What's a mystery sampler? Many of you know, because you've been asking for another! But for our rookie detectives, it's a sampler that unfolds in parts. The big mystery is...what will it look like?! Because unlike every other L*K project, there is NO PHOTO on the front (I know...perplexing!). Each month you receive a portion of the design. As you stitch, the project develops and the mystery unfolds!
Mystery Samplers are so fun and popular because...well, lots of reasons:
*It's a giant club with stitchers literally all over the world. And it's our favorite kind of club, because EVERYONE is invited and warmly welcomed. It's fun to chat with other "members" as the mystery develops. It's great for needlework shops because they get to see you/communicate with you every month.
* We do lots of extra fun things - like developing new products - when it's mystery sampler time. We'll tell you below about our new fabric and thread colors and Needle Nanny (designed just for Spirit of Christmas), and some cool embellishments we're rounding up for you.
*We "gift" Mystery Club stitchers with BONUS projects. Spirit of Christmas will include one BONUS project with each part...3 BONUS stitcheries in all! You never know what you'll "unwrap" when your mystery shipment arrives.
HERE'S ALL THE "SECRET" SCOOP ON SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
* Stitch Count for Spirit of Christmas is 95W x 191H. Not too big, not too small, just right.
* Spirit of Christmas is stitched on lovely Heartland linen from Picture This Plus. We worked with Marilyn and the Picture This Plus gang to create a gorgeous neutral color. We'll have 4 fabric options...28 and 32 ct. Heartland linen, as well as 14 and 16 ct. Heartland Aida. All fabrics are precut with 3" border on all sides, serged, and individually packaged. You can also personalize with your own fabric choice.
* Spirit of Christmas thread pack has 11 skeins of Weeks Dye Works overdyed threads, including an exclusive new color we requested especially for Spirit of Christmas! Miranda (WDW owner and color guru) and I are brainstorming a name for this subtly beautiful color, and we'll reveal that soon.
* There are 3 BONUS projects, one included with each Spirit of Christmas portion. These are each lovely little projects by themselves. Here are the BONUS projects, in the order they will be revealed:
Holiday Home 2 sided scissor fob - 34W x 33H on each side - September
Christmas Love pin pillow - 73W x 27H - October
Christmas Is...mini sampler - 93W x 48H - November
* Embellishment Pack with goodies designed especially for Spirit of Christmas. This pack includes embellishments for the main sampler, as well as the 3 BONUS projects.
* For the first time, we're offering a mystery sampler Needle Nanny! Our gal pals at Zappy Dots are making us a beautiful collectible "dot" just for Spirit of Christmas. It's the perfect place to park your needle while you're watching the mystery unfold.
We'll be blogging soon with behind-the-scenes looks at the whole mystery sampler process, including our awesome suppliers/partners at Weeks Dye Works, Picture This Plus, Just Another Button Company, Zappy Dots and (of course) the busy goings-on at Lizzie*Kate.
We know from previous mystery adventures, that you enjoy seeing all the prep and creativity that make a mystery happen. It's truly takes a (cross stitch) village to put one of these projects together, and we want to include YOU as we uncover the Spirit of Christmas Mystery Sampler together.
HOW TO SIGN UP???
Contact your favorite needlework supplier. They are taking pre-orders NOW.
NEED TO FIND A NEEDLEWORK SHOP?
Look at the Info for Stitchers button on our website. Most shops will ship. Just ask!
Mysteriously yours,
Linda
Lizzie*Kate
***Check back soon for Mystery Sampler sneak peek CLUES!
Why does the article talk about the Spooked mystery sampler club in the next to last paragraph?
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DeleteThanks! I figured it was copy from a previous posting and wanted to let you know. Weird how it wouldn't let me sign my name. Tina
DeleteSounds exciting! I do not have a LNS out here, how can I find a shop who will carry your Mystery SAL?
ReplyDeleteAndrea we are taking sign ups here and we have a facebook SAL group also if you are on facebook. Sign up here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8CSYR27
DeleteI tried signingup using this link and it's just a survey site. It has nothing to do with the mystery sampler.
DeleteOh my goodness! So exciting!!!
ReplyDeleteHow do we sign up for this?
ReplyDeleteLori we are taking sign ups here and we have a facebook SAL group also if you are on facebook. Sign up here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8CSYR27
Deletelove this!!!!
ReplyDeleteI don't know where too go to order this. Anyone have any ideas please.
ReplyDeleteContact your favorite needlework supplier to pre order
DeleteHello I d like doing it,,,How I can sign for it?Kisses
ReplyDeleteCan't wait. I know it will be great
ReplyDeleteDo you know which uk companies will be stocking this please? Would love to pre-order
ReplyDeleteJe vous découvre et je craque !!
ReplyDeleteOh I really want to get this...I'm just not sure about it yet. Going to my needlework shop hopefully next week so maybe I will have decided by then.
ReplyDeleteJust FYI, Threads That Bind in Plano TX has closed.
ReplyDeleteWhat does it cost?
ReplyDeleteHow much does it cost to sign up?
ReplyDeleteCheck with your favorite needlework supplier for pricing. Thanks
DeleteThe Silver Needle is a great on line shop to order it from. Also 123Stitch. Both for all things LK and x-stitch!
ReplyDeleteI would like to receive the Spirit of Christmas sampler. How much does ot cost and when with the first chart be sent?
ReplyDeleteBy the way, is it possible to have all the kit like last time? For me it would be convenient
ReplyDeletethank you so much!!!!!!!
I found the seller in Italy! thank you!
ReplyDeleteDo you know which uk companies will be stocking this please? Would love to pre-order
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I haven't stitched in years, but saw this on Priscillas blog site. Disappointed to see there are no sticking shops close to me any longer. Wish you had a direct link to order these. Maybe something to think about in the future
ReplyDeleteI am so looking forward to mine coming and starting. So enjoy your patterns,thank you for your lovely designs. Happy Stitching.
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