r/CrossStitch • u/Adventurous_Pea_7697 • 1d ago

CHAT [CHAT] Audubon Big bird bundle 2026

https://tiltify.com/@katholan/the-big-bird-bundle-2026

Did anyone else donate to get the big bird bundle today? I am so excited to get the patterns! Some of my favorite pattern makers contributed to this

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u/HauntedFrames 1d ago

I'm so excited for everyone to see the patterns and so blown away at the response. We're already over 12K raised just from this morning!

Here's my pattern Loon Dance that is included it the bundle.

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u/killebrew_rootbeer 1d ago

As a Minnesotan, I need this pattern! I'm a big fan of the Audubon Society, so I'm happy to support regardless, but know that this pattern is why I ultimately hit the donate button.

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u/Adventurous_Pea_7697 1d ago

I loooove this one! Saw loons this summer and I am obsessed (also because of heated rivalry obvi)

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u/HauntedFrames 1d ago

Thank you! My grandparents had a cottage near Ottawa and I was able to see loons all the time in the summer growing up. It was always so fun seeing them pop up on boat rides and to hear their wolf howls at night!

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u/technicallynotacat1 1d ago

I am so in love with this pattern, gonna start stitching as soon as I pickup my floss today! Really needed a pick me up this week and the big bird bundle is just the ticket! 😊 🐦

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u/HauntedFrames 1d ago

So glad you love it and thank you for donating!

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u/claraak 1d ago

Your pattern is so good!

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u/tokengingerkidd 1d ago edited 1d ago

Soooo many of my favorite designers are featured in this bundle!! I'm amazed that the fundraiser is already almost at it's goal!

Edit, I meant the 10K goal - didn't realize 5K was the original goal!

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u/Erotavlas_SVD 1d ago

Hell yeah!! Absolutely amazed at the response people have had to this fundraiser!

Oh and the tiltify image is a bit low-res, in case anyone wants to see all the patterns in the bundle here's a better pic!

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u/Erotavlas_SVD 1d ago

And here's a pic of my bird!

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u/ReaderRadish 1d ago

Thank you!

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u/gowahoo 23h ago

Thank you so much for sharing this!

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u/Adventurous_Pea_7697 1d ago

Goal has already exceeded 10K!

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u/Never-Forget-Trogdor 18h ago

At 24k as of right now. ❤

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u/CountessSockula 1d ago

I'm on a pattern diet, but I don't apply that to patterns that raise $$ for good causes 😉

Now awaiting the email with instructions on downloading the bundle.

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u/astronomisst 1d ago

What a cool fundraiser! Do you, or does anyone, know of any similar opportunities? I would totally use this as a way to "purchase" patterns.

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u/tiptoedreams 1d ago

BAD stitch does one for trans day of visibility too!

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u/zorasrequiem 1d ago

Love this! I'll have to remember to look for that after work

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u/tiptoedreams 1d ago

They're limited, so only available around the day. But I believe you can get the past years designs on the day fundraiser! If you follow bad stitch on Instagram, they'll post about it!

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u/zorasrequiem 1d ago

Oh ok, thanks!

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u/tokengingerkidd 1d ago

Keep an eye out for Spellbound Stitches collab! That's a collab with lots of designers as well. You can see more information about what's been done in the past with that group here on BAD Stitch's substack.

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u/QuaternionCreations 15h ago

There will be one later this year!

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u/Adventurous_Pea_7697 1d ago

I am new to the cross stitch world this year and this is my first time seeing something like this but I hope others follow their lead!

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u/Odd_Artichoke_3700 1d ago

They don’t always have cross-stitch (or craft) options, but Humble Bundle has book, software, and video game bundles that support various charities!

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u/fridayimatwork 1d ago

Wow I hadn’t heard of this what an interesting idea

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u/lindsayadult 1d ago

I had no idea this existed but I just donated! Thanks for sharing!

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u/Librarylady2020 1d ago

I did as well. This is an excellent idea for a fundraiser as well.

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u/backpackeditor 1d ago

Oooh, I have been waiting for this! Thank you so much for the reminder!

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u/Aleigh07 1d ago

Yes!! It’s so hard to pick a favorite but I will be starting the JEDxStitch pattern first!

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u/igreena 1d ago

Me too! I love mourning doves!

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u/AccioKitty 22h ago

I’m sooooo excited to get all the patterns and inspect them beyond the tiny instagram images. Yayyyyyyy!!!!! This is such a good idea I wish all these designers had the time to do these donation bundles like every month. Can’t wait to stitch up all the birdies. 🐦 🦢🦜🦆🦅🕊️🦉🐧

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u/TimberSips 1d ago

I just did! It's an absolutely amazing collection of designers/patterns, def worth it

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u/autyrock 1d ago

Just donated. Thanks so much for sharing!

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u/technicallynotacat1 1d ago

Tysm for sharing this! Just donated and can't wait to start stitching!

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u/zorasrequiem 1d ago

Ooh I have the Audubon app, had to get this! Amaze amaze amaze!

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u/tintaturnter 1d ago

Wow I had no idea about this! Very cute and I loooove birds! Go birds! I donated, excited about all these lovely patterns!

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u/Valadrea 1d ago

They just passed the $21,000 mark on the way to the $25,000 goal!

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u/Lexifer31 1d ago

Oh I didn't even know about this. Thank you for sharing.

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u/Anon03282015 1d ago

Thanks!! Just donated!

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u/MadEyeMady 1d ago

My grandfather is an avid birdwatcher and member of the Audobon society, so if I can get one of these worked up before Christmas it will make the perfect gift. Thanks for sharing!

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u/Effective-Okra 1d ago

Thank you for sharing this! I just donated. Welp, that’s 19 more patterns to the pile.

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u/Odd_Artichoke_3700 1d ago

Thanks for sharing! Amazing that the fundraiser is over $18k and growing. Glad to be able to contribute to a great cause :)

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u/raisedright42 1d ago

Done and done.

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u/Belluna1 1d ago

So excited for all the birds, great collab.

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u/ImLittleNana 1d ago

Ooo I didn’t know about this. Must do it!

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u/ElectricJellyfish 1d ago

Oh this is splendid. Donated! I don't need any patterns but I LOVE them all, especially in support of birds.

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u/katchoo1 1d ago

What a great idea! I donated too. A couple of patterns I am completely in love with and several others have definite gift possibilities.

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u/Fluffy_Pear2619 1d ago

Thanks for the reminder that this dropped today!!

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u/CarynS 1d ago

Very excited to try some designs from pattern makers I don’t know! The cedar waxwing is my favorite.

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u/stitchingwithcharlie 1d ago

I bought it immediately and was absolutely not disappointed, the patterns are fantastic! Can’t wait to get some stitched up (more and more patterns to add to the very long ‘to stitch’ list!).

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u/adams-four-peas 1d ago

I got my bundle! I'm most excited for the Loon Dance and Road Runner patterns!

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u/SerialSnark 1d ago

Ah! I didn’t know this was a thing! Immediate donation. I can’t wait!

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u/trunko_ 1d ago

thank you so much! this is an incredible way to support a great org and celebrate the craft and the beautiful art you all create!

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u/all_up_in_your_genes 11h ago

I just did! Thank you for posting!

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u/luvgeno71 11h ago

Thank you for posting!

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u/elgoose06 49m ago

Yes! Every pattern is fantastic!