Ellen Johnson

The lavender flowers are worked in French knots on this canvas by Maggie and Co., Lavender Fields.

All About French Knots

By Ellen Johnson / August 7, 2022

French knots are, by far, my favorite stitch. While the French knot is not “technically” a canvas embroidery stitch, you can definitely use it to add texture and visual interest to your needlepoint projects.  Ellen Johnson

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Tips for Choosing Your First Project

Choosing Your First Project

By Ellen Johnson / July 23, 2022

Are you a new stitcher? Perhaps you’re coming back to needlepoint after a bit of a break. Wherever you are on your adventure in stitches, I’m here to help you choose your first  – or next – project with confidence. See, I’m a former needlepoint shop owner, so I have some handy dandy tips that … Read more

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Understanding stitch diagrams is an essential skill for needlepointers.

Understanding Stitch Diagrams

By Ellen Johnson / July 16, 2022

Stitch diagrams can be confusing – especially when they don’t have numbers and letters. So, my friend, I’m here to help. Now, let’s take the guesswork out of using them! 🙂 Ellen Johnson

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