The Red Thread Atelier Needlepoint is a new needlepoint landing spot, online and in person, for a thoughtful selection of modern and timeless needlepoint. This is not your grandmothers needlepoint! We carry a wide variety of designers and accessories. Aiming for great customer service!
Small needlepoint canvases are quicker to stitch and more affordable than large canvases - which is probably why we like them. But, deciding what to do with a small canvas once it's stitched can be tricky. (Drawers stuffed with small stitched canvases, anyone?)Here are a few ideas for finishing and displaying small nee
Expert needlepoint pillow finishing. Let us turn your stitched needlepoint canvas into a beautiful pillow. We do other types of needlepoint finishing also including needlepoint stockings, ornaments and bags.
Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! I bought this beautiful fawn needlepoint picture at an estate sale several years ago. It now hangs in my guest room. The workmanship is incredible as you'll see
Today’s stitch may be diagonal (what?!) but you know you’re in the right place because it’s an open stitch. Thanks to Sheena of Sheena’s Sweet Stitches for the inspiration!
Finished examples of Kate Dickerson (KSH) Needlepoint designs
New to needlepoint? Check out these basic tips to help get you started quickly. In no time at all you will be making beautiful needlepoint projects.
Are you ready to move on from stitching your needlepoint canvas entirely in tent stitch (Half Cross, Continental, Basketweave)? Here are ten tips, and some basic theory, to keep in mind when choosing needlepoint stitches and planning your canvas: 1. Start SmallIt takes very few decorative stitches on a needlepoint canv
Learn two stress-free ways to shade a needlepoint canvas. Many needlepoint canvases have areas of shading... There are a couple of ways you might approach the shading on this needlepoint canvas. 1. How To Shade Needlepoint - Mix The Threads In The Needle. If you are stitching with a divisible thread (i.e. you can spl
Discover the art of choosing needlepoint stitches with our guide. Unlock endless design possibilities for your creations!
Bright needlepoint canvases, bright patterns & colors, hand painted needlepoint, original needlepoint designs by Kate Dickerson (KSH)
Kate Dickerson Hand Painted Needlepoint Canvases
It’s that magical time! The week before Zoom-bellishment! Woo Hoo! I can’t wait to see everyone and say Happy New Year. Have you made your stitching resolutions for 2024? Is there a canvas you want to stitch? Is there a technique you want to try? Do you want to know what I see when I […]
Needlepoint pillow kits from designers all over the world. Contemporary and traditional needlepoint tapestry kits with everything you need to complete the design.
Stitching background areas doesn't have to take all your time and thread. Try open stitches for the background. Charlie Harper - Dragonflies #CH-D279 The Open Diamond Stitch is a fun stitch you can use for a background on virtually any design. Or, use it for the sky in a landscape piece.
Learn the art of the Binding stitch with our tutorial. Perfect for finishing your needlepoint projects with a neat edge. Start stitching!
After spending millions of dollars on different threads and hundreds of hours trying different stitches, I decided to basketweave the backg...
I’ve said it before, and I’ll keep saying it. There’s nothing better than a box of finishing! Look what arrived. I’m delighted. This is Winter Sleep from Brenda Stofft. Brenda designed the canvas and I wrote the stitchguide. It sparkles! Are you surprised? This was designed for Brenda’s retreat at Bedecked and Beadazzled in 2019. […]
