Needleworking Department
Have you ever wanted to learn different types of needlework?
This is the place to learn techniques for crafts such as blackwork, candlewicking, hardanger, redwork and ribbon embroidery, to name a few.
We provide free project ideas, free patterns and free samples on various needlework crafts. In addition, the department offers links to the top cross stitch sites on the Internet as well as cross stitch calculators and floss conversion charts.
Order supplies for your new craft through our online shopping center.
New Tutorials and Pages
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Learn how to stitch the cable stitch in embroidery with our video and photo tutorial. This stitch is used to outline.
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Create your Christmas decorations this year with free plastic canvas patterns. Decorate your tree, your mantel, your table, hang from garland or give as gifts.
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Learn how to make cute and unique plastic canvas heart Valentine's Day ornaments. Follow our easy tutorial and stitch your own heart using pre-cut canvas!
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Learn how to make a hand embroidery French knot to add a sweet detail to embroidery work. This stitch is quite simple once it has been practiced!
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Learn how to start a cross stitch embroidery thread without using a knot.
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Make a handy drink coaster using this free plastic canvas coaster pattern. It's quick and easy and will look great in the home!
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Learn how to make a delightful drink coaster using circles of plastic canvas and yarn. Time to get creative with some fun plastic canvas shapes!
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Follow the steps in this tutorial to make the fancy chevron stitch. This decorative stitch can be done on cross stitch or embroidery.
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Penny rug ornaments will brighten any Christmas tree, wreath or gift! Here found a free Christmas ornament pattern using penny circles. It's economical project.
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These plastic canvas Valentine patterns will show the love this February. There are hearts-galore on totes, baskets, bookmarks, classroom mailboxes and so much more!
Trending this Week
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This is the place for free plastic canvas crafts and patterns! See everyday and seasonal free plastic tissue box patterns, free patterns for accessories, organization, jewelry and much more.
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Find embroidery thread conversion charts for floss, wool, used for needlework. Conversion charts for brands DMC, Anchor, Bucilla, Cosmo Seasons and more.
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Click to find a list of cross-stitch alphabet patterns & text generators for use in needlework patterns. Perfect for personalizing gifts or stitching favorite quotes.
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Here are the best free blackwork embroidery patterns showing classic Elizabethan monochromatic designs. Used to adorn cuffs, collars and hems of garments, today they make lovely designs to display.
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How to make an Easter basket with plastic canvas sized for an 18 Inch doll.
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Click for 20+ of the best cross-stitch and needlework pattern maker applications. Create your own patterns for cross-stitch or needlework with these free and paid pattern generators.
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How to finish a plastic canvas coaster
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With this tutorial learn how to hand embroider the woven circle stitch. This is a beautiful, decorative stitch that can be made on any type of fabric.
New Stuff
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How to add a bead to the half-closed ring.
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Be-Stitched
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Learn how to add a bead to to picot.
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Be-Stitched
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How to finish a doily.
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Be-Stitched
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This article shows you the various ways to join two pieces of plastic canvas so you can construct your own 3D designs and how to finish off those naked edges for a neat finish.
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Bobbin & Fred
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The conversion chart is "out of stock" but they have two photos of the chart on the linked page. If you need this chart, I would recommend downloading the photos which seem to be most/all of the conversion chart.
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Luca-S
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Old JP Coats to New JP Coats and to DMC and Anchor.
From
Cross Stitchers Unite
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This article gets you started on plastic canvas including the stitches. Then proceeds to finish techniques such as felt backing, ornament hangers, greeting cards, and more. Finally, ending with tips.
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Herrschners
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Learn how to hide thread ends when starting a project.
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Be-Stitched
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Designs by Marilyn Leavitt-Imblum. Design theme include Amish, Angel, Baby, Celtic, Christmas, Fairy and more.
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Which needlepoint canvas should you use?
From
Needlepoint For Fun