Ellen Johnson
Needlepoint Stitches for Small Spaces
So, you have a cute little ornament that you want to stitch for a special someone. And you’d like to jazz it up with decorative stitches, but all of the design components are SO small! Which needlepoint stitches can you use for those small spaces? That’s a terrific question… Ellen Johnson
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Choosing Needlepoint Threads For Your Projects
Choosing needlepoint threads for a painted canvas is one of my favorite things about stitching. But if you’re a newer needlepointer, or if you’ve been away from our favorite hobby for a while, or if you don’t live near a local needlework shop, you might find the process a wee bit overwhelming. The sheer number … Read more
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4 Needlepoint Myths and How to Avoid Them
If you’ve ever worked a needlepoint canvas using a professional stitch guide, you know the difference that decorative stitches and fancy threads can make in your finished project. The added texture and sparkle bring a flat 2-dimensional design to life and transform a plain needlepoint canvas into a hand-stitched work of art. Maybe you’ve even … Read more
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