Needlepoint Shops - Northwest United States
Needlepoint Shops - Northwest United States
View ArticlePonderosa Pines Needlepoint Pattern
Stitch a grove of Ponderosa Pines. The project works up quickly in long stitch, with a touch of Hungarian stitch around the borders. A matching medallion pattern is also included.
View ArticleDaisy Chain Needlepoint Pattern
This is a pretty project worked using only the continental stitch. The chart is worked in quadrants, making it an ideal project for a beginner to learn how to follow a charted design.
View ArticleThe Moorish Stitch
The Moorish Stitch is a needlepoint filling stitch worked in stepped, diagonal rows.
View ArticleFall Leaves Needlepoint Scrap Pattern
Here's a perfect scrap-basket pattern! Stitch a blanket of leaves on a dark ground using assorted colors in a variety of needlepoint stitches.
View ArticleThe Pineapple Stitch
The Pineapple stitch is named for its resemblance to the skin of a pineapple. This stitch is a highly textured filling stitch, and is worked in three sections. Page 2.
View ArticleBrick Stitch - How to Work the Brick Stitch
The brick stitch is a simple decorative stitch that adds a nice bit of texture to a needlepoint project.
View ArticleWorking the Diagonal Chevron Stitch
The Diagonal Chevron Stitch is a bold, textured needlepoint stitch with defined diagonal banding. The stitch is worked in diagonal rows going in 2 directions.
View ArticleThe Byzantine Stitch
The Byzantine Stitch is worked in diagonal rows and makes a very nice, textured filler for backgrounds and decorative elements in a needlepoint design.
View ArticleWinterscapes Needlepoint Pattern and Instructions
This versatile project features six individual elements that can be used separately as Christmas ornmanets, or together to make a pretty cushion front or wallhanging for the holidays. Page 2.
View ArticleStretcher Frame
Frames used in needlepoint are referred to as scroll frames and stretcher frames. They are used to keep the needlepoint canvas taut, freeing both of your hands to stitch, and reduces canvas warping and...
View ArticleChubby Bunny Easter Pattern
Work this Chubby Bunny needlepoint pattern in basic needlepoint stitches. The colors of the Easter bunny can be easily changed and personalized. Work a single Easter Bunny, multiple bunnies, or stitch...
View ArticleIce Cream on a Stick Pattern Series - July
Celebrate Independence Day with a striped motif. This Ice Cream on a Stick is the sixth pattern in a series of 12, and represents the month of July. Page 2.
View ArticleNeedlepoint and Tapestry Needles
Tapestry needles have a blunt point and an large eye and are used to stitch a design on needlepoint canvas.
View ArticleStitching Piping to Needlepoint
Piping adds a nice finish to any project. It's easy to stitch to a needlepoint project by following these basic guidelnes. Page 2.
View ArticleBe Mine Needlepoint Valentine
Stitch this fun, funky needlepoint valentine for someone special!
View ArticleBlocking
A finished needlepoint canvas is often warped or stretched after completion. Blocking helps return a warped canvas back to its original shape and size.
View ArticleFresh Catch!
Here's the big one that didn't get away! Stitch a needlepoint fish and show off the fresh catch of the day.
View ArticleRoyal School of Needlework
The Royal School of Needlework is the international center for embroidery teaching based at Hampton Court Palace in south-west London. Their mission is to teach, practice and promote the art of hand...
View ArticleHow to Couch or Tack Thread
Couching is worked by taking small stitches over the laying thread, evenly spaced, to secure it in place.
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