VIVA ZIVA! newsletter published the pattern and instructions for creating this colorful belt-mounted bargello phone case. Get the pattern.
Many thanks to Bargello Needlepoint blog for pointing out this freebie.
Stitch a palm leaf rug
Imagine creating a petite rug for your entry or boudoir with this palm leaf stitch. Karen Barbe shows you how. See the tute.
How to adapt a cross-stitch chart for needlepoint
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint explains how to adapt a whole-stitch cross-stitch pattern for needlepoint. Her approach multiplies the number of free charts available to you by — what — tenfold, a hundredfold? Lots! I love that she uses … Read More...
Free needlepoint charts: Cupcakes
Cheryl Fall, needlepoint editor for About.com, is sharing the charts for four sweet cupcake designs. She says, “The designs can be used as a group or individually, and may be used in any number of ways including framed, … Read More...
How to applique ultrasuede
Orna Willis has temporarily posted a couple of class videos about adding ultrasuede applique to your needlepoint projects. Check them out while you can!
Six tips: Improve your bargello
How to estimate bargello threads and costs
Bargello Needlepoint blog has a great post about how to estimate the amount of thread you’ll need for a bargello project. Three methods — from rough to precise — are sure to meet your needs. See the thread post.… Read More...
Free chart: Mini needlepoint
If you like miniature needlepoint, you’ll love this free floral petit point chart from Kreinik. The site says, “Worked over one on 40-count silk gauze, the design is about the size of a quarter.” Get the chart.
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Tutorial: The proper way to cut pearl cotton
With a few quick photos and words, Bargello Needlepoint blog shows us how to turn a twisted skein of pearl cotton thread into an easy-to-use pull-skein. No more winding; no more tangles. Brilliant. See the tute.
Free stash-buster project from Janet
Here’s another rockin stash-buster project from Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint. She says,
… Read More...Brimming with Scotch Stitch diamonds in two sizes, the Scrap Bag Needlepoint pattern is a good one for medium and large projects. Two colors appear