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Needlepoint canvas embellished with decorative stitches

Are Needlepoint And Embroidery The Same Thing?

By Ellen Johnson / January 8, 2022

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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CraftOptics magnifying glasses make it easy to see your needlepoint canvas.

CraftOptics Magnifying Eyeglasses to the Rescue

By Ellen Johnson / July 20, 2021

Well, hello there, my friend! Ready to take a peek at one of my favorite needlework helpers, CraftOptics glasses?! I first saw these unique-looking glasses at market. Kelly Clark was wearing them in her booth while she was doing a stitch demonstration. 🙂 Ellen Johnson

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Rest and relaxation at the beach... my happy place!

What Do Rest and Soap Operas Have in Common?

By Ellen Johnson / July 2, 2021

Granny was a die-hard fan of Days of Our Lives. She also taught me to stitch. On the surface, those two things don’t seem to have anything in common. But, in my life, they’re inextricably linked. The common denominator is rest. Let me explain… Ellen Johnson

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