Cook up a storm with our brand NEW Holly Jolly Kitchen Christmas stitch-a-long!
Aprons at the ready, it’s time to get baking with our 6-part stitch-a-long, revealing a beautiful design full of tasty treats. This festive project is sure to brighten up your home or make a perfect present for under the Christmas tree.
Join a supportive community of crafters, sharing your stitching progress and celebrating the milestones, as you come together to create a fun, festive and delicious masterpiece.
Brand NEW ‘Holly Jolly Kitchen’ opens for pre-order on Friday 9th August at 5pm UK time and we’re so excited to share the details with you.
WHAT IS A STITCH-A-LONG?
Grab your rolling pin and start your stitching journey with a community of like-minded crafters, working together on a mystery cross stitch pattern! Once a fortnight we will send a surprise pattern piece directly to your email inbox, starting 17th September and ending in November. The one-off price contains all 6 pattern pieces.
Come together with old friends and make new ones with our brand new SAL - it’s sure to get you in the festive spirit!
Join our Holly Jolly Kitchen SAL and learn from fellow stitchers in our dedicated Facebook group. Stitch at your own pace, with the added encouragement of other crafty individuals, where you’ll share progress photos, tips and fun stitchy experiences. Share the joy of completing a craft project with other stitchers. Doesn’t that sound fun?
WHAT IS THE HOLLY JOLLY KITCHEN STITCH-A-LONG?
Time to get baking! Enjoy your favourite festive treats and other Christmassy motifs and kitchen accessories.
Thinking of ordering a full kit? You will have the option of 14 or 18 count aida (we recommend 14 count for beginners), or 28 count evenweave. The full kit contains all of the pre-sorted supplies needed to create this fun needlework project - including more floss than you need for the design (just in case of any happy accidents). In the unlikely scenario that you run out, we'll send additional thread free of charge.
All of the beautiful supplies are from top needlecraft brands (Zweigart and DMC) and already cut to size. This means your fabric is the right colour and size for this design (with sufficient allowance around the edge for finishing off).
All Caterpillar Cross Stitch patterns are designed with beginners in mind, including our stitch-a-longs. This means there won’t be any tricky French knots or back stitch in Holly Jolly Kitchen, just a design considered an absolute treat for first-time cross stitchers.
Considering PDF patterns only? We'll provide everything you need to know including fabric colour, size, thread lengths and colours, so that you can use items from your own stash or scroll online craft makers and order the supplies yourself.
HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
Holly Jolly Kitchen will be spread across 3 months, starting in September and finishing in November. Simply tap here on 9th August at 5pm UK time to join and we'll take care of the rest.
You will receive your first pattern piece on 17th September at 12 midday in your email inbox, and the other pattern pieces will follow throughout October and November.
Holly Jolly Kitchen is counted cross stitch, so there's no printing on the fabric. Want to personalise the design? It’s really easy! Feel free to add some additional Christmas motifs or you could even try changing up the thread colours.
If you enjoyed stitching Stitch into Christmas, 12 Days of Christmas or Deck the Halls you are guaranteed to love Holly Jolly Kitchen. The Christmassy designs work perfectly together so why not stitch them all for some beautiful festive decorations.
There’s plenty of stitchy support along the way. We have tutorials for anything and everything cross stitch related on our YouTube channel, and our friendly customer service team is available Monday-Friday 9-4pm (UK time).
We love seeing your hard work and celebrating your stitch-a-long achievements, so don’t forget to follow and share your progress photos with the community.
WHO CAN JOIN?
Our stitch-a-longs are great for everyone! If you’re a beginner stitcher, you can benefit from unlimited support (from us and our friendly Facebook community).
Or, if you're an experienced stitcher looking for a relaxing break from your bigger cross stitch pieces (while staying creative), the Holly Jolly Kitchen SAL is perfect for you.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CROSS STITCH?
Did you know cross stitching is proven to improve well-being? Crafting keeps your mind and hands relaxed and stress-free, and cross stitch is often referred to as 'yoga for the mind'. Joining a SAL can be especially beneficial if you struggle with mental health challenges.
Designing, crafting and being creative has proven successful for positive mental health. By creating something that is visually appealing, in a calm space, can have a positive impact on yourself and those around you.
Not only that, but participating in a SAL is the best way to meet like-minded individuals! Working on the same project will spark conversation and friendship with other stitchers.
Cross stitch is a wonderful craft, even for those who don't consider themselves to be a creative person. It's beginner-friendly, easy to learn, and provides a well-deserved sense of self-achievement and community.
HELP US PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
We're continuously thinking of ways we can help protect and conserve the planet - the pink outer-packaging is always plastic-free, recyclable, and reusable! Why not repurpose the pink wallet as storage for fabric supplies or keep your cross stitch design safe inside the wallet when you are not stitching?
TREAT YOURSELF!
Treat yourself to the ultimate bundle and add on the Complete Cross Stitch Planner and a couple of accessories to ease you into our brand new stitch-a-long! These extra supplies will ensure a smooth set up for the SAL and help you to keep tidy and organised when stitching!
For a more curated cross stitch experience, you can consider exploring options like subscription boxes, which include helpful accessories and project inspiration.
We offer a full satisfaction and money-back guarantee because we're that certain you're going to love your goodies!
WHY CHOOSE TO STITCH-A-LONG WITH US?
- A unique approach to a cross stitch project, allowing you to take time stitching without having to worry about completing a full design in one sitting.
- Beginner-friendly designs with no tricky back stitch, speciality stitches or French knots.
- Perfect to break down your larger cross stitch projects and stitch in a different and refreshing way.
- Clear and easy-to-follow patterns in colour and in black and white symbols. You can even easily personalise your project!
- A creative project that allows you to connect with fellow stitchers, all while creating a modern and exciting cross stitch masterpiece.
- Fortnightly pattern delivery - receive a new PDF pattern straight to your email inbox every two weeks.
- No time pressure! Enjoy the relaxing 'me-time' sensation that cross stitching brings.
- Supportive community - share your progress in our thriving Facebook group and get immediate feedback, ideas and answers to your burning questions.
The full kit contains the highest-quality supplies on the market - pre-cut Zweigart fabric, pre-sorted DMC thread, 1 DMC needle, a colour key, and clear, step-by-step instructions.
Our customer service team is contactable by email, support@caterpillarcrossstitch.com, or over the phone (+44) 01926 485 045, from Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm. Join with confidence! We have heaps of experience hosting successful SALs since 2017, with lots of 5-star reviews.
Looking for the perfect gift? We can ship directly to the recipient, complete with a handwritten note for that special touch. Treat someone special!
- Theresa
FIND YOURSELF REGULARLY LOSING YOUR NEEDLE?
Shop our on-theme, festive Mince Pie to keep your needle secure and enjoy a friendly little smile to help you with your stitching. Why not take advantage of our pick and mix offer where you can save £4.50 when you by any 3?
Ready to heat up your oven and bake some tasty treats with our festive SAL? Pre-order on Friday, August 9th, at 5pm UK time (we ship worldwide!) and start stitching on 17th September 12pm UK time.
Tap here to pre-order yours!
