beginners
Textured Stitch Cyberclass
Learning new stitches and making something lovely is a double win for needlepointers. When the canvas is as delightful as this little kimono from Patt & Lee Designs, that’s even better. Patt and I are collaborating on a series of three classes for the three kimonos in this series. Each class will focus on a... »
Quilt Block Coasters with Stitch Guides
Making the transition from stitching your first needlepoint sampler to doing canvases can be a hard one. The projects should be good-looking, appealing enough that even an experienced stitcher will want to stitch them. They should be small, so that the stitcher has a sense of accomplishment when it’s done. And they should always... »
Waste Canvas
If you’re mainly a needlepointer, you may never have used waste canvas. This canvas opens up a whole new world of places to put needlepoint. The idea behind waste canvas is simple. You baste it onto a non-countable ground, do your stitching, wet the canvas, and then pull out the threads. The result is... »
Stitch Direction & Needlepoint – Part 2
While straight and diagonal stitches cover most needlepoint stitches, there are three other stitch and pattern directions that are quite powerful because they don’t have a strong direction. I often turn to these types of stitches when I need something that is unusual but doesn’t have strong lines. In fact, most of my go... »
Still Time for Needlepoint Cruise to Alaska
Do you want to combine stunning scenery with needlepoint? Are you looking for a chance to get a custom stitch guide and learn innovative needlepoint techniques in the context of a fun vacation? Look no further than my June 2010 Glacier Bay Cruise to Alaska. Craft Cruises and The Art Needlepoint Co invite you to... »