A needlepoint doughnut is a cheerful small project with plenty of room for design decisions. The basic ring is simple to chart, while the icing, glaze,…
A needlepoint doughnut is a cheerful small project with plenty of room for design decisions. The basic ring is simple to chart, while the icing, glaze,…
A lighthouse makes a wonderfully expressive needlepoint subject. Its tall tower creates a clear vertical structure, while the sea, sky and shoreline offer room…
A convincing needlepoint landscape, flower or animal depends on more than choosing attractive threads. Colour value—the relative lightness or darkness of a…
A finished needlepoint square can become the centre of a cushion, wall hanging, tote, or full patchwork quilt. The key is to treat the stitched piece as a…
A tiny pair of needlepoint mittens is a charming project with plenty of room for personality. These miniature wearables can become tree ornaments, gift tags,…
A needlepoint belt is a satisfying project because it combines a useful finished item with the freedom of surface design. A paisley border gives the belt a…
An embroidery hoop can turn a small needlepoint design into a relaxed, contemporary wall decoration. The timber ring becomes part of the presentation, so the…
Ribbon stitches bring a soft, dimensional quality to needlepoint flowers. Unlike wool or cotton threads, silk and rayon ribbons spread across the canvas, catch…
A fox needlepoint design becomes especially striking when the animal is framed by a completely stitched background. Rather than leaving open canvas around the…
A dark canvas can become a small universe when stitched with glowing threads. Tiny stars, soft halos and drifting constellations give a needlepoint design a…