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Curated Clicks: Tutorials, Releases & Stitchy News
Here’s a quick, curated scroll of what caught my eye this month — tutorials from talented creators, fresh releases, and a few stitchy industry updates. These are mostly outbound links so you can jump straight to the original source (and support the creators behind them). Expect a mix of tutorials, tools/apps, creator videos, and noteworthy releases.
- Megan from The Needlepoint Clubhouse gave a short but good look at what trunk show are all about: Instagram or Facebook
- KC Needlepoint introduced The Beginner Kits brand new for 2026
- Needlepoint Now issue drop: They just shared the front + back covers for the new issue. See the covers on Instagram, and visit their site for subscription and issue details.
- Penny Linn CEO & Founder Krista LeRay has created a podcast on all platforms, but you can also catch it on YouTube: First Episode
- Megan’s Musings | Musing on the Continental and Basketweave Technique on YouTube
- Caitlin of Feral Notions created a pattern and stitch-along for a House Needlepoint Purse website/Instagram
Stitching for Good (Fundraisers + Community Support)
Needlepoint often moves fast when the community wants to help—think limited-run canvases, charts, preorder drops, and shop fundraisers that direct proceeds to aid organizations. I’ll use this space to share any active campaigns I’m seeing.
Click on the images to go to the respective websites.
From Lycette Designs:
From Emily Bragg Designs:
From Martha of POP Needle Arts:
Quick Links
New here, or looking for something specific? Start with these quick links — my best needlepoint guides, resources, stitch con info, and handy archives, all in one spot.
- Resources: Tips and Tricks
- Introducing Your First Needlepoint — A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Series
- Needlepoint Self-Finishing: Who to Learn From (Substack, YouTube, Shops & Classes)
More Needlepoint Posts:
- Why Is Needlepoint So Expensive? The Real Cost Breakdown (Plus Money-Saving Tips)
- Needlepoint News Recap: March 2026
- Hand Embroidery News Recap: March 2026
Off the Hoop: Latest Posts
- Needlepoint Community Buzz: The Fendi Stitchable Bag — And Custom Design, Too
- Craft Club Co Makes It Easy and Accessible to Try a New Fiber Craft
- Crochet Meets Couture: The Prada Safety Pin Controversy
