August, 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Have been busy burning my fingers to a crisp posting all the beautiful new stuff coming out at the end of this month. I’m certain we haven’t seen from everyone yet! Preordering is open now. How to do that? 

1. Place an order online
2. Email me with your wishes
3. Send a carrier pigeon 😀

I do ask for it in writing so that it’s not forgotten. If you just tell me when you’re in the shop, make me write it down. I always think I’ll remember but I know good & well that’s risky business. 😀

You can see the full array of lovelies hee – 2026 Needlework Marketplace 

Needlework Marketplace is different than Nashville in that Marketplace is a virtual event. No cash & carry like Nashville. So once the order is place, we have to wait for the designer to ship it whereas Nashville I bring it home. 

If you preorder, you’ll be notified as soon as it comes in. You can think pick it up or I can ship to you. Your call. 

There will be shop stock. When it sells out, more will come on reorders however, minimums and such must be met when ordering otherwise the shipping charges will be insane. So! If there’s something you really want, preorder it so that I add your wants to my initial order and then you won’t have to wait.

Holler with any questions! 🙂

Big E

Deadline for entry into the needlework competition for the Big E is in the next couple weeks. I believe the deadline is the 15th. Hint: Don’t wait until then in case it’s the 14th. 😀 

Drop off is September 1. Below is the link with tons of information in it as well as the registration form. There is a $5 fee per entry (not per person). I truly hope folks will enter as you all do beautiful work. Let’s get the word out there that this shop has some wicked talented stitchers! – Competitive Exhibits 

NEW DESIGNERS

1884 Stitchery Designs
Hillside Samplings (a comeback)
Little Loops
McIntosh Samplers (a comeback)
Of Female Worth (a comeback)
Rowland Cole’s Images of Nature
Susan Standley Stitch in Time

The Digi Stitchery

EVENTS

In collaboration with our friends at Appletree Fabrics, we will once again have a stitch nite at Appletree’s much bigger room. 😀 Registration is required, but there’s no fee. 

Date: Sunday, 11/8 5-8PM

NEXT SAL: Have had numerous questions about “what will be the next SAL?” Have narrowed down the next SAL suggestion to the following. Looking to start in January, 2027 –

• Ornament of the month
• Animal Crackers
• Primrose Cottage quakers

Is there a specific design or style that you’d like to see be a monthly SAL? I’d love to hear what peaks your interest. Let me know!

PAJAMA PARTY

AYUP! It’s happening! Year #2 and we’re so excited. Registration is open now! $230 for the weekend which includes pizza on Friday, breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday and lunch on Saturday. We are almost 50% booked! Don’t delay on registering as I would hate to Wait List you! $230 full fee and $115 non-refundable deposit. 

Pillow exchange is happening again this year. It was amazing to see the creativity of those that participated. If there are questions, just let me know. – 2027 Pajama Party 

TRUNK SHOWS
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch, Millennial Fabrics
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, 8/2, 4:30-8PM. If you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. 

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with creative goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Future Dates – July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (one week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for 2026)

Here are the dates for next year. Everyone will need to register so let me know which days to add you for – 2027 Future Dates – Jan. 3, Jan. 17, Feb. 7, Feb. 21, Mar. 21, Apr. 4, Apr. 18, May 2, May 16, Jun. 20, Jul. 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, Oct. 3, Oct. 17, Nov. 7, Dec. 5 (final for 2027)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS

Sampler Club: Wednesday, 8/5 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather with other sampler lovers. This is my Club project –

    Tomato Tomahto by Needle & Moss 

Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 (final for 2026)

Space is limited for each night, so registration is a must. Sampler Club night is truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!
FUTURE CLOSINGS
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1, 2027 (New Year’s Day)
Fri., Mar. 12, 2027 (10AM-1PM; then closing for Pajama Party set up)

          August 2026

Preorders are now open!

As designers let us know what they will release at the end of August, I will post. A collection of all charts, fun stuff, etc. will be posted here —

2026 Needlework Marketplace

While I will order for the shop, if there are charts, etc. that you want for your own stash, please preorder it. It’s the best way to ensure that you get what you want vs. having to wait for reorders if we sell out.

