We are thrilled to share some exciting news: Lucky Lotus Needlepoint has officially been accepted as an exhibitor at the 2026 Autumn Needlepoint Reunion (ANR), commonly known throughout the industry as Fall Market!
For a young company like Lucky Lotus, this is a major milestone and one that we are incredibly grateful for.
What Is Autumn Needlepoint Reunion?
The Autumn Needlepoint Reunion (ANR) is one of the premier wholesale trade shows in the needlepoint industry. Held annually in Frisco, Texas, the event brings together needlepoint designers, distributors, thread companies, finishing services, and local needlepoint shops from across the United States and Canada. Retail shop owners attend to preview upcoming collections, place wholesale orders, and discover new designers and products for their stores.
ANR is often referred to simply as "Fall Market" because it serves as one of the industry's largest buying events of the year. The 2026 event will take place October 2–4 in Frisco, Texas.
Why This Matters
Lucky Lotus Needlepoint launched in August 2024 with a simple goal: create joyful, colorful needlepoint designs that celebrate the places, traditions, and everyday moments people love.
In less than two years, we have grown from a handful of designs to a collection that includes:
- The 50 States Round Series
- Flowers of the 50 States Collection
- Needle minders
- Holiday collections
- Coastal and travel-inspired designs
- Beginner-friendly kits
Most importantly, we have had the privilege of partnering with needlepoint shops across the country. Because wholesale has always been such an important part of our business, exhibiting at ANR feels like a natural next step.
Looking Ahead to Fall Market
As first-time exhibitors, we are excited to meet shop owners, connect with fellow designers, and showcase both our existing collections and some exciting new releases we have been working on behind the scenes.
One of the things we love most about the needlepoint industry is the sense of community. While ANR is certainly a business event, it is also an opportunity to strengthen relationships, make new connections, and celebrate the creativity that makes this industry so special. The event itself was originally created as a way to bring the needlepoint community together, which is reflected in the word "Reunion" in its name.
Thank You
This opportunity would not be possible without the incredible support of our customers, stitchers, local needlepoint shops, finishers, painters, and fellow designers who have encouraged Lucky Lotus from the very beginning.
Thank you for believing in our designs, sharing our work, and helping us grow.
We cannot wait to represent Lucky Lotus Needlepoint at our very first Fall Market and are excited to share more details as we get closer to October.
If you'll be attending ANR 2026, we hope you'll stop by and say hello!
Stay tuned! We have lots of exciting things planned for the months ahead!
— Sydney (Lucky Lotus Needlepoint)
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