needlepoint stitches

Stitch samplers are a terrific way to practice new stitches.

A Scrapbook of Stitch Samplers

By Ellen Johnson / October 29, 2020

The very first canvas embroidery stitch I learned – way back in the day – was the mosaic stitch. There are literally hundreds of canvas embroidery stitches that you can use to add depth and dimension to your needlepoint projects. And back in late September and early October, I hosted the 2020 Stitch Challenge to … Read more

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Let's celebrate National Needlepoint Month with the 2020 Stitch Challenge!

The 2020 Stitch Challenge

By Ellen Johnson / September 10, 2020

Hip, hip, HOORAY! It’s National Needlepoint Month and I have a super-fun surprise for you! To celebrate our favorite hobby, I’m hosting the 2020 Stitch Challenge! What the heck is that?! That’s a terrific question and I’m ever so glad you asked!  The 2020 Stitch Challenge is my brand new needlepoint Challenge where you’ll stitch … Read more

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Loop stitches are a terrific way to add texture, movement, and perspective to your needlepoint projects.

Using Loop Stitches on Your Needlepoint Canvases

By Ellen Johnson / September 3, 2020

WOW! It’s hard to believe that we’re already to our last stitch family that we’re going to explore in this series of blog posts! Are you ready to dive into loop stitches? Terrific! Me, too. Ellen Johnson

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