Ellen Johnson
What Is A Stitch Guide?
If you’re a veteran stitcher, you probably know that a stitch guide is a set of instructions for how to stitch a particular needlepoint canvas in such a way that your finished project turns out exactly like the original piece. But if you’re new to needlepoint, you may not have a clue about what stitch … Read more
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Are Needlepoint And Embroidery The Same Thing?
Do you ever hear people calling different forms of needlework by the wrong name? Knitting and crochet get mixed up all the time. And as a former shop owner, I used to hear needlepoint and embroidery get called all sorts of things – including knitting and sewing. So, are needlepoint and embroidery the same? The … Read more
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DMC Perle Cotton #3 – Friend Or Foe?
One of my followers recently sent an email to our help desk asking why I don’t like DMC Perle Cotton #3. It’s been a while since I used it and, in all fairness, I knew that I should give it another try before I responded… hence last week’s episode of Needlepoint TV™. 😉 So here’s … Read more
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