Here we gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!! 😀

      July, 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

NEW DESIGNERS
From the Bottom Designs 
Rowland Cole’s Images of Nature 

EVENTS

In collaboration with our friends at Appletree Fabrics, we will once again have a stitch nite at Appletree’s much bigger room. 😀 Registration is required, but there’s no fee. 

Date: Sunday, 11/8 5-8PM

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

Final gathering for this SAL is reschedule to Sunday, July 26. 

NEXT SAL: Have had numerous questions about “what will be the next SAL?” Have narrowed down the next SAL suggestion to the following. Looking to start in January, 2027 –

• Ornament of the month
• Animal Crackers
• Primrose Cottage quakers

Is there a specific design or style that you’d like to see be a monthly SAL? I’d love to hear what peaks your interest. Let me know!

PAJAMA PARTY

AYUP! It’s happening! Year #2 and we’re so excited. Registration is open now! $230 for the weekend which includes pizza on Friday, breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday and lunch on Saturday. We are almost 50% booked! Don’t delay on registering as I would hate to Wait List you! $230 full fee and $115 non-refundable deposit. 

Pillow exchange is happening again this year. It was amazing to see the creativity of those that participated. If there are questions, just let me know.

2027 Pajama Party 

TRUNK SHOWS
July, 2026 – Millennial Fabrics
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, 7/12, 4:30-8PM. We’re booked up with a wait list, so if you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. Can’t wait to see what you all are working on.

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with creative goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Future Dates – July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (one week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for 2026)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS

Sampler Club: Wednesday, 7/1 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather with other sampler lovers. W

Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2 (final for 2026)

Space is limited for each night, so registration is a must. Sampler Club night is truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!

Thank you from my broken, but mending heart for all the support, love, kindness and friendship blessed upon me and my family during my dad’s acute decline and passing. There is nothing more important than family and you all are a part of that family. Thank you.

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1, 2027 (New Year’s Day)
Fri., Mar. 12, 2027 (10AM-1PM; then closing for Pajama Party set up)

          July 2026

     

May/June, 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Kreinik: Word from a distributor (cuz I asked on why the 40 #4 braids I ordered are ALL backordered) is this – Rainbow Gallery says they are waiting on more winding machines. I find that suspect myself as they posted recently that they had gotten in those machines. So not sure what the continued delay is from RG. Stay tuned… 

From Fleur de Paris (US-based distributor of all sorts of stuff –

NEW DESIGNERS
Mkissa Creations 
The Little Stitcher 
Thread Milk Design

EVENTS

Join us for a fun-filled day of stitching, shopping, and community at our special pop-up event, **Red White and Stitch**! Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or just getting started, everyone is welcome.

**June 14, 2026**

**703 W. Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA**

**11:00 AM – 5:00 PM**

We’re excited to feature **Threaded Needle**, bringing along:

Nashville Market releases

Beautiful fabrics

Stitching accessories you’ll love

What else to expect:

A relaxed, welcoming space to stitch and connect

Plenty of parking available

A pizza party to wrap up the day!

Bring your current project or start something new!

**All are welcome!**

In collaboration with our friends at Appletree Fabrics, we will once again have a stitch nite at Appletree’s much bigger room. 😀 Registration is required, but there’s no fee. 

Date: Sunday, 11/8, 5-8PM

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor
So the first of these magnificent pieces is done! Linda H. has completed her project! 

Final Date: June 28

NEXT SAL: Have had numerous questions about “what will be the next SAL?” Here are the recommendations I’ve had so far –

• A large sampler
• A Mirabilia
• A full coverage
• An ornament of the month
• Animal Crackers
• Primrose Cottage quakers

Is there a specific design or style that you’d like to see be a monthly SAL? I’d love to hear what peaks your interest. Let me know!

AYUP! It’s happening! Year #2 and we’re so excited. Registration is open now! $230 for the weekend which includes pizza on Friday, breakfasts on Saturday & Sunday and lunch on Saturday. Pillow exchange is happening again this year. It was amazing to see the creativity of those that participated. If there are questions, just let me know.

2027 Pajama Party 

WHEN: March 12-14, 2027
WHERE: Doubletree by Hilton, Westborough MA

TRUNK SHOWS
July, 2026 – Millennial Fabrics
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 
November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, 6/7, 4:30-8PM. We’re booked up with a wait list, so if you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. Can’t wait to see what you all are working on.

