance. The previews help compare shapes and dimensions without claiming to be physical stitched samples.
Can I combine a font with a photo?
The current tools create a photo grid or a lettering grid separately. You can edit individual stitches afterward, but there is no automatic photo-and-text layer compositor. Plan separate pieces or draw small additions manually; do not expect an unavailable layout feature.