Know someone who’s always counting stitches, hoarding floss like it’s gold, and stabbing fabric with the enthusiasm of a caffeinated squirrel? Then you, my friend, have a cross-stitcher in your life—and you’re going to need gift ideas that are as quirky, creative, and useful as they are.
We’ve rounded up 15+ gift ideas for cross stitch lovers that are actually awesome. Whether you’re shopping for a holiday, birthday, or just because “they finished another project and deserve a trophy,” these finds range from funny to seriously functional.
So grab a cup of tea (or a mug covered in embroidery puns) and scroll on—because these gifts are guaranteed to make your favorite stitcher say, “Shut up and take my floss!”
1. I Stab Things for Fun Sweatshirt
Because why sugarcoat it? This sweatshirt gets right to the point (pun intended). It’s equal parts relatable and hilarious—a perfect match for your favorite embroidery enthusiast.
2. Feathered Friends Embroidery Scissors
Is your loved one cutting their thread with plain scissors? Time to remedy that situation! With copper or gold options, these dainty bird scissors are a classy upgrade to any stitcher’s toolkit.
3. Stitching Sh!t Project Bag
This cheeky bag is bold, hilarious, and 100% accurate. Ideal for hauling around stitching supplies or just making a statement at your next stitch ‘n’ bitch.
4. Rain Cloud Needle Minder
Needle minders are a must-have, and this one adds a splash of cute sparkle. The strong magnet keeps needles secure while the rainy design fits every emo stitcher vibe.
5. Bobbin & Weavin’ Phone Case
A slim, artsy phone case with a bobbin-rolling, floss-winding vibe. For stitchers who want to show off their craft pride in every scroll and selfie.
6. The Stitcher Tarot Card Mug
This mystical mug combines the magic of tarot with the truth of stitching life. It’s perfect for sipping coffee while untangling floss or divining how many more stitches are left in a 10x10 grid.
7. OttLite Flexible Soft Touch LED Desk Lamp
Good lighting is everything when you're stabbing tiny holes in cloth for hours. This sleek LED lamp is ideal for late-night sessions without the eye strain. If you're looking to splurge a little, save your favorite stitcher's eyesight with this!
8. Feminist Cross Stitch Book
With bold sayings like “Smash the Patriarchy” and fierce florals to match, this book is perfect for the unapologetically crafty. It’s a great mix of empowering messages and fun patterns.
9. Feelin’ Stabby Hoodie
Stitchers get stabby—in the best way. This hoodie celebrates that fact with sass and style. Great for casual crafting days or Zoom stitching meetups.
10. Embroidery Hoop Wooden Earrings
Yes, they’re tiny embroidery hoops. Yes, they’re earrings. And yes, every stitcher needs them. These handmade accessories are adorable conversation starters that let them wear their passion—literally.
11. Stitch Plz Journal Kit
Add some nifty needlework to a journal cover. Each cross-stitch kit includes a 60-page dotted grid journal that stitchers can use to add any phrase they like.
12. Smells Like She’s Doing Needlepoint Again Candle
Perfect for stitching marathons, this candle smells better than your musty floss stash and makes everyone laugh. Bonus points if it hides how long it’s been since the last vacuuming session.
13. Personalized Working Tray for Cross Stitch
This custom tray is a stitcher’s dream table. It holds threads, scissors, and your sanity (well, most of it). Personalized and super useful for keeping WIPs neat and accessible.
14. Pretty Floral Magnetic Needle Cases
Need another needle case? Always. These are simple, stylish, and ultra-functional for organizing different needle sizes. You can also tuck a craft store gift card inside!
15. Crafty AF Stitcher Tee
For the stitcher who’s not afraid to claim their crafty crown. Soft, fun, and very AF. This one’s for the bold and the floss-loving.
16. Autumn/Winter Acrylic Thread Drops
These aesthetic thread drops make floss storage look like an Instagram photo. Perfect for seasonal projects, and way prettier than that tangled mess in the bottom of a project bag.
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Whether your favorite stitcher is a beginner, a seasoned sampler queen, or someone who just really enjoys stabbing fabric while binge-watching true crime, there’s something on this list to make them smile. From cheeky tees to tools they’ll actually use, these gifts show that you get their hobby—and their humor.
So go ahead—wrap one up, toss in some floss, and become their favorite person (at least until they need help frogging 300 stitches).