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Future Dates – June 7, June 21, July 12 (one week later cuz of Fourth of July), July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (one week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for 2026)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS
Sampler Club: Wednesday, 7/1 6:30-8:30PM 
Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather with other sampler lovers. We met last night. Love getting to know folks and this small group setting is the perfect opportunity for that.

Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: July 1, Aug. 4, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1 (final for 2026)

Space is limited for each night, so registration is a must. Sampler Club night is truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!
Perforated Paper vs. Perforated PVC
Wanted to give the new Perforated PVC a try as I LOVED the Perforated Paper. I confess, I was quite skeptical. But, it was a good stitching experience with a really cute outcome.

Stitching on the PVC version was quite easy. It’s as thin as the paper, but actually a bit more flexible. The finished product looks the same. I did find that if I had to rip out, that if it was more than a couple stitches, the thread would shred. But, truly, other than that this product is a good one. I’m quite happy with it! Come see the new models to see for yourself!

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1, 2027 (New Year’s Day)
Fri., Mar. 12, 2027 (10AM-1PM; then closing for Pajama Party set up)

          May/June 2026

      April, 2026

Holy moly we’re past the middle of April already and this newsletter is still sitting here! Every day I think, today is the day, and yet here we are. 

There’s so much to say and just not enough hours in the day to say it. lol

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Little Stitch Girl has stepped away from designing and is returning to the land of “just stitching.” We will continue to carry her designs until we can’t get them anymore. Her most popular design is this one –

Have ordered extra copies so get it while you can!

NEW DESIGNERS
Blue Moon Designs 

Caterpillar Cross Stitch
House of Stitch and Stash LLC
Mulberry Stitches
Needle & Moss
Notforgotten Farm™
The CozyDH Shop
The Marigold Needle

The Stitchery Sisters
TopKnot Stitcher

Gentle Art is retiring some of their “less popular” colors. Listed below are the ones going away and the recommended substitutions from Gentle Art. We have these colors in stock for now, but once they’re gone, they’re gone. There are likely other colors that will work especially when you look at your project and see where the retired color falls in your project palate.

Retiring Colors		Substitutions
Autumn		Brandy
Bluebell		Slate
Cotton Candy		Porcelain
Creekbed		Garden Gate
Dragonfly		Moss
Jasmine		Punchberry
Kiwi		Spring Grass
Lavender Potpourri		French Lilac
Mint Jubilee		Sea Spray
Pineapple Sherbet		Peach Ice Cream
Rag Doll		Parchment
Summer Meadow		Willow
Summer Shower		Old Blue Paint
Verdigris		Woodtrail

Kreinik metallics remain an issue across the country. I went to Nashville with a list of at least 50 #4s thinking I’d bring home at least half. We were third in line so entered the room in the first wave. Split the list between Jim and I and we got nothing. Not because the two ahead of us took it all, but because they didn’t bring it. No gold, silver, pearl, red, etc. The only #4s that were there were ones not currently called for in charts. How do I know? Cuz I make a list of every thread being used so that I can get what you all need.

I share this with you so that you understand that the lack of availability isn’t for lack of trying. I just submitted another order of ONLY #4s. Let’s see what comes in. You’ll hear the shouting from the mountain top if and when they come in.

Rainbow Gallery Petite Treasures are an possible substitution. For me, they aren’t as good of a product as Kreinik; however, they aren’t bad. What’s the difference? HISTORY: Kreinik and Rainbow Gallery are the top two contenders in the ring. Kreinik being the favorite for ease in use. Kreinik #4s use four threads twisted together. Petite Treasures only use 3 so coverage is slightly less. However, on linens, evenweaves and smaller counts of Aida, they are fine. They do tend to fray if you use a too-long length. 

If no #4s come in with the latest order, that will be my next option. Bringing in another thread line wasn’t on my initial 2026 plan, but not having #4s wasn’t either. So, we punt and go a different route. Don’t give up. The delay is on the manufacturing end. Can’t blame the distributors as they don’t have the product either. 

EVENTS

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

Crazy to think we only have 3 more months, 2 gatherings before our 1 year is up for this SAL. Everyone is at different stages of progress with Linda likely to be the first one done. Me? Oh boy. I’m on pace to finish by June 30th. Probably 11:59PM, but I’m determined. 😀 

Below is a quick pic of just a few of the pieces in the works. 

