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Replacing the Old Needlepoint on a Footstool
I recently got asked about how to replace the covering on a footstool. It isn’t a hard process and this makes for some lovely needlepoint. Here’s how to do it: There are three steps to this process, neither particularly hard. The first step is to measure the footstool. Do you still have the old top? If... »
Vintage Crafts – Bargello Needlepoint with a Hook
Over the weekend I got a query from Bob who wanted to know if I had heard of a craft he had done in the 70’s. He wrote After many years, I’ve become interested in needlepoint again, but can’t seem to find the type I enjoyed so much. The result looked like bargello, but... »
My Answers to the Needlepoint Survey
I promised I’d answer these today. Don’t forget to add your answers to the original post. How long have you been doing needlepoint? >> Almost 40 years, since 1970. Do you consider yourself a beginning, intermediate, or advanced stitcher? >> Most likely advanced, although there are many techniques I avoid doing. Do you do other kinds of needlework? >> Nope,... »
Painting Light Canvas to Cover It with Dark Threads
Marilyn wrote: Hello: I wonder if you will be so kind as to help me. I have a wonderful hand painted needlepoint canvas that I wish to alter a bit by painting over some of the lighter areas. I do not know what kind of paint to use and thought you might send... »
What technique have you always wanted to learn?
I have always wanted to learn Japanese embroidery. It’s so beautiful and I love the colors so much. However, I’m almost certainly doomed to failure in this for many reasons: 1. I have dry skin and always have rough cuticles — bad on silk 2. I am terrified of sharp needles — I even sew on buttons... »