Have you heard of a temperature cross stitch SAL? These stitch-a-longs (SALs) have become wildly popular in recent years—and for good reason! They’re the perfect combination of creativity, personalisation, and stitching fun. If you’re not familiar with the concept, don’t worry—today, we’re diving into what a temperature cross stitch SAL is, the alternatives you can explore, and how you can join in on the fun with Spruce Craft Co's FREE downloadable 2025 temperature SAL.
What Is a Temperature Cross Stitch SAL?
A temperature cross stitch SAL is a year-long project where you stitch one section every day (or week) based on the temperature in your local area. Each temperature range is assigned a specific thread colour, and as the year progresses, your stitching becomes a beautiful, colourful representation of the year’s weather patterns. It’s a creative way to document time and turn it into a stunning keepsake!
Temperature SALs often have unique designs that break the year into sections. For example, you might stitch a small motif for each day or create a colourful border that builds over time. By the end of the year, you’ll have a finished piece of art that’s not just lovely to look at but also full of personal meaning.
Fun Alternatives to Track in a Temperature SAL
The beauty of a temperature SAL is its flexibility—it doesn’t have to be about temperature! If you’re not keen on documenting weather, why not track something more meaningful to you? Here are a few fun alternatives:
- Mood Tracking: Stitch each day with a colour that represents your mood. It’s a creative way to reflect on your emotional journey throughout the year.
- Steps or Activity Levels: Use colours to track your daily steps, workouts, or activity level. Perfect for anyone with fitness goals!
- Family Memories: Assign colours to different types of family moments (like celebrations, quiet days, or fun outings) and stitch them into your SAL.
- Hours of Sunshine: Track how sunny it is each day—a great option for sun chasers or those who love weather patterns.
- Daily Achievements: Celebrate small wins by stitching a colour that corresponds to your daily accomplishments.
The possibilities are endless, and you can make your SAL as personal and meaningful as you like!
Introducing the Free 2025 Temperature SAL from Spruce Craft Co
Over at our sister store, Spruce Craft Co, we love creating projects that bring joy to your stitching journey—and our 2025 temperature SAL is no exception! Originally, we planned to list this for sale, but we decided to make it FREE to give back to our amazing cross stitch community.
This downloadable SAL is designed to be fun, easy to follow, and completely customisable to suit your preferences. Whether you’re stitching temperatures, moods, or something entirely unique, this pattern is a fantastic way to document your year while having a blast with your needle and thread.
Our 2025 SAL is available now on our website, ready for you to download and start prepping your supplies. It’s the perfect way to kick off the new year with a creative, meaningful project that will bring colour and joy into your life every day.
How to Join the 2025 SAL
Joining in is easy! Download the free 2025 temperature SAL here, and start planning your colours and supplies. You can make it as simple or as detailed as you like—it’s your project, after all!
We also recommend joining a stitching community (like Instagram or Facebook groups) to share your progress, ask questions, and connect with other stitchers. SALs are even more fun when you have others cheering you on and stitching along with you!
Let’s Get Stitching!
Whether you’re tracking temperatures, moods, or milestones, a temperature SAL is a wonderful way to capture the year in stitches. And with our free 2025 SAL, you’ll have everything you need to get started. So grab your needles, pick your colours, and let’s make 2025 your most creative year yet!
Download the pattern today and start stitching your story—one day at a time.