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Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2022

It’s SAL announcement time again. I love keeping an eye on these projects over the course of the year, watching mystery designs come together, and seeing the customizations folks add to their stitching.

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 own pace, enjoy the pattern, and don’t worry about keeping up in stitching.

It’s more about the community feeling and the fun of the pattern than the time in which you stitch the piece. I have SAL patterns (free and paid) from previous years that I haven’t even started the actual stitching on yet, but I enjoyed watching the pattern pieces come together and seeing progress photos in the community. It’s okay to not “keep up” as long as you’re enjoying the journey.

In no particular order, here are the cross stitch SALs in 2022…

Modern Folk Embroidery Mystery SAL (€22.00)

This year’s piece is based on antique Dutch sampler design. You’ll find all the information on their website at https://www.modernfolkembroidery.com/product/2022-mystery-sal/

Linen & Threads Annual Mystery SAL (Free)

Information about the pattern and downloads available at https://linenandthreads.com/mystery-sampler-stitch-a-long (previous year’s SAL patterns are also still available for download)

Ship’s Manor Folk Art House SAL ($14.00)

This one is sure to be fun and colorful http://www.shipsmanor.com/folk-art-house-sal-2022/ specially created fabric and threads are also available

Shells Arty Farty Shop SALs (multiple)

Monthly Quaker, Love to Bake, and Games Night stitchalongs are all available via Etsy.

Stitching Cabin Co Nordic Winter Band Sampler SAL ($16.78)

Inspired by Fair Isle winter designs this SAL is available via Etsy.

Stitchin Ain’t EZ Tim Burton Themed SAL ($15.00)

Your favorite Tim Burton characters might just make an appearance in this stitchalong available via Etsy.

Creepy Domestic Supernatural Themed SAL ($20.00)

This year’s biweekly release Supernatural SAL features the monsters and is available via Etsy. The show might have ended, but our love of #SPN carries on.

Paint With Stitches Mystery SAL ($7.33)

This ten-part mystery image stitchalong is available via Etsy.

Snarky and Modern Weekly Blackwork SAL (Free)

This mystery stitchalong releases a bit each week in the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/snarkyandmodern. While the SAL pattern and group are free, there are fabric and thread packs optionally available in The Fernway Studio Etsy shop.

The Witchy Stitcher Creepy Cryptids SAL (C$22.00)

This stitchalong started in the Fall and runs until the end of January, but you can still join the fun at https://www.thewitchystitcher.com/sals (and watch that page for future SAL announcements)

Stitchingly Inspirational Quotes SAL (£16.99)

Featuring 12 patterns designed by Durene Jones, information and sign up is at https://stitchingly.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1107140

By the Bay Needleart Home Sweet Home SAL ($84.00)

You can purchase each piece individually or prepay for the whole set of home scenes available at https://bythebayneedleart.blogspot.com/p/home-sweet-home-stitch-long.html

The Cross Stitch Studio Under the Sea Mystery SAL ($12.00)

This mystery stitchalong will reveal a full coverage piece 200×350 stitches in size. Details at https://thecrossstitchstudio.com/collections/tcss-2022-mystery-sal/products/2022-mystery-sal

Nerdstitchalong Facebook Group SALs (Free)

I discovered this group when I was doing the research for the 2021 SAL list and it’s been a lot of fun to be a part of. I hope you’ll check it out at https://www.facebook.com/groups/nerdstitchalong/. The next SAL hasn’t been announced yet, but will be more coming up soon.

Taylor and Cromwell Broadway SAL ($15.00)

Bringing Broadway to your stitching again this year with a classic musicals themed stitchalong, details and sign up available via Etsy.

Jodyri Designs Scandanavian Gnome Horoscope SAL (£15.00)

Cute little horoscope gnomes (based on artwork by Louise France) available at https://jodyridesigns.com/products/2022-horoscope-scandanavian-gnome-sal

BDL xxxStitch Emporium Gnome Thing SAL ($10.00 per gnome)

A stitchalong of gnome designs available at https://179i09084300322.3dcartstores.com/gnome-collection.html (and also on Etsy) a Facebook group link is provided for the SAL as well.

