Advent is meant to be a season of joyful waiting, but so often it feels rushed, noisy, and stressful. Stitching Advent is a simple, meaningful way to reclaim the peace of the season.
Slow down this season with a day-by-day cross-stitch sampler. Each tiny motif reflects the themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Faith, to help you create a prayerful rhythm in the midst of December’s busyness.
Why Stitching for Advent?
Advent is the beginning of the Church year, and a time to prepare our hearts with hope. But December often feels rushed and overwhelming.
Stitching Advent offers a gentle alternative: a few minutes each day to slow down, pray, and create something beautiful with your hands.
Just as pilgrimage is walked step by step, this sampler is stitched one motif at a time. By Christmas, you’ll have both a finished piece and the memory of a slower, more peaceful season.
What You’ll Receive
- Daily Stitching Guide → tiny motif for each day of Advent (quick, doable stitches).
- Weekly Reflections → short meditations on Hope, Peace, Joy, and Faith.
- Sampler Design → a complete Advent cross-stitch pattern that can stand alone or become the first block of a year-long liturgical sampler (I’m exploring this option, so let me know if it interests you!)
- Community → invitation to join weekly Zoom stitch-alongs (optional, drop-in style).
- Special bonus → access to my favorite Advent playlist on Spotify!
Why It Matters
Stitching Advent is an experiment, something new I’m testing as a way to connect daily cross-stitching with prayer and the rhythm of the Church year. By joining, you’ll not only create your own Advent sampler, you’ll also help shape what future seasonal samplers might look like.
I’m always seeking out ways to live with Camino Joy, and combining my love for cross-stitch with my love for Advent feels like a natural source of that joy. And any time we are joyful, we are called to share it! So join me this Advent for something new, together.
FAQs
- Do I need to be an experienced stitcher? → No, beginners are welcome! Each motif is small and simple.
- How long does each day’s stitching take? → Setting aside 10 minutes should be more than enough.
- What if I miss a day? → No worries! It’s easy to catch up, and the design is forgiving.
- Can I join from outside the US? → Digital download is available anywhere. Unfortunately, the kit is only available in the US.
- Will the kit arrive before Advent? → Yes, if ordered by Nov. 1!
- What’s the cost? Here’s a handy chart!
| Option | What’s Included | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| ✨ Digital Pattern + Guide | PDF download with: • Full Advent sampler chart • Weekly reflections • QR code for the Advent Spotify playlist | $7 |
| 🧵 Full Kit | Everything in the Digital Pattern + Guide, plus: • Pre-cut 7×7 fabric • DMC floss • Needle • 5-inch hoop • Small Advent stitching extra | $30 (+ free US shipping) |
👉 Note: Kits are limited—reserve yours early to ensure delivery before Advent.