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Stumpwork techniques may be used to add dimension to your needlepoint projects.

What is Stumpwork?

By Ellen Johnson / September 11, 2022

So, you want to add some dimension to your needlepoint canvases? Well, my friend, stumpwork is one of the best ways to do just that! Ellen Johnson

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Learn the basics of needlepoint with Ellen in Needlepoint Made Easy!

Set Yourself Up For Needlepoint Success

By Ellen Johnson / August 28, 2022

Another school year is upon us and it’s a terrific time to do a reset for your needlepoint hobby. Wondering what a “needlepoint reset” is? Well, the short answer is that it’s a self-assessment of where you are on your needlepoint journey. So grab your favorite mug, fill it up, and let’s chat about how … Read more

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The upright cross stitch is an essential stitch that every needlepointer should know.

The Upright Cross Stitch…

By Ellen Johnson / August 21, 2022

The upright cross stitch is exactly what it sounds like – a cross stitch that’s standing upright. It’s a smallish stitch and that makes it the perfect choice for a variety of design components. (Remember, a design component is an object on your canvas.) Ellen Johnson

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