Category: Needlepoint

Needlepoint finishing is the part that turns “I stitched a canvas” into “I have an ornament/pillow/clutch I can actually use.” For some stitchers, it’s a service you happily outsource. For others, self-finishing becomes a whole extra layer of the hobby — a bonus craft project that’s surprisingly satisfying once you get the hang of it.…

When Needlepoint Meets Vintage Collectibles I was tickled pastel when I saw that the vintage Lenox Spice Village was trending on social media (apparently due to viral thrift hauls). Not only do I run this blog about needlepoint, I’m also a vintage and antique dealer. I started out on Etsy and eBay, but I recently…

If you grew up in the 1980s or 1990s, you probably remember plastic canvas needlepoint: the stiff mesh used to stitch tissue box covers, coasters, dollhouse furniture, and every gift your grandma made for the holidays. For years, it sat quietly in the “retro craft” category — but now it’s having a very real comeback.…

Your guide to the bold, rhythmic world of flame-stitch needlework — from 17th-century Italian textiles to today’s quilts, home décor, and digital patterns. This is a phone coaster I made from plastic canvas using three different stitch patterns. What Is Bargello? Bargello is a style of needlepoint that uses long, upright stitches to create repeating…

Discover the most popular needlepoint canvases of all time — from timeless Christmas stockings to trendy travel rounds. See which painted and printed designs stitchers still can’t get enough of (and why they’ve stood the test of time). Needlepoint has a way of mixing creativity, nostalgia, and personality — and some designs have become true…

There’s something magical about making your very first stitches — that moment when a few colorful threads start to turn into something beautiful. If you’ve ever looked at a piece of needlepoint and thought, “I wish I could make that,” this new series is for you. Welcome to Your First Needlepoint, a gentle, beginner-friendly guide…

You did it! If you’ve followed along with the Your First Needlepoint series, you’ve learned so much — from what needlepoint even is to how to make your first stitches, choose your materials, and finish a project beautifully. Now, you’re ready for the fun part: building on your skills, finding your own style, and stitching…

Welcome back to Your First Needlepoint! You’ve stitched your first mini design (yay!) — now it’s time to make it shine. Finishing your needlepoint is that satisfying final step where your project transforms from “something I made” to “something I’m proud to show off.” Whether you want to frame it, gift it, or simply protect…

Welcome back to Your First Needlepoint! You’ve learned the basics — what needlepoint is, how to choose your materials, and how to make your first tent stitches. Now it’s time for the most exciting part of all: stitching your very first design! In this post, we’ll create a small, beginner-friendly project together — something simple,…

Welcome back to Your First Needlepoint! You’ve learned what needlepoint is, picked your canvas and threads, and set up your project. Now comes the moment you’ve been waiting for — your very first stitch. Every needlepointer starts here: with a small, simple stitch called the tent stitch. It’s the foundation of almost every design you’ll…