You’re happily stitching along when you suddenly notice it: your beautiful thread is starting to look a little fuzzy. If this has happened to you, you’re not alone. Thread fuzz is a common needlepoint problem, particularly when working with wool, silk-and-wool blends, and softer fibers. The good news? A few simple changes can make a …
Criss-Cross Hungarian Stitch: A Beautiful Textured Needlepoint Stitch If you’re ready to venture beyond basic tent stitches, Criss-Cross Hungarian is a wonderful decorative stitch to add to your needlepoint repertoire. This stitch creates a beautiful woven-looking texture using groups of diagonal stitches that change direction. It can look quite intricate when finished, but once you …
When stitching a needlepoint canvas, one of the most important — and often overlooked — best practices is leaving extra rows of blank stitches around your design. Professional needlepoint finishers strongly recommend allowing at least 1 and half to 2 inches canvas beyond the stitched design area. It also helps to stitch a couple of …