Future Dates: Apr. 26, June 28 (final)

TRUNK SHOWS 

April, 2026 – Frony Ritter Designs
July, 2026 – Flamingo Toes (needleminders)
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is TONIGHT, Sunday, 4/19, 4:30-8PM. We booked up with a wait list, so if you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. It’s rainy, but what better place to be in rainy weather than with friends who LOVE stitching as much as you do! Can’t wait to see what you all are working on.

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Future Dates – May 3, May 17, June 7, June 21, July 12 (one week later cuz of Fourth of July), July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (one week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for 2026)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS

Sampler Club: May 6, 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month, is a time to gather with other sampler lovers. Only sampler stitching on this day. 😀 Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: June 2, July 1, Aug. 4, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1 (final for 2026)

Space is limited for each night, so registration is a must. Sampler Club night is truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!
FUTURE CLOSINGS
Sun., May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)

      April 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

From designer Kathy Barrick – 

As most of you have probably heard, my daughter, Liz, of Hello From Liz Mathews, recently acquired my sister’s business Carriage House Samplings.  Most of you probably also know that I was the original owner of Carriage House Samplings.  My sister Marty, has retired and will now be spending her days doing her first love, oil painting.  I’m so happy for her!  And, I’m very happy that Liz will now have my original artwork and my sister’s as well!

When Liz decided to take on Carriage House, she asked me if there were any of my old designs I’d like.  I knew instantly what I wanted!  My stockings!!

So, my old stocking designs, and Marty’s one stocking design are now mine!  I’m so excited!  I’ve spent days and days working on them; editing them a bit, and creating sampler versions of the designs.  I’ve had two of them re-stitched and Marty provided me with the original stitched pieces she had.  Interestingly, my Mom stitched the Virtuous Woman Stocking for Marty on Aida.  This was a surprise to me and the timing could not have been better since my Mom passed away in late December.

I’ll be releasing four of these designs at Market. They are:  Sampler Stocking, Noah’s Stocking, Virtuous Woman Stocking and Skating Santa Stocking.  I’ve tweaked the stockings a bit and created sampler versions of each.  The photos aren’t quite ready yet, but will be soon and I’ll share them with you then.  There are four more stocking designs that I’ll be releasing at Needlework Marketplace in August.  I hope to have at least one more stocking designed by then too.

Satsuma Street lovers – Due to the changes in the perforated paper product, her wonderful ornament kits will not be available in Nashville or until further notice. We do have few in stock, but once they’re gone, we have to wait for the revamp. 

Perforated PVC is in! I confess, as a perforated paper lover, I was skeptical, but this is a really good product! I spoke with Frony Ritter of Frony Ritter Designs who does a ton of design work on perforated paper and she said she’s quite happy with it. The finished product is practically indistinguishable! All very exciting news indeed. Now maybe we can get black in cuz I’ve had an order in since before the shop opened and still don’t have it. Lol

NASHVILLE – 2026 Nashville Needlework Market 

We leave Thursday. Can you believe it? Holy moly! If you haven’t had a chance to browse the above site, now is good! Let me know if there’s something in particular you want and I’ll do my best to get it. I’m already receiving word of sell outs on some items. Such beauties await! Will be posting from Nashville this year because there are designs that we haven’t received advance notice on. Will get them up as quickly as possible for you to order so that I can try to bring home the right quantities. Life is good! 

NEW DESIGNERS
Paddock Lane 

Ronnie Rowe Designs 

EVENTS

PAJAMA PARTY (Pajama Party)
March 13-15, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester, MA

Registration deadline for those still thinking about it is February 5. Final payments are also due then. Don’t delay and miss out! Come join the fun!

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

“Courtesy of the snow, we didn’t meet up in January.” That was my comment in the previous newsletter. Sadly, we didn’t meet in February for the same reason! Let’s hope March is kinder! 😀 Next gathering is Mar. 22.

Gentle Art Wrought Iron is back in stock for those wanting to add to their stash for this piece. Let me know how many you want. 🙂

Future Dates: Apr. 26, June 28 (final). 

TRUNK SHOWS 

March, 2026 – Frony Ritter Designs
                        Violets & Sunshine (New designer! We’re the first show!)

