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Zero-Waste Embroidery: How to Use Scrap Fabric and Threads

June 3, 2025 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

In a world where sustainability matters more than ever, zero-waste embroidery is capturing the hearts (and hoops) of eco-conscious crafters everywhere. With searches for “sustainable crafting” up over 200% in the past three years (Google Trends), it’s clear that makers … Read More ...

Bargello Needlepoint: A Pattern Directory for Dramatic Creations

October 13, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Bargello needlepoint, which originated in sixteenth-century Italy, uses a basic stitch that is repeated repeatedly to make a distinctive geometric design in brilliant colors. Our moms and grandparents enjoyed it in the 1960s and 1970s, and it is currently … Read More ...

Video Tutorial – An Introduction to Laid Work

July 1, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

The final portion of my Intermediate Modular Embroidery Sampler is an introduction to the Laid Work technique: overlaying three or more layers of thread to create a complicated design!

Laid work is an excellent method for swiftly generating a strong … Read More ...

18 Home Sweet Home Embroidery Patterns

January 2, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a new hobby that is both relaxing and creative? Embroidery might be just what you’re looking for. And if you’re a fan of all things home and hearth, these 18 home sweet home embroidery patterns are … Read More ...

3 Needlepoint Stitches for Skies

October 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Take your needlepoint design up to another level with these three stitches that are ideal for skies.  It comes to use from Poppy Monk Needlepoint.

The author takes a deep look at all three stitches.  Each one is described in … Read More ...

10 Needlepoint Christmas Stocking Patterns

July 23, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Wow, the holiday season is almost here and it’s time to start thinking about those special touches that make it so special. One of my favorite things to do during this time is to create special stockings for my friends … Read More ...

32 Free Needlework Stitching Charts

July 4, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Filled with 32 different stitch charts, this blog post over on the Chandail Needlework website will have you stitching all sorts of beautiful designs in no time.

This blog post is better suited for the more advanced stitcher.  You will … Read More ...

6 Easy Bargello Needlepoint Stitches

June 11, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As someone who loves needlepoint, I know how frustrating it can be to search for articles and tutorials on stitches. So when I stumbled upon this round-up of bargello stitches on The Spruce Crafts, I was ecstatic! This article offers … Read More ...

5 Fine Art Needlepoint Pillow Patterns

January 15, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As an avid needlepointer, I always love finding new projects to work on. And what could be more fun than creating a needlepoint pillow that looks like it was designed by some of the most famous artists in the world?… Read More ...

8 Hanukkah Needlework Patterns

November 20, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Whether you’re an experienced needleworker or just starting out, there’s a project for everyone in this collection of 8 Hanukkah-themed needlework projects. From needlepoint to cross-stitch, each project is carefully crafted to bring joy and festivity to your home or … Read More ...

Tips for Working With Variegated Thread in Needlepoint

October 25, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For some of us, variegated thread is not always easy to incorporate into needlepoint designs.  This article from Poppy Monk Needlepoint Kits is full of tips to help you get the most out of that beautiful thread.

Complete with basic … Read More ...

10 Free Needlework Pincushion Patterns

October 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

Pincushions are one of those little projects that don’t take too much time to make, but are useful.  They make great gifts and are a good way to practice needlework skills.  There are also a ton of designs available.  … Read More ...

How to Make a Rainbow Bricks Needlepoint Ornament

October 15, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here’s a small needlepoint project that really packs a graphic punch!  It’s a rainbow design from Nuts About Needlepoint.

Complete with a detailed stitch chart and color instructions, you can stitch this up in time for the holidays or … Read More ...

How to Make a Needlepoint Cardinal – Free Pattern

September 23, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Based on a quilt block, this fun little cardinal needlepoint pattern is brought to you by Nuts about Needlepoint and is easy to make.

Made with various shades of greens, blues, and reds (with a little bit of brown and … Read More ...

Bargello Needlepoint Review

August 3, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Known for its striking looks, bargello is a popular design in needlepoint.  This article from the Gentleman Crafter brings us a number of different variations of this striking design.

With examples of 7 different types of the technique, one is … Read More ...

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