Looking for a Stitchalong? This List Has You Covered

One of the fun things about crafting — especially in these times when we can’t physically get together with each other — is virtual events where people all make the same thing.

Stitchalongs are popular in most needle crafts and cross-stitch is no exception. There are a lot of great options for joining in with others from around the world to make something at the same time. It can make you feel a little more connected to others in the crafting world even if you can’t be physically together.

If you’re looking for a cross-stitch stitchalong for the new year, check out this list of stitchalongs compiled by Stitching the Night Away. Some are free and some you have to buy the pattern, but there are a lot of great options, from a temperature stitchalong to a space-themed project, designs inspired by Broadway, an Animal Crossing stitchalong and more.

Head to her website and find some fun projects to tackle this year!

[Photo: Stitching the Night Away.]

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If you like your cross stitch designs full of color and with a bit of an 8-bit video game feel, you’ll want to check out Flossy Fox Shop. This Etsy seller based in Washington state specializes in fantasy creatures, cozy witch scenes, magic and myths, as well as other designs that are sure to delight.

I know that shop category “cozy witch scenes” caught my attention, so let’s take a look. It’s mostly sampler style designs with lots of little elements, and some are specifically parts of the house like a cozy with kitchen or library. The one shown here is called Bats and Bells, Tea and Spells, and it includes a table in front of a window with plenty of fun creatures like a fox, crow, dragon and cat.

On the wall there are swords and an axe, and maybe also some drying herbs and a teapot. The design is 82 by 77 stitches and uses 22 colors. On 14 count fabric it comes out to 5.9 by 5.5 inches, or almost 15 by 14 cm.

The largest category is myths and magic, which includes cryptids, dragons, mermaids, kitsune and other fanciful creatures. Another large group is animals and nature, which is heavy on cats and corgis, as well as foxes.

There’s also a handful of cute bookmarks, some Christmas designs, and a few cute video game inspired designs. They also have a few stitchalongs if that’s something you enjoy.

These projects are colorful, cute and whimsical, and look like they would be a lot of fun to stitch if you like this style.

The shop also includes some cute needle minders and washi tape in a similar style if you want to coordinate your stitching.

Check out all the cuteness at Flossy Fox Shop, and if you stitch up one of their patterns I’d love to hear about it!

[Photo: Flossy Fox Shop]

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