                        Under the Sea Fabrics

April, 2026 – Darlene D’eon Designs
July, 2026 – Flamingo Toes (needleminders)
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
UPDATE: As I sit here stressing about tomorrow night, I realize that I just have to make the decision so that you all can make alternate plans. 

If you haven’t heard, I have pneumonia, again. It’s really kicking me to the curb right now. Fever is gone, but I’m slow to bounce back. In addition, WE HAVE NO PARKING. The snow is monopolizing so many spaces which leaves us with barely 10 spots. Not near enough to accommodate everyone. So, that being said. And this pains me as I long to sit with you all and relax. Laugh. Enjoy your company. But, NO STITCH NITE on March 1. 

Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, Mar. 29, 4:30-8PM. Slight schedule change because of the Pajama Party so check your calendar. If you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. Let’s hope the snow doesn’t cause additional cancellations!

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Future Dates – Mar. 29, Apr. 19, May 3, May 17, June 7, June 21, July 12 (one week later cuz of Fourth of July), July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (one week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for 2026)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS, CLUBS and CLUBS
Confession time: As much fun as these are, I love them, it is true that they really aren’t attended well. During the winter, it’s just too cold & icky out to venture out from under the blankets. 😀 And when the weather is nice, there’s just so much going on. More oft than not, it’s a party of one with me, myself and I or only one other person comes. When that happens we have a great time. Truly. I love smaller group sessions and getting to know you all. 

However, it might be better to try to find a better time that works for folks. We’ve tried Wednesdays for a while now, let me know if there is a better time that you’d like to try. 

The Sampler Club remains active, but we will shut down the others for now. 

Let me know what appeals to you. I want you to feel that this is your shop. That your input has value. Because it does. Let me know what you think!  

Sampler Club: Apr. 1 (no foolin’!), 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month, except March because of Nashville & the Pajama Party, is a time to gather and work on whatever sampler you have going or starting. Only sampler stitching on this day. 😀 Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: May 6, June 2, July 1, Aug. 4, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1 (final for 2026)

Space is limited for each night, so registration is a must. Sampler Club night is truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!
This has come up recently at the shop so thought I’d share this information again. Several years ago, DMC discontinued some of the colors in the higher 3800 range. If you’re using an older chart, like this customer today, there are replacements. Here they are –

3880 replaced with 223
3881 replaced with 164
3882 replaced with 839
3883 replaced with 722
3884 replaced with 535
3885 replaced with 312
3886 replaced with 3685
3887 replaced with 208
3888 replaced with 3740
3889 replaced with 445
3890 replaced with 3766
3891 replaced with 995
3892 replaced with 740
3893 replaced with 543
3894 replaced with 907
3895 replaced with 646

Here are few random DMC flosses that have been discontinued and their replacements –

504 replaced with 3813
731 replaced with 732
776 replaced with 3326
781 replaced with 782
971 replaced with 740
806 replaced with 3760
868 replaced with 801
3773 replaced with 407

Threads that we carry –
Caron Waterlilies
Classic Colorworks
Dinky Dyes Silk (custom order)
DMC Floss
DMC Pearl Cotton #5, 8, 12
Gentle Art Sampler Threads
Gentle Art Simply Shaker
Needlepoint Inc. Silk
Weeks Dye Works

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Thu., Mar. 5 – Sun., Mar. 7 (Nashville Trade Show)
Fr., Mar. 13 (Pajama Party) Closing at 3PM so we can get set up at the Hilton
Sun., Apr. 5 (Easter)
Sun., May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)

      March 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Received this notice from Hello from Liz Mathews which I believe she has since posted on social media. I don’t anticipate delays on receiving these fabulous charts, but just letting everyone know of the change. Not sure if we’ll see more new from Marty Barrick although I suspect not. 

EVENTS

PAJAMA PARTY (Pajama Party)
March 13-15, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester, MA

Registration deadline for those still thinking about it is February 5. Final payments are also due then. Don’t delay and miss out! Come join the fun!

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

Courtesy of the snow, we didn’t meet up in January. Next gathering is Feb. 22.

Future Dates: Mar. 22, Apr.  26, June 28 (final). 

