There’s something magical about designing for the holidays — that mix of nostalgia, coziness, and joy that seems to fill the air as soon as the first hints of winter arrive. For me, creating holiday collections is more than a seasonal project; it’s a way to capture the spirit of celebration through color, pattern, and a touch of whimsy. Over the years, I’ve designed a few festive collections that have become dear to my heart — Peace & Joy, Fa La La, and Merry Little Christmas. Each one began as a story told through my sketchbook and color palettes, inspired by all the tiny details that make this season feel so special: twinkling lights, vintage ornaments, evergreen boughs, and the comforting warmth of home.
Peace & Joy 
This collection feels like a gentle snowfall — soft, nostalgic, and timeless. I wanted to capture the quiet beauty of winter with patterns that celebrate nature: evergreen trees, snowflakes, and delicate florals that almost feel like embroidery themselves. The palette of evergreen, berry red, and gingerbread gold brings an old-fashioned charm, while the coordinating patterns — dots, hearts, and sprigs — make it feel cozy and familiar. It’s the kind of collection that looks lovely on fabric, but it also translates beautifully to needlepoint. The smaller motifs — little trees, sprigs, and berries — are perfect for ornaments or decorative squares that can be framed or turned into holiday keepsakes.
Fa La La
If Peace & Joy is about warmth and nostalgia, then Fa La La is the life of the Christmas party. This collection bursts with playful mid-century energy — think retro ornaments, reindeer, and starbursts straight from a vintage holiday card. I leaned into bright, cheerful colors — mint, coral, chartreuse, and cherry red — that bring an instant sense of joy and sparkle. The geometric balance of stripes and grids adds structure, while the whimsical motifs keep things lighthearted. This pattern group was made to shine as both fabric and needlepoint. The bold shapes and festive lettering make for delightful holiday canvases that stitch up beautifully and pop with personality.
Merry Little Christmas
This one is especially close to my heart. Merry Little Christmas feels like stepping into a cozy storybook — filled with evergreens, winter birds, berries, and soft pinks and greens that lend a sweet, nostalgic tone. The palette has a softness that still feels festive — muted rose, pine, holly, and snow cream. It’s a modern twist on tradition, with a touch of Scandinavian simplicity. I wanted it to feel timeless — a collection that could just as easily adorn a holiday quilt as a set of printed gift tags or needlepoint stockings. When translated into needlepoint, these designs come to life with texture and warmth. The stitched florals and holly patterns almost feel like they’ve been dusted with snow.
From Surface Design to Stitch
One of my favorite things about designing across mediums is seeing how a pattern can take on new life. A flat digital design becomes tactile when printed on fabric — and when translated into needlepoint, it gains texture, depth, and the human touch of every stitch. The Christmas Toss and Ho Ho Ho needlepoint canvases were both born directly from these surface design collections. They carry the same festive energy but invite a hands-on experience — a chance to slow down, create, and enjoy the holiday season in a more personal way.
Designing through the seasons keeps me connected to the joy of making — of transforming inspiration into something tangible. Each holiday pattern holds a little piece of that feeling: of home, of warmth, of peace and joy. And whether you’re stitching one of my Christmas canvases or wrapping gifts in fabric printed from these collections, I hope these designs bring a little extra magic to your season.
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And stay tuned — there are many more designs to come! I’m always dreaming up new patterns, color stories, and creative projects for every season.If you’d like to be the first to know when new designs drop (and get a behind-the-scenes peek into my studio), please subscribe to my newsletter — I’d love to keep you in the loop.
