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Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Understanding the basic needlepoint tools

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To Frame Or Not To Frame, That Is The QuestionWhile many needlepoint books and resources insist that the use of a frame is not necessary for most projects, I am unable to imagine working any needlepoint project without one.There are two important reasons to use a frame for needlepoint. The first and most important reason for ... More..

Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts Introduction to needlepoint canvas

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Choosing the canvas is one of the most important aspects of designing a needlepoint project. As discussed in the previous article, The Five Basic Types of Needlepoint Stitches, another important decision involves choosing the stitch or stitches to be used in the piece. Although the two elements are dependent upon each other, ... More..

Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts How to do the web stitch

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The Web Stitch is a member of the Cross Stitch family. All stitches in the cross stitch family will, at some point, cross within the stitch. The Web Stitch is no exception. This needlepoint stitch, although time-consuming, is easy to work. The Web Stitch is closely woven, making it virtually snag proof. Because of this, it ma... More..

Hobbies & Games > Yarn & Needle Crafts A guide to the basics of needlepoint

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One of most confusing aspects of learning needlepoint is deciphering the many stitches that are available. If you are working from a kit, it generally isn't a problem. Each kit will specify which stitches should be used and where. However, if you are creating your own project from scratch, where do you go to get help? At http... More..

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