Needlepoint 101

How to Begin Needlepointing: A Beginner’s Guide That Won’t Overcomplicate It

How to Begin Needlepointing: A Beginner’s Guide...

Bonnie Bueter

Your first canvas does not need to be perfect. It just needs to be finished. You will learn as you go. Your second canvas will look better than your first....

How to Begin Needlepointing: A Beginner’s Guide...

Bonnie Bueter

Your first canvas does not need to be perfect. It just needs to be finished. You will learn as you go. Your second canvas will look better than your first....

Types of DMC Thread and When to Use Each

Types of DMC Thread and When to Use Each

Bonnie Bueter

Needlepoint should not feel like a chemistry exam. If the thread covers the canvas, pulls through comfortably, and gives you the look you want, you are probably on the right...

Types of DMC Thread and When to Use Each

Bonnie Bueter

Needlepoint should not feel like a chemistry exam. If the thread covers the canvas, pulls through comfortably, and gives you the look you want, you are probably on the right...

Painted vs. Printed Needlepoint Canvases: What’s the Difference?

Painted vs. Printed Needlepoint Canvases: What’...

Bonnie Bueter

One of the biggest questions in needlepoint right now is whether a canvas should be painted or printed. People have opinions. Strong ones. The kind usually reserved for college football,...

Painted vs. Printed Needlepoint Canvases: What’...

Bonnie Bueter

One of the biggest questions in needlepoint right now is whether a canvas should be painted or printed. People have opinions. Strong ones. The kind usually reserved for college football,...

Scooping vs. Pulling Your Needle Through Canvas: Which Needlepoint Method Is Better?

Scooping vs. Pulling Your Needle Through Canvas...

Bonnie Bueter

Beginners should usually start with pulling. It is slower, but it helps you understand stitch direction, tension, and placement. Once you feel comfortable, try scooping on a larger section and...

Scooping vs. Pulling Your Needle Through Canvas...

Bonnie Bueter

Beginners should usually start with pulling. It is slower, but it helps you understand stitch direction, tension, and placement. Once you feel comfortable, try scooping on a larger section and...