TRUNK SHOWS 

March, 2026 – Frony Ritter Designs
                        Violets & Sunshine 
Under the Sea Fabrics
April, 2026 – Darlene D’eon Designs
July, 2026 – Flamingo Toes (needleminders)
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

BOOK CLUB
Because of Nashville prep and then the Pajama Party, Book Club is taking a break cuz there just isn’t reading time. 😀 Next gathering May 20 cuz April 15 could be a busy day for some. 😀 Will post upcoming books in the next newsletter.

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Dang snow! Cost us a time to be together in mid-January! Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, Feb. 1, 4:30-8PM. If you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later. Let’s hope the snow doesn’t cause another cancellation!

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Stitch Nites – Feb. 15, Mar. 1, Mar. 29 (changed cuz of the Pajama Party), Apr. 19, May 3, May 17, June 7, June 21, July 12 (one week later cuz of Fourth of July), July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (on week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for the year)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS, CLUBS and CLUBS
So much fun packed into two hours! Join us for these small-group, focused stitch nights filled with new friends, stories, laughter and stitching.

Sampler Club: Feb. 4, 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather and work on whatever sampler you have going or start a new one. Only sampler stitching on this day. 😀 Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: Apr. 1, May 6 (No meet in March as we’ll be leaving for Nashville.)

WIP Club: Feb. 11, 6:30-8:30PM
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month is a time to do some focused stitching on any WIP in your basket. Registration required, but no fee. 2026 Dates: Apr. 8, May 13 (No March meet as we’ll be getting ready for the Nashville Reveal & the Pajama Party.)

Holiday Club: Feb. 25, 6:30-8:30PM

Every 4th Wednesday of the month we meet to work on holiday stitching. Any holiday, real or made up, just has to be a holiday project. 😀 Registration required, no fee. 2026 Dates: Mar. 25, Apr. 22, May 27

Space is limited for each Club night, so registration is a must. These club nights are truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!

Caron Waterlilies
We are adding this gorgeous hand-dyed silk line to the offerings here at Threaded Needle. This silk is 12-ply, 6-yard skein of soft gorgeousness. 

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Thu., Mar. 5 – Sun., Mar. 7 (Nashville Trade Show)
Fr., Mar. 13 (Pajama Party) Closing at 3PM so we can get set up at the Hilton
Sun., Apr. 5 (Easter)
Sun., May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)

   

 February 2026

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Modern Folk Embroidery – Unfortunately, we will no longer be able to carry this fabulous designer. Per my email with Jacob, the state of “things” including the weakening U.S. dollar has forced him to make a business decision to end his relationship with his current U.S. distributor. He’s in the Netherlands and until he figures out if or how he can ship direct, how that will impact pricing and other associated logistics OR finds another stateside distributor, we will not be able to get his designs here in the U.S. When our current inventory runs out, that’s it for now. So sad. 🙁

EVENTS

PAJAMA PARTY (Pajama Party)
March 13-15, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester, MA

It’s January and this fabulous event is only 2.5 months away. Holy moly! 

There are still seats available for the full weekend or just Saturday. Don’t delay and they are going quickly now!

Also, if you’ve paid the deposit, it’s time to submit the balance. 

Coming very soon –

A Facebook page dedicated to the retreat. It will be private so watch for your invitation.

Mugs, tshirts (if I can get the ones I want), needleminders

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

We met again the last Sunday in December. I totally forgot to take pictures of everyone’s work, so here’s only mine –

Subsequent Sundays are Feb. 22, Mar. 22, Apr.  26, June 28 (final). 

TRUNK SHOWS 

December – Giulia Punti Antichi (This one leaves us in a week.)

March, 2026 – Frony Ritter Designs
                        Violets & Sunshine 

April, 2026 – Darlene D’eon Designs
July, 2026 – Flamingo Toes (needleminders)
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 

November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

BOOK CLUB
Because of busy schedules, we ended up not meeting in December. 

For January, here’s our Read. We’ll select the upcoming months on Wed., Jan. 21, when we meet. Future nights: Feb. 18, Mar. 18, Apr. 15, May 20

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, Jan. 4, 4:30-8PM. We have full plates for this night so there is a Wait List. If you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later so I can reach out to folks who are waiting to join in.

