About Needlecrafts: Focus on Needlepoint

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Needlecrafts From Sarah White, your About Needlecrafts Editor This week we're taking a closer look at the Needlepoint site, so if you're a fan of the craft or just interested in learning more, here's your chance. Happy crafting! Needlepoint Stitches at a Glance This is an awesome resource that shows you all the needlepoint stitch tutorials available at the site. Click on any one and you'll get a description and picture as well as a chart showing just how to make the stitch. Search Related Topics:  needlepoint stitch journal  needlepoint stitches  stitch diagrams What's the Difference Between Needlepoint and Petit Point? There are lots of terms for different stitching techniques, and it can all get kind of confusing. This article can help clear up some of the technical terms used in needlepoint circles. Search Related Topics:  petit point  needlepoint  needlepoint questions How Do I Choose a Needle? Another basic that you need to know in order to do needlepoint successfully is what kind of needle to use. You have a couple of options, which are discussed here. Search Related Topics:  needlepoint basics  needle guide  Breezes through the Treezes Needlepoint Pattern Fall is right around the corner, and if you want to celebrate with stitching, this pretty pattern featuring trees changing color would be a great choice. Or you could stitch a single tree on a smaller project. Search Related Topics:  free needlepoint patterns  needlepoint charts  beginner needlepoint Related Searches Needlepoint Kits Free Cross Stitch Needlepoint Patterns Needlepoint Tapestry Free Knit Patterns Featured Articles Five Ways to Safely Store Quilts Understanding a Serger Entrelac Knit Pouch Beads in Motion Book Review Crocheted Aster Flower Granny Square Buddha Amulet Bag Pattern   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement