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Big List of Cross Stitch SALs to Join in 2023

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 with other stitchers.

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.

I’ve rounded up as many as I could find, but there’s always more being announced and some really great mid-year starts as well, so keep an eye out. If you see something out there that hasn’t been mentioned, please drop a comment below and let us all know about it.

In no particular order, the cross stitch SALs in 2023…

Tempting Tangles SALs (multiple) ~ paid

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.

Fox & Rabbit Annual SAL (formerly Linen & Threads) ~ free

The theme for 2023 is Royal Garden, and the popular annual stitchalong can be found at https://shop.foxandrabbit.com/

Modern Folk Embroidery Reaching Skyward SAL ~ paid

The details and order page can be found at https://www.modernfolkembroidery.com/product/2023-SAL-reaching-skyward/

Climbing Goat Designs Wonders of the Hubble Space Telescope SAL ~ paid

If you’re looking for amazing space and astronomy themed stitchalongs, Climbing Goat Designs is the place to go. Full details and ordering available at https://www.climbinggoat.co.uk/products/wonders-of-the-hubble-space-telescope or via Etsy if you prefer
(Check out the stitchalongs page for previous SAL charts and upcoming announcements)

Snarky and Modern Gothic Valentine SAL ~ free

The stitchalong itself is free in the Snarky and Modern Facebook Group, however, if you don’t use Facebook there is an option to purchase the PDFs instead. There’s also a beautiful fabric and threads packet that you can get via Etsy.

Taylor and Cromwell Broadway SAL ~ paid

A smash hit each year, and it sounds like this year’s Broadway themed stitchalong is going to be even bigger and more fun. Details and ordering available via Etsy (and you can check out previous SAL designs in the shop as well)

Nerdstitchalong ~ free

A part of Nerdfelt Insiders, this free Facebook group is just for stitchalongs. The group is currently brainstorming themes for new SALs, so pop by and check it out.

Lakeside Needlecraft Stitchalongs ~ 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. (Happiness is Handmade SAL starts in January)

The Cross Stitch Studio In the Garden Mystery SAL ~ paid

A full coverage mystery stitchalong that runs January through December. Sign ups are open until the end of February at https://thecrossstitchstudio.com/collections/featured-patterns/products/2023-mystery-stitch-along

Stitchonomy Stitchalongs ~ multiple

Sign up for notifications and keep an eye out at https://stitch-along.com/
(there’s also a Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/StitchonomySAL/)

Shell’s Arty Fartsy Shop SALs ~ multiple

A few hobby themed (coins and stamps, book lovers, etc…) stitchaongs starting up in January available via her Etsy shop, where you’ll also find full patterns from previous stitchalongs.

Tiny Modernist Stitchalongs ~ multiple

Hosting several SALs each year at https://www.tinymodernist.com/collections/stitch-a-longs

Stitching Cabin Co Autumn Walks Band Sampler SAL ~ paid

Already underway, part five comes out in January, but you can still join in via Etsy.

Peppermint Purple Annual SAL ~ free

Details for the free 2023 stitchalong are available at https://peppermintpurple.com/pages/2023-sal-details

The Steady Thread Botanical Blackwork SAL ~ free

Starting info for the 2023 stitchalong is posted at https://thesteadythread.com/pages/sal-2023, you can access the files throughout the year on the website or in the Steady Thread Facebook Group

Pixel Prime Women in Video Games SAL ~ free

The theme for the 2023 stitchalong is celebrating women in video games, patterns posted monthly at https://pixelprimecrossstitch.blogspot.com/p/pixsal2023.html

Caterpillar Cross Stitch SALs ~ multiple

There are several stitchalongs throughout the year at Caterpillar Cross Stitch https://www.caterpillarcrossstitch.com/collections/cross-stitch-a-longs

Cloudsfactory The Postman Always Rings Twice SAL ~ paid

A fun postcard themed stitchalong that runs all year, details and optional supply packages available at https://cloudsfactory.net/postman-always-rings-twice.html

Paint with Stitches Mystery SAL ~ paid

Each month is like assembling a bit more of a puzzle as the images come together. Ordering available via Etsy

Leslie Teare Country Folk SAL ~ paid

This design features 12 delightful scenes portraying Country Folks on their farm and is available via https://www.creativepoppypatterns.com/country-folk-lesley-teare-designs-2023-stitchalong-subscription-xml-667-4039.html

Stitchingly Stichalongs

I haven’t seen the announcement for the next one yet, but I’m hopeful we’ll see something soon at https://stitchingly.vipmembervault.com/

Olivia Lee Studios The Darkness SAL ~ paid

Flashback to that time when Tom Cruise was in a sci-fi fantasy movie. Details and sign up over on Etsy.

Flossy Fox Shop Farming Magic Stitchalong ~ paid

Will feature a colorful, magical farmyard with harvest fairies, dragons, and more. Details and sign up available via Etsy.

Cliffside Stitches SALs ~ free

Two stitchalongs, one cross stitch and one blackwork, both available at https://cliffsidestitches.com/stitch-alongs/

The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery Halloween Wreath SAL ~ paid

Scary, spooky, and cute mystery stitch runs through August 2023. Details and ordering information available at https://www.thefrostedpumpkinstitchery.com/collections/2022-cross-stitch-a-long-sal/products/halloween-wreath-club-downloadable-pdf-cross-stitch-pattern

Satsuma Street SAL

This one doesn’t start until Spring, but you can sign up for the newsletter or keep an eye on the stitchalong page at https://satsumastreet.com/stitch-alongs

Story Stitches SALs ~ multiple

Upcoming themes include Fantasia and Part of your World (The Little Mermaid). Details and announcements available at https://story-stitches.com/

Witch’s Garden Crafts The Dark Goddess Stitchalong ~ paid

Twelve goddesses will be featured in this stitchalong available via Etsy (beautiful hand-dyed fabric also available)

Quaternion Creations Of Dragons and Apples SAL~ paid

The SAL motifs will be released once every two weeks on Wednesdays and every motif will be accompanied with a short mythological story about a dragon or a serpent from the world mythologies. Available via Etsy.

Crafty Geeks and Fiber Freaks Whovian Mystery SAL ~ free

This Doctor Who themed kicks off March 1st in the facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/craftygeeksandfiberfreaks

Autumn Lane Stitchery Dark Queen of the Earth SAL ~ paid

A companion to Dark Queen of the Sea (previous SAL) you’ll find the details and ordering information on Etsy

Urban Stitches Stitchalongs ~ multiple

You’ll find some interesting stitchalongs going on at https://www.theurbanstitches.co.uk/pages/stitch-alongs

Ingleside Imaginarium Storied Steeds Stitchalong ~ paid

Every other month throughout 2023, a new legendary or mythical horse will be added to this sparkling carousel, available via Etsy

Pixel Pixie X Stitch The Natural World Mystery SAL ~ paid

Think nature meets science meets a cross stitch black sampler. Get all the details and ordering information at https://pixelpixiexstitch.com/products/the-natural-world-2023-mystery-sal

CrossStitch4Everyone Mysteries of the Heart SAL ~ paid

Two pages of chart released per month, info and sign up available via Etsy

Tangled Threads and Things Blackwork Stitchalong ~ free

This free 27-week blackwork stitchalong is available at https://www.tangledthreadsandthings.com/post/the-blackwork-stitch-along-week-1

One Point Mind Over the Moon Mystery Sampler SAL ~ free

No sign up or subscription necessary, you’ll find the pattern releases available at https://www.onepointmind.com/2023mysterysal.html

Ship’s Manor Fairy Tales SAL ~ paid

Familiar fairy tale favorites, with beautiful (optional) hand-dye thread and fabric packs available at https://www.shipsmanor.com/fairy-tales-sal-2023/

Ongoing Stitchlongs

Mill Hill Mondays

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. Bring your Mill Hill kits and join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/224469291428374/

WIPocalypse (12th annual SAL)

Time to pull out those WIPs and give them a little extra love. Check out the details and schedule for this year at https://measi.net/2023-wipocalypse-info/

Ongoing 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. You’ll find all of the information on themes and more at http://christmasorniesal2015.blogspot.com/

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.

