
Product Details
Download this Advent embroidery pattern — “Good News of Great Joy” (Luke 2:10) — and stitch it with your own supplies. Abide’s 2026 Advent Stitch-Along design, available as an instant download. No supplies included.
The Christmas story is full of the gospel. Instead of ushering in fear, the angel announced “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people” (Luke 2:10). The gospel is a message of joy for all people, and this stitch-along is meant to underscore the joy that comes with the arrival of Christ.
What’s Included
- Complete materials list
- Hoop setup and design transfer instructions
- Stitch and color guide (DMC floss color numbers)
- Printable 6” pattern design
- Hoop finishing instructions
- Access to step-by-step video tutorials
A download link is sent immediately after purchase. The PDF can be saved and printed at home. Lifetime access — download as many times as needed.
Digital Guide Plus Printed Fabric
Choose the “Digital Guide Plus Printed Fabric” option to have this design’s pre-printed fabric mailed to you, ready to stitch with no tracing. This is the only option that ships a physical item.
Prefer everything in one box? The Good News of Great Joy Embroidery Kit includes the hoop, fabric, floss, needles, and step-by-step video tutorials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this pattern good for beginners?
Yes — the guide includes step-by-step photos and access to video tutorials for every stitch used in this design.
How do I receive the digital guide?
A download link is sent immediately after purchase. The PDF can be saved and printed at home. Lifetime access is included.
What supplies do I need?
A 6” embroidery hoop, fabric, DMC floss (9 skeins plus metallic thread; color numbers listed in the guide), and an embroidery needle. Browse Abide’s Embroidery Supplies collection for everything needed to get started.
Every Abide digital guide is part of our Stitch the Word™ collection: embroidery designs made to help you slow down and meditate on God’s Word.
