Winnie the Pooh Embroidery Magazine

For decades, the silly old bear and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood have been a favorite subject for needleworkers. The Winnie the Pooh Embroidery Magazine series (often part of Disney's Cross Stitch collections) remains one of the most sought-after resources for vintage-style character patterns.

Whether you are hunting for a specific back-issue or looking for digital alternatives, this guide takes a deep dive into the magical world of Pooh embroidery.

The "Disney Cross Stitch" Era

Most of the classic Winnie the Pooh patterns appeared in the weekly "Disney Cross Stitch" partwork magazine published by Hachette in the late 90s and early 2000s. These issues are now collectors' items.

Popular Issues to Look For:

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Issue #1 (Premiere): Usually featured a large sampler of the whole gang (Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and Eeyore).
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Seasonal Specials: Look for Christmas and Halloween specials featuring Pooh in costume.
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The Classic Pooh Series: Later issues focused on the original E.H. Shepard artistic style, rather than the Disney cartoon version.

Where to Find Patterns Today?

Since these magazines are out of print, finding them can be a treasure hunt. Here are your best bets:

eBay

The most reliable source for physical back-issues. Search for "Hachette Disney Cross Stitch".

Etsy

Many sellers digitize vintage patterns. You can often find PDF downloads of specific charts.

Libraries

Don't forget your local library! Many have bound volumes of craft magazines.

Make Your Own Pooh Pattern

Can't find the exact magazine issue you want? You can create your own! If you have a favorite image of Winnie the Pooh, use our free online tool to convert it into a cross-stitch chart.

Upload your image.

Select the number of DMC colors (Pooh is mostly DMC 725, 726, and Red 666!).

Download the PDF grid.

Inside the Winnie the Pooh Embroidery Magazine Collection