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

2026 Stitch Nites – Jan. 18, Feb. 1, Feb. 15, Mar. 1, Mar. 29 (changed cuz of the Pajama Party), Apr. 19, May 3, May 17, June 7, June 21, July 12 (one week later cuz of Fourth of July), July 19, Aug. 2, Aug. 16, Sept. 13 (on week later cuz of Labor Day), Sept. 20, Oct. 4, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 (final for the year)

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Instagram, Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS, CLUBS and CLUBS
So much fun packed into two hours! Join us for these small-group, focused stitch nights filled with new friends, stories, laughter and stitching.

Sampler Club: Jan. 7, 6:30-8:30PM 

Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather and work on whatever sampler you have going or start a new one. Only sampler stitching on this day. 😀 Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: Feb. 4, Apr. 1, May 6 (No meet in March as we’ll be leaving for Nashville.)

WIP Club: Dec. 10, 6:30-8:30PM
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month is a time to do some focused stitching on any WIP in your basket. Registration required, but no fee. 2026 Dates: Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Apr. 8, May 13 (No March meet as we’ll be getting ready for the Nashville Reveal & the Pajama Party.)

Holiday Club: Jan. 28, 6:30-8:30PM

Every 4th Wednesday of the month we meet to work on holiday stitching. Any holiday, real or made up, just has to be a holiday project. 😀 Registration required, no fee. 2026 Dates: Feb. 25, Mar. 25, Apr. 22, May 27

Space is limited for each Club night, so registration is a must. These club nights are truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Thu., Mar. 5 – Sun., Mar. 7 (Nashville Trade Show)
Fr., Mar. 13 (Pajama Party) Closing at 3PM so we can get set up at the Hilton
Sun., Apr. 5 (Easter)
Sun., May 24 (Memorial Day Weekend)
Sat., July 4 (Fourth of July)
Sun., Sept. 6 (Labor Day)
Wed., Nov. 25 (Thanksgiving Eve)
Thu., Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving)
Thu., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve)
Fri., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Thu., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Fri., Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)

      January 2026

Personally, have found copyright violations on TEMU. The latest was a chart of Teresa Kogut’s that was pulled from Hello America and being sold as a single chart. It was with the help of a couple customers that we were able to find this and report it to the Kogut’s.

I don’t have experience with SHEIN.

Here’s the latest video about this — Officials push for investigations into Shein and Temu | Watch

I know TEMU’s prices are really low, just wanted to bring this to your attention.

GLOBAL NEEDLEWORK COMMUNITY

Perforated Paper – This has been an ongoing challenge to get in on a consistent basis since we opened almost two years ago. Example, In February, 2024, I placed an order for black perforated paper. To date, it still has not EVER come in!

Received an email from Wichelt, the sole distributor of said perforated paper which explains a lot. There is a change coming to this product. The best way to explain is to use their words –

No idea when we will begin to see this new product, but am hoping I love it, and that you all love it, as much as the current product. Stay tuned for more.

EVENTS

PAJAMA PARTY (Pajama Party)
March 13-15, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester, MA

THREE MONTHS until our first annual Pajama Party! Holy moly I cannot believe it. Time is flying by and this Pajama Party will be a dream. (See what I did there? :D:D:D:D)

Rooms are still available at the Hilton Garden Inn, but the special block with the lower pricing is full. We aren’t able to get more.  

We will create a Facebook page for this event starting in January. Updates will be posted there as well as on the shop page and our website. 

We have opened up a Saturday only option for those interested in that. Hopefully you can join us for just the day! Info on that can be found here – Pajama Party: Saturday Only (non-refundable)

Question from a stitcher: I’m planning my table gifts & wondered how many per table?

Answer: 8 per table as they are large, round tables.

Have a meeting in January with the Hilton so will have more information then. Will also take pictures of the meeting room for your viewing pleasure. 

Coming: Mugs, Needle Minders (these will have the PP logo on them).

SAL: American Flag Quilt Sampler by Rosewood Manor

We met at Appletree Fabrics for our monthly gathering. So much fun to see all the quilters and different crafting going on. I sat with each person to learn their craft and man am I intrigued. So much incredible work coming out of both shops. I had such a blast that I totally forgot to take pictures. I regret that so much. Hopefully we can do this again next year as it was so much fun! Thank you to Ginny at Appletree for having us. Was kinda nice to spread out. 😀

We meet the 4th Sunday of each month, 5-8PM with the next session on Dec. 28. GOAL: Another 5 state quilt squares + another band.

