Fingers quicker than brain

So sorry, the photos that I posted of the adorable snowmen and the beautiful sampler are from AuryTM.

I hit the post key just as I realized that I hadn't told you her name. She has other designs that we will be ordering very soon.

As 2010 ends, new plans for 2011.

Here is a new designer that I have found. I think these snowmen are adorable.

I first saw her Heritage Sampler in the fall and couldn't wait to bring it into the shop. I've added a picture of it also.

Another new designer is Bonnie Woomer of The Nebby Needle. I am in the process of ordering her designs. Another talented designer to stitch!

Lizzie Kate will be sending us new designs in the next few weeks. Also Blackbird Designs has a new release coming in early January. New designs will be coming as the Nashville Market is in early February.

As the new year approaches, we are all making plans for the coming months. I have made a few for The Cranberry Cupboard. In the new year, plan to be more active with this blog. Updates will appear weekly. The Cranberry Cupboard.com will be expanded with more of the thread lines and accessories that we carry.

We will be adding coupons, and announcing our sale events here. We appreciate your business and are very happy when we can do something for our valued customers.

We have had Stitch-a-longs (SAL's) here in the shop and everyone has enjoyed them. With the speed of the internet, I would like to try one there. We can keep fellow stitchers informed by posting photos of our work in progress. I always like to see others needlework. Don't you?

I'll end for now but will follow-up soon. Till then...visit us at http://www.thecranberrycupboard.com/. We are also on Facebook....become a fan.

Great News from Carriage House Samplings

Just had to jump in and let you know the good news!

Those of us who were fans of Carriage House Samplings were very saddened when Kathy decided to retire from designing.

Kathy announced yesterday that her younger sister ,Marty, would be taking over CHS effective December 1,2010. Currently, she is Art Director for The Washington Post.

Marty is very interested in continuing the Hawk Run Hollow Series. YAH!!!

I will let you know more as the picture unfolds....

Come see our line of Carriage House Samplings - just type"Carriage House" in the search box

Charts - Kate of LizzieKate Designs at The Cranberry Cupboard.com

I was just visiting LizzieKate website. They are mailing our autos this week and I needed to add a few extra charts to the order. And...on their front page they mentioned their daughter Alison ..."Kate" to us.

She has a food website called http://www.gimmesomeoven.com/. Of course, I had to look. Oh my! I have got to make some of her apple receipes. Pictured is her Apple Bacon Spinach salad.

That looks soooo good!

I didn't want to let this go by with all the fresh apples available right now.

I will be adding some pics of the new designs from LizzieKate in a little bit. Come back and see them.
Come see our line of Lizzie Kate Line - just type"Lizzie Kate" in the search box

Chart,s and Needlework - Little House Needlework

We have been very busy and I did not get a chance to update with these new releases from Little House Needlework. We also have November and December for the thread pack series. The last of this year's Ornament of the Month has also been released. Did you hear that Diane has more ideas for ornaments and will continue the series next year. Great news!!

Come see our line of Little House Needlework Line - just type"Little House Needlework" in the search box

New Charts, Fabrics and Threds at The Cranberry Cupboard

We have been getting many new charts, fabrics and threads in the shop recently. The fall show at St. Charles Market is now over. Now all the items are arriving....

New from Lizzie Kate is Flora McSample, Falalalala and Merry Little Bird. All are kits that include fabric, beads and buttons. You supply thread..Crescent Colour, Gentle Art Sampler Thread, Weeks Dye Works or DMC.
Come see our line entire inventory

Hustle and Bustle of February

February is always and exciting month in the world of cross stitch. The designers are all geared up for the Nashville Market and WOW! this years is no different. I will be posting the new items for quite a while.

Many have designs that are 'monthlies' that will continue through the year. All very enticing. Designers have coupled with thread distributors to make shopping easier. Some have even included the buttons/charms with the chart.

This year, we are very glad to have a way of expressing our thanks to Kris Stott for all that she meant to this industry and to each of us who relied on her guidance. Designers have come up with so many designs that they have been put into themes. This first release is now available. Norden Crafts, owned by Kris and her husband Dave, are donating the profits to Kris's other passion....animals. Much needed assistance for animals will be given by Norden Crafts in Kris's name. At last count, more than sixty-five designers have contributed designs and some wonderful memories of Kris. Ask to see 'Kris's Stitches' ......