Hey, everyone—welcome back! Question for you… When was the last time a box of holiday cheer showed up on your front porch with time to spare, long before you were knee-deep in panic, wrapping paper, and regret? Does that even happen? It might seem weird to be talking about the holidays again so soon, but let’s face it. Every year most of us mean to start our holiday projects earlier, and every year, somehow—like magic—December sneaks up on us like a freight train in a glittery tracksuit. Suddenly, we’re not only mysteriously taken by surprise, but we’re also out of time, out of patience, and frantically adding finishing touches to projects on Christmas Eve like it’s a competitive sport. Well—I say, no more! It’s time to try something different. Something with no chaos, and no panic. This year, why not let the pressure of holiday gift-giving melt away as you lean into the comfort of our beloved Primitive Gatherings Christmas in July Boxes!

Thanks to Jess, these sweet little boxes aren’t just filled, they’re curated. Each one features exclusive holiday-themed projects and useful extras, all chosen to make your holiday season a little more joyful and a lot less hectic. Pick your lane! Choose from the Wool Box, Cotton Box (both contain over $150 worth of goodies), or the Combo Box (contains over $300 worth of goodies) if you love both! While the exact contents of each box is a surprise (yep, that’s part of the fun!), I can tell you that inside you’ll find festive projects like table runners, wall hangings, and quilts (mini to full-sized), just to name a few. Along with those, there are notions you’ll actually use, thoughtful little gifts, and, of course, a handful of Vande Walle’s caramels—because a little sweet goes a long way when you’re trying to thread a needle at midnight.

To make the pot even sweeter, no matter which box you decide to order, your projects will come in a high-quality, festively decorated box that you’re not going to want to throw away. We’re not showing what the 2025 design is quite yet, but you can see how cute they’ve been in years past in the photo below (*designs shown are past examples only and will not be the design on the 2025 boxes).

Are you trying to picture what might be inside this year’s boxes? I gave a quick sneak peek of past Christmas in July Box projects during my LIVE show last Thursday on STITCH with Lisa Bongean. If you missed it, don’t worry. You can watch the replay and check them out for yourself by clicking the STITCH icon below (if you don’t feel like watching the whole thing, jump to 25:15 for the good stuff)!

Have I mentioned that on top of making great gifts, these convenient boxes also ship to you in August? That’s right! You’ll be unboxing your holiday cheer before the fall frenzy even begins, giving you all the time you need to get your projects finished without the last-minute scramble. Win, win! So go ahead—make that list. Check it twice! Then put all your quilty friends right at the top because you can consider your shopping pretty much DONE for them already. You’re welcome!

I have just a couple of quick reminders before I sign off for the night… Number one is, don’t forget that I will be out of town for the rest of the week attending the 2025 h+h Americas Trade Show in Rosemont, Illinois. It’s a premier wholesale event that is tailored for professionals in the creative crafts industry, including cross-stitch, quilting, knitting, and other fiber arts. The show features over 541 exhibitors from 77 countries, showcasing a diverse range of products and innovations—including Primitive Gatherings! We not only have a booth in the show but I also love getting to see all the new trends, connect with industry leaders, and gain insights into the latest products and techniques. Believe me, if you’re into the fiber arts, it’s definitely the place to be!

That being said, I also want to let you all know that due to our travels, there will be NO CommentSold this week. I’m holding Jess hostage at the h+h show! We will, however, try to connect with Kali and Heidi back at the studio on Thursday for a quick LIVE on location—IF the internet gods cooperate, that is. Don’t worry, you don’t have to go the entire week with no PG LIVE show. STITCH Brothers is ready to go LIVE tomorrow – Tuesday, May 5th, 2025 as scheduled at 11:00 a.m. CST. Tune in for the fun on my YouTube channel, STITCH with Lisa Bongean! See you soon! ~Lisa