When you think of needlepoint, you probably think of a diagonal stitch that looks like this: ///// This classic stitch is actually part of a family of stitches called “tent” stitches. The tent stitches all...

I was planning on just posting a few pictures to Instagram of a beautiful sweater that my grandmother knit. Then I started Googling and found out so much fascinating information that I just had to...

I get a lot of questions about how I keep my threads organized while working on a project. The short answer is project bags and twisting yarn into skeins.   Organizing a Project Zipped pouches...

Since needlework requires hours upon hours of quality time with a few tools, I’m always on the lookout for better and more convenient products. These are the latest that I can’t live without. Must-Haves Wool...

You can use almost any type of thread or yarn to stitch a needlepoint canvas. The key is using the right number of strands to get the right amount of coverage.   Strand Counts For...

  What is finishing? As you near the end of your project, it’s time to think about “finishing” it. Finishing transforms your stitched canvas from a work-in-progress to a work of art.  After you’ve stitched...