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How Do I Find a Neutral Gray Thread?

January 23, 2012
How Do I Find a Neutral Gray Thread?

Grays can be a real problem in threads. You think you have found the perfect one, you get it home and UGH, it looks horrible with your other threads....

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What’s your Needlepoint Question? – Book Sneak Peek

January 12, 2012

How do I replace a missing needlepoint chairseat? Can I use a embroidery hoop to stitch needlepoint? What is the American equivalent of 7 HPI canvas? These are just...

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Deciphering Thread Tags

January 11, 2012

Originally posted 2005-07-15 08:34:06. Republished by Blog Post PromoterDon’t throw out those thread tags! You may not think so but there is lots of information there. And if you...

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What Mesh Is It?

January 10, 2012
What Mesh Is It?

A reader wrote in after inheriting some unfinished needlepoint from her grandmother. She’s wondering how to find the mesh, so she can finish it up. It’s reasonably easy, find...

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Painting Light Canvas to Cover It with Dark Threads

July 18, 2011

Originally posted 2007-06-04 08:23:05. Republished by Blog Post PromoterMarilyn wrote: Hello: I wonder if you will be so kind as to help me. I have a wonderful hand painted...

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New Cyberclasses with Art Needlepoint

Beginning in February 2012, I have several great classes coming up with Art Needlepoint, suitable for stitchers at any level. The projects are large and small. One focuses on threads but the others emphasize stitching. Contact me for the schedule & for more information.

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