Ever wanted to learn to needlepoint? This new beginner’s needlepoint class and kit was created by The Comfy Cottage with the help of designer and teacher, Beth Gantz. Geared towards those that are new to the wonderful art of needlepoint, Beth will teach you how to stitch a cute monogrammed canvas that would make a fun little pillow or wall-hanging. The class itself is free, and can be found on YouTube. It’s a great way to learn the following 5 beginner needlepoint stitches:
The Basket Weave Stitch
Skip Tent Stitch
The Brick Stitch
The Rhodes Stitch
The Double T
If you want to stitch along with the video you can order the companion kit at The Comfy Cottage’s site. You can also get a 10% off coupon to use on the the kit by signing up for their newsletter, and they have free shipping on orders of $30 or more too, so it’ll cost nothing to get it to you.
When ordering this needlepoint kit, you’ll be able to select which letter you’d like to order, and they’ll create your own custom kit with:
A monogrammed hand-painted 10 mesh canvas by Beth Gantz
A Size 20 John James Needle
Wooden Stretcher bars
Vineyard Merino Wool
Vineyard Silk
Kreinik Ribbon Spool
Rainbow Gallery Very Velvet
Silk & Ivory
Stitch guide with diagrams for all the stitches
You’ll have a lot of fun learning how to needlepoint with this kit. It also makes a great gift for kids, teens or the cross-stitch enthusiast in your life looking for a fun new hobby.
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