Subsequent Sundays are Jan. 25, Feb. 22, Mar. 22, Apr.  26, June 28 (final). 

DESIGNER DISCOVERY 

New Designers –
Cross Stitching Art 
Violets & Sunshine 

TRUNK SHOWS 
December – Giulia Punti Antichi
January, 2026 – Wildflower Stitching 
March, 2026 – Frony Ritter Designs
                        Violets & Sunshine 
April, 2026 – Darlene D’eon Designs
July, 2026 – Flamingo Toes (needleminders)
September, 2026 – Lola Crow Cross Stitch
October, 2026 – The Stitch Crypt 
November, 2026 – Lapin Loops fabrics

BOOK CLUB
For December, am reading –

Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6:30-8:30PM

Registration is required to attend; however, reading along because of your love of books is encouraged! If you can’t make it and have registered, please let me know so I can reach out to anyone on the Wait List. Book Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month with the following remaining 2026 dates: Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 18, May 20 (Not sure about April 15 as that’s Tax Day.)

We will be selecting our 2026 books at our December gathering. Have any suggestions? Please let me know as we’d love to read some of your favorites. 

The library of previously read books is at the shop and available for borrowing. There is a 2-week limit although I do confess, we don’t charge late fees. :D:D

SUNDAY STITCH NITES
Next Stitch Nite is Sunday, Dec. 7, 4:30-8PM. There’s room at the table if you are looking for a fabulous night of friendship and stitching. If you’re previously registered and your plans have changed, please let me know sooner rather than later so I can reach out to folks who are waiting to join in. Last Stitch Nite for 2025. Can you believe it?

Wanna join going forward? Would LOVE for you to. It’s a great way to meet fellow stitchers, make new friends and surround yourself with goodness! You can register in advance. Just let me know to add you on which dates to make sure you have a seat at the table.

No fee, but registration is required so we ensure there are seats for all. We set up differently depending on how many are coming. There’s room at the table. Let me know if we’re setting a place for you. 🙂  

Future Stitch Nites – 2026 Dates: Jan. 4, Jan. 18, Feb. 1, Feb. 15, Mar. 1, Mar. 29 (changed cuz of the Pajama Party), Apr. 19, May 3, May 17

If there is a need to cancel, it will be posted online via Instagram, Facebook and the website (threadedneedle.org).

CLUBS, CLUBS and CLUBS
So much fun packed into two hours! Join us for these small-group, focused stitch nights filled with new friends, stories, laughter and stitching.

Sampler Club: Jan. 7, 6:30-8:30PM 
Every 1st Wednesday of the month is a time to gather and work on whatever sampler you have going or start a new one. Only sampler stitching on this day. 😀 Registration required, but no fee. 🙂 As always, let me know if your plans change so I can reach out to those waiting. 2026 Dates: Feb. 4, Apr. 1, May 6 (No meet in March as we’ll be leaving for Nashville.)

WIP Club: Dec. 10, 6:30-8:30PM
Every 2nd Wednesday of the month is a time to do some focused stitching on any WIP in your basket. Registration required, but no fee. 2026 Dates: Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Apr. 8, May 13 (No March meet as we’ll be getting ready for the Nashville Reveal & the Pajama Party.)

Holiday Club: Jan. 28, 6:30-8:30PM
Every 4th Wednesday of the month we meet to work on holiday stitching. Any holiday, real or made up, just has to be a holiday project. 😀 Registration required, no fee. 2026 Dates: Feb. 25, Mar. 25, Apr. 22, May 27

Space is limited for each Club night, so registration is a must. These club nights are truly so much fun! Great conversation. Small group. Wonderful friends.

MORE STUFF!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to our food drive to benefit the Grafton Food Bank. Below is a picture of what we took to them. 

FUTURE CLOSINGS
Wed., Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) Closing at 4PM
Thu., Dec. 25 (Christmas)
Wed., Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) Closing at 4PM
Thu., Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day)
Thu., Mar. 5 – Sun., Mar. 7 (Nashville Trade Show)
Fr., Mar. 13 (Pajama Party) Closing at 3PM so we can get set up at the Hilton

      December 2025