I think I'm destined to be disappointed in cross stitch stores because my tastes are very specific. I miss Countryside Stitchery which used to be open in Newtown, PA - always tons and tons of patterns, and that's what I'm really interested in if I'm not shopping for materials for a specific project. And honestly....patterns are where it's at for me - it's the ONLY thing I collect, and I'm specific about the ones that I want. Right now, it's mostly Silver Lining ones, some old Mirabilias that I don't already have, and a few others. But there's no pressure because I won't be kitting up anything new soon.
They did have a couple Long Dog Samplers which were nice to see, but they're very pricey for "recreational shopping". I picked up Celtic Christmas, which I'm surprised that I don't have - it's a piece I've long enjoyed and I'm not ashamed to admit that somewhere in the back of my mind, I'd like to do the four Celtic seasonal pieces.
So, I think that if there's some specific threads/materials you want or you're looking for stitching goodies other than patterns...might be worth a trip. I'm probably too roped into my specific tastes and it's easier for me to shop online.
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I do most of my shopping online too moreso because I don't really have shops around me. Do like the pattern you picked up. It's an old one, but a good one. They always seem to have the most amazing colors in them.
I love the Celtic Ladies too. There are five of them in total. I can't decide whether to stitch Noel or Winter next. Mmm, decisions!
I also collect more charts than anything else. Two drawers full!
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