Stitchonomy SALs ($8/month)

The Stitchonomy Pattern Club includes extra bits during stitchalongs, which are announced at https://stitch-along.com/

Lakeside Needlecraft SALs (multiple)

Hosting a variety of stitchalongs throughout the year, you’ll want to keep an eye on the website and the Facebook page to see what’s next. Crystallise SAL
exclusively designed by Oxana Polyakova is starting in Janaury.

Jeanette Douglas Mini Bouquet Sampler SAL (Free)

A mini bouquet pattern each month of the year, the border is available for download and the first bouquet will be released in January (pineapples!) at http://www.jeannettedouglas.ca/

Cloudsfactory ABC-Dinosaurs SAL ($23.95)

Featuring 26 dinosaurs from A to Z, of course. Pattern and optional supply kits are available at https://cloudsfactory.net/abcdinosuars-yearly-stitch-a-long-and-kit.html

Caterpillar Cross Stitch How Does Your Garden Grow SAL (£16.50)

A garden themed mystery stitchalong project. Details and optional supply kits are available at https://www.caterpillarcrossstitch.com/products/gardening-grow-cross-stitch-a-long-sal

Craftzilla American Horror Story SAL ($54.00)

The Stitches That Scare Us stitchalong is sure to be enjoyable for AHS fans. Pattern details and sign up available via Etsy.

fanSTITCHtic Netflix and Stitch SAL ($9.78)

Inspired by Netflix originals, this stitchalong has different options each month. Details and sign up info available via Etsy.

Tempting Tangles SALs (multiple)

Hosting several stitchalongs throughout the year, there’s always something enjoyable and lovely to stitch. You’ll find project sign ups on Etsy and the Tempting Tangles website.

Odd Thread Designs 360 Days of Stitching ($20.00)

You’ll receive a one-inch bit of pattern via email every day for 360 days. Pattern is available via Etsy.

Stitching Book Club SALs (multiple)

Classic literature plus stitching. Projects have included Pride and Prejudice, Frankenstein, The Secret Garden, and more. Patterns available via Etsy.

Living on the Rainbow Bear of the Month SAL ($20.00)

This calendar stitchalong has already begun and runs through May. There are also two bonus patterns for a total of 14 pieces. Pattern available via Etsy.

Tiny Modernist SALs (multiple)

Hosting several SALs, Patterns available at https://www.tinymodernist.com/collections/stitch-a-longs

Lindy Stitches Marvelous World SAL ($14.00)

You can see the full design and pattern details at https://www.lindystitches.com/collections/marvelous-world-stitchalong-for-2022. Optional fabric and thread packs are also available.

Pixel Prime Power-Up Plaza SAL (Free)

This year’s theme is a shopping spree, parody, mashup with some of our favorite video game characters. Details and pattern downloads at https://pixelprimecrossstitch.blogspot.com/p/pixsal2022.html

Peppermint Purple Blackwork & Cross Stitch SAL (Free)

There are lots of options to make this piece your own with the layouts, borders, colors, and more. Details on the weekly pattern release available at https://peppermintpurple.com/pages/2022-sal-details

The Steady Thread Blackwork Garden SAL (Free)

Templates, patterns, and paths for a relaxing stitch. Details on the pattern and joining the Facebook group are available at https://thesteadythread.com/pages/sal-2022

The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery Red Riding Hood Parade SAL ($10.95)

A bit of fairy tale fun, this stitchalong includes a finishing tutorial at the end. Optional supply packs are available as well. Details available at https://www.thefrostedpumpkinstitchery.com/products/little-red-riding-hood-downloadable-pdf-cross-stitch-pattern

Climbing Goat Designs SALs (multiple)

The Wonders of the Night Sky stitchalong (£20.00) and Travel the World stitchalong (£16.00) are both available via the website or Etsy.