I know that not everyone considers these stitchalongs, but I think they still count, some have Facebook groups or Instagram hashtags to follow along with, and they’re fun to work on, so I like to include them here as well. Of course, this is also not a complete list, just a sampling, and there are always more patterns to be discovered out there.

TeenyWeenyXStitch Magic Potions Temperature SAL

Rows of potion bottles and shelves full of fun in this temperature stitchalong available via Etsy

Grandma Be Wildin Neato Bats Temperature Stitch-A-Long

Super fun bats to stitch throughout the year, pattern available via Etsy

Grandma Be Wildin Goth Stitch-A-Long Temperature Cabinet

The cabinet was charted for 2022, but you could easily swap out the year, available via Etsy

Kristi’s Corner Temperature Birds

You can use both the high and low temperature of the day for this stitchalong, available via Etsy

Stitchnmomma Temperature Block Sampler

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 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

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

Sprouting Lupine Quaker Basket Temperature Sampler

A cute quaker basket for each month with leaves for the days. Available via Etsy.

Sapphire Mt Handicrafts Temperature Sampler

This project uses 23 brilliant colors of DMC floss and comes with several different climate options so that you can choose the one that best suits you and still enjoy the full spectrum of color. Available via Etsy.

Carolyn Manning Designs Granny’s Daily Temperature Stitch

Granny square inspired design with different colored squares to represent the daily temperature in your area. Both Fahrenheit and Celsius keys included. 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

Climbing Goat Designs Rainbow Temperature Galaxy SAL

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

Peppermint Purple Bookshelves Temperature Stitch

Includes instructions on how to create your own key (both F and C) so it is suitable for your region ie, the highs are lows are appropriate. Available via Etsy.

ExLibrist Gothic Cathedral Window Temperature Stitch

This blackwork temperature map features a view of a beautiful gothic cathedral with colored stained glass windows. Gargoyles, pigeons, angels (and weeping angels) witness Quasimodo holding Esmeralda in his hands. Pattern available via Etsy.

Salty Stitcher Designs Anchors Away Temperature Stitch

Each small anchor, fish, and the compass in this chart represent one day out of the year, available via Etsy

Customized Cross Stitch Annual Heatmap from Tanglewear 

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.

Paddock Lane Designs Craftroom StitchCount SAL

You can use temperature or anything else that you’d like to track throughout the year with this stitchalong pattern available at https://paddocklanedesigns.com/en-us/products/craftroom-stitchcount-sal-pdf-chart-only (thread and fabric packs also available)

Great Big List of Cross Stitch stitchalongs to Join in 2023

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. I’ll try to update this post as often as I can to include new SAL discoveries throughout the year.

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!

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Comments

  3. Snark and Modern is also doing a temperature SAL, and there’s a Dr Who SAL coming in the FB group Crafty Geeks and Fiber Freaks.

  5. Twin Peaks Primitive is doing a Founding of America SAL and there is a Facebook group to share progress.

  10. I don’t see the 2023 year long Black Dog Sampler by The Scarlett House SAL hosted by Jo Kramer (Jo’s Country Junction – blog) listed here.

  11. Paddock Lane Designs is doing a Craftroom Stitchcount SAL. It is designed in the temperature format – with one section revealed each month to stock your Craftroom. The idea is to track your stitching count or time throughout the year. (Some people are doing temperature, calories, exercise) http://www.PaddockLaneDesigns.com

  12. Cross stitch 4 everyone has a mysteries of the heart SAL beginning Jan 1/23. Please see the Etsy shop for details

  14. Autumn Lane Stitchery has a current SAL going for Dark Queen of the Earth to go alongside the already completed Dark Queen of the Sea.

  19. Thanks so much for compiling this list in one handy spot. That’s a lot of work! *nod of respect

  23. The Morbid Curiosities SAL by The Stitch Crypt is currently running, May-September 2023

  26. Living on the Rainbow has a Book of Shadows SAL. There’s also one called Noctiflora Rare Horrorflies. Both on Etsy.

  27. Cunning Cross Stitch recently started a LotR Stitch Your Own Adventure SAL on his website/in his FB group!

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