Thea Dueck
Author of the Threadneedle Street Mysteries

I write cozy craft mysteries with a touch of romance, set in Sidney-by-the-Sea on Canada’s west coast. My stories are inspired by real people, small-town life, and a lifelong love of needlework.


I’ve been a needlework designer since 1989 and am the founder of The Victoria Sampler. Years of designing samplers and cross-stitch patterns have shaped my fiction, so if you enjoy mystery, coastal settings, and the world of stitching, you’ll feel right at home here.


Take a look at my books below, and enjoy the free PDF patterns linked with each one. If you enjoy my novels, I’d be grateful if you’d leave a short review on your local Amazon site. Reviews help other readers discover my books.


Thank you for visiting. You can find my books on Amazon.

– Thea

Embroidered Evidence

Embroidered Evidence introduces the Threadneedle Street Mysteries, a cozy series filled with small-town intrigue, gentle romance, and the satisfaction of uncovering what others miss.
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Download Your Ladybug Free Pattern

Threads of Deception

Threads of Deception continues the Threadneedle Street Mysteries with a deepening sense of connection that will leave readers eager for what comes next.
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Download Your Cottage Free Pattern

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Dive into the world of Thea Dueck’s cozy mysteries.

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