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Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2026

Great Big List of Cross Stitch stitchalongs to Joing in 2026

Well, 2025 was…something. Let’s all just agree to make 2026 a good year to the best of our abilities, starting with some fun stitchy time 🙂 Before we get to the list, I just want to say, please don’t feel like you can’t participate in a stitchalong based on how fast you stitch or how […]

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Why Email Marketing Matters for Makers and Craft Businesses

Why Email Marketing Matters for Makers and Craft Businesses [craft supplies and business papers spread out on a table]

If you woke up tomorrow and your Instagram account was gone , would your customers still find you? Picture this: It’s a quiet morning in your studio. You grab your coffee, check your phone, and ~poof ~ your Instagram account is gone. No warning, no explanation. All your posts, followers, and shop links vanished overnight. In maker and […]

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Do The Thing Blackwork and Cross Stitch Pattern

do the thing blackwork and cross stitch pattern

Stash-busting pattern. Use any fabric and thread from your stash. Designed to fit in a 5-inch hoop. This is a name your own price pattern. You can purchase for any amount (yes, free is an option) All patterns are in PDF format. You’ll receive an email with special download links after you complete the checkout. […]

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Discovering Passions: Start a New Hobby with Confidence

Discovering Passions: Start a New Hobby with Confidence

Starting a new hobby can be an exciting and fulfilling experience. Hobbies not only provide a much-needed break from our daily routines but also contribute to personal growth and well-being.

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Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2025

Great Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2025

Before we get to the list, I just want to say please don’t feel like you can’t participate in a stitchalong based on how fast you stitch or how much time you have to stitch. Stitch at your own pace, enjoy the pattern, and don’t worry about keeping up with other stitchers. It’s more about the […]

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2024 Ornament Stitchalong

2024 Ornament SAL at Stitching the Night Away

Ready to stitch some ornaments before the holidays? All the ornaments in this SAL will fit in a 3-inch hoop and will be set to name any price ~ yes, they can be downloaded for free if you’d like. My favorite thing about ornaments is they’re great stash busters. I have all these fun threads […]

Filed Under: STNA Patterns for Sale Tagged With: ornaments, sal, stitchalong

Cross Stitch vs Needlepoint: Differences Explained

Cross stitch and needlepoint are two popular needlework crafts whose names are often used interchangeably, but they are actually quite different. As an avid lover of needlework, I have tried my hand at both and can attest to the fact that they require different materials, tools, and techniques. In this article, we’ll look at the […]

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Stitchqueries: Messy Back of Project

Stitchqueries-messy-back-of-project

This is an interesting stitchqueries note, and new stitchers worried about the back being messy is something I hear so often.  the note in my inbox reads; “I’m a fairly new stitcher and I’ve joined some groups and followed a few people on Instagram, etc… I do enjoy seeing what everyone is doing. But, I […]

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Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2024

Great Big List of Cross Stitch stitch-a-longs to Join in 2024

Before we get to the list, I want to touch on a comment I see in the groups and on the blog pretty frequently about “keeping up” with the SALs. Don’t feel like you can’t participate in a stitchalong based on how fast you stitch or how much time you have to stitch. Stitch at your […]

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Craftivism: Uniting Creativity and Activism for a Better World

Craftivism: Uniting Creativity and Activism for a Better World

Craftivism, a term coined by writer and activist Betsy Greer in 2003, is a powerful movement that combines the art of crafting with the intention of creating positive social change. It is a gentle yet impactful way to raise awareness, spark conversations, and inspire action. Craftivism is not just about making pretty things; it is […]

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