Lesley Teare Bird Homes SAL ($13.99)

A year of birdhouses to stitch available via Creative Poppy Patterns at https://www.creativepoppypatterns.com/birds-homes-lesley-teare-2022-stitch-along-cross-stitch-xml-667-3902.html

Paine Free Crafts Wind in the Willows SAL (£15.00)

Based on the artwork of Chris Dunn, you’ll find the details and sign up for this stitchalong at https://www.painefreecrafts.com/product/2022-sal/

One Point Mind Mystery SAL (Free)

In addition to the patterns, each installment will include information on contemplative crafting practice for those who would like to learn how to turn a craft such as cross stitching into a meditative activity. Get the details and sign up at https://www.onepointmind.com/mysterysal-signup.html

For the Stitcher’s Soul Ornament of the Month Club ($25.00/month)

Full kits for this subscription are available at https://www.forthestitcherssoul.com/products/2022-ornament-of-the-month-1

Naughty Frog Designs King of Horror: The Overlook SAL (Free)

Inspired by Stephen King’s The Shining, you’ll find this free stitchalong on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/161129939009014/

String or Nothing Epic Fandom SAL (Free)

This stitchalong began in 2021 and will finish during 2022. You’ll find the details and pattern downloads at https://string-or-nothing.com/stitch-alongs/

Stitching the Night Away SAL (Free)

There will be at least one stitchalong here at Stitching the Night Away this year. Announcements to come in January 😉

Temperature Cross Stitch Patterns

The idea for temperature patterns is a little section of stitching for each day of the year and the color of thread is based on your local outdoor temperature on that day, some projects use the average for the day, others use the high and the low for two bits of stitching per day. It’s a fun project and everyone’s result will be different, and each year’s stitch will also vary based on the weather.

Stitchnmomma Temperature Block Sampler ($10.00)

I like the layout of this one because it has a block for each month. You’ll find an overview of this design along with the ordering information on her website at https://www.stitchnmomma.com/cross-stitch-patterns-misc/temperature-block-sampler and the pattern is also available to order from several needlework shops.

Stitchnmomma Flying Geese Temperature Sampler ($10.00)

Also quilt inspired, available at https://www.stitchnmomma.com/cross-stitch-patterns-misc/flying-geese-temperature-sampler-cross-stitch-pattern

Miss Maple Stitchery Temperature Sampler ($5.00)

Available via Etsy

Climbing Goat Designs Rainbow Temperature Galaxy SAL ($12.61)

A spiral galaxy to stitch throughout the year, available via the Climbing Goat website or Etsy.

Kristi’s Corner Needle Temperature Library ($9.00)

A colorful library shelf full of books, available via Etsy.

Princess Pixel Stitch High Low Daisies ($4.72)

A petal a day to stitch, available via Etsy.

Stormie Girl Stitches Bee Themed Temperature SAL ($10.00)

Available via Etsy

Tom & Lily Creations Temperature Tree of Love ($12.47)

You stitch a little heart shaped leaf on the tree for each day of the year. Pattern available at Etsy.

Stitches in Blue Temperature Sampler (Free)

This one starts in the center and works around in a sort of quilt pattern. You’ll find the instructions and pattern at http://creativeworkshopsfromhetti.blogspot.com/2017/12/happy-new-year-2018-surprise.html (you might need to use Google Translate on the page)

StitchinMommy Temperature Garden Pattern ($10.00)

Cute little rows of flowers bloom throughout the year in this one, each petal with two colors (one for the high temp of the day and one for the low temp of the day.) You’ll find the pattern available on Etsy. There’s also a butterfly temperature piece in this shop.

Carolyn Manning Designs Granny’s Daily Temperature Stitch ($10.00)

This is a granny square inspired design with different colored squares to represent the daily temperature in your area. Both Fahrenheit and Celsius keys included, along with layout, color and black symbol keys, and all project information. You’ll find the pattern details and information at https://www.carolynmanningdesigns.com/stitch-along.php#!/Grannys-Daily-Temperature-Stitch-Along-PDF/p/159387145/category=22531532

ApricotPolkaDot Temperature Pattern ($7.50)

Done a little differently, each little bit of pattern comes together to look a bit like a quilt block. You’ll find the pattern available on Etsy. This shop also has a really cute heart-shaped temperature cross stitch project pattern.

Weather or Dot from the TheItsyBitsyETSY ($7.50)

You can choose from a large pattern (each dot 37 stitches) or a small pattern (each dot is 12 stitches). Details and patterns available on Etsy.

Customized Cross Stitch Annual Heatmap from Tanglewear ($20.00)

Each column of the heatmap is one day, with high temperature at the top to low temperature at the bottom. You can also choose a timeframe that is not a calendar year (maybe a special-to-you year) for a unique and interesting stitch. Available on Etsy. There’s also a blackwork temperature themed piece from this shop that’s lovely.

Ongoing Cross Stitch Stitchalongs That Continue Year to Year…

TUSAL (aka Totally Useless SAL)

This one has been around for awhile. The idea is to empty your ort jar (your thread scraps) on the New Moon of every month and share a photo of your snippets. It’s free to participate in and it’s a fun way to look back and your stitching progress over the month. You’ll find all of the info on DaffyCat’s Stitching Blog https://itsdaffycat.blogspot.com/2018/01/a-totally-useless-stitch-long.html

Mill Hill Monday SAL

This is a Facebook group for a perpetual stitch-a-long that I created for those of us who are addicted to stitching up Mill Hill kits. I’ll be stitching my Mill Hill kits on Mondays throughout the year and I invite you to join me and share your own project progress in the group. This is free to participate in. Bring your own stitching and join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/224469291428374/

Ongoing Christmas Ornament SAL

You might remember from previous year’s posts that this is one of those forever ongoing cross stitch SALs to participate in for folks who want to stitch holiday ornaments throughout the year. The big themes for 2020 are The Twelve Days of Christmas, Christmas Carols, Ornaments from Just Cross Stitch Magazine. You’ll find all of the information on themes and signing up at http://christmasorniesal2015.blogspot.com/

WIPocalypse SAL

You make a list of the works-in-progress that you want to make progress on throughout the year and check in each month. There are additional challenges and themes throughout the year to keep everyone motivated and having fun. http://measi.net/measiblog/wipocalypse_main/2022-wipocalypse-info/

Great Big List of Cross Stitch stitchalongs to Join in 2022

Be sure to like, pin, and share this list to enable a stitchy friend 😉

This Stitch-a-Long List is Ongoing, a Work in Progress All Year…

This is certainly not an exhaustive list of all the stitch-a-longs and groups that are out there in the cross stitching world, but it’s a good starting point if you’re looking for an SAL to participate in.

If you know of a stitchalong or are hosting one that I haven’t mentioned, please leave a comment below and point us in the right direction to join and stitch along!

I’ll try to update this post as often as I can to include new SAL discoveries throughout the year. Enjoy and happy stitching 🙂

Comments

  1. Here are a couple not listed…

    * Pawsitively Twisted in connection with Unconventional XStitch. There are 3 patterns to chose from with a small discount if you’ve never purchased an Unconventional XStitch pattern. This is not a free SAL. The group for the SAL can be found here https://www.facebook.com/groups/570666477474700/

    * Pawsitively Twisted in connection with Stitch It Picasso. It is a year long mystery SAL with a skull/skeleton theme. This is not a free SAL. The pattern can be purchased at https://stitchitpicasso.com/product/yearly-tiny-zodiac-skeleton-sal and the group for the SAL can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/923869881861959/

    * Stitch It Picasso will be doing a Haunted House / Spooky Room mystery SAL starting January 1st. This is not a free SAL. The pattern can be purchased here https://stitchitpicasso.com/product/spooky-12-room-house-sal/ and details on the SAL can be found in the events of Stitch It Picasso’s group https://www.facebook.com/groups/446554040227704

    * Oracle SAL does a yearly SAL. Details for 2022 are still coming but can be found in their Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/5591535967526922

  2. I always love this list every year — thank you for putting it together!

    FYI, you don’t have to be a member of The Pattern Club to participate in the Stitchonomy SALs. There is a free sign up period for each one.

  4. Lesley Teare is having another SAL but I don’t think she has announced a name just yet. There are some photos on her website though. I just finished the Christmas one about a week ago.

    • The Happy Days SAL is out now. About to release the last block. You can find it on her site LesleyTeare.com

  12. Thank you, Loretta, for including the TCSS 2022 Mystery SAL in your list! May we have permission to share your latest blog entry about “keeping up with SALs” in our dedicated Facebook group? I’ll be happy to include a link back to here. 🙂

  16. Utban Stitches is currently running 2 SALs.

    Memento Mori is a (potentially world first) full coverage colour year long blackwork SAL. This is a non-mystery SAL due to its size!

    Until Death Do us Part is the parter piece to That Which Does Not Kill Us. A gothic Victorian inspired piece looking in to deadly plants.

    All available on my website TheUrbanStitches.co,uk

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