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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![CHRISTMAS DESIGNS]()
Make beautiful Christmas cross stitch projects such as holiday ornaments, jar toppers, pictures, a pin cushion and more with the various patterns on this page.
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![COASTER AND MUG RUG PATTERN]()
Looking for plastic canvas coaster and mug rug patterns? This page is full of a variety of whimsical, beautiful, and themed patterns to make wonderful coasters and mug rugs!
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![DIY Plastic Canvas Gift Box Christmas Ornament]()
Create a charming gift box ornament with our easy plastic canvas tutorial! Perfect for holiday decor or gifts, with step-by-step guidance and a YouTube video.
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![Heart Ornament Perfect for Valentine's Day with Plastic Canvas]()
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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![How to Finish a Plastic Canvas Mug Rug or Coaster with a Felt Back]()
Learn to finish a plastic canvas project with a felt backing. Follow our simple steps for a polished look and added durability.
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![How to Start a Cross Stitch without a Knot]()
Learn how to start a cross stitch embroidery thread without using a knot.
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![How to Thread an Embroidery Needle (So EASY trick!)]()
This quick tip will have your tapestry needles threaded quickly and easily with a simple piece of paper!
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![How to Tie Off Embroidery Floss for Cross Stitch or Needlework]()
Here is a quick tip to neatly tie off embroidery floss at the back of a project without a knot.
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![Learn How to Make a French Knot on Plastic Canvas]()
Learn how to make the French knot stitch, one of the decorative plastic canvas stitches that is also used in embroidery.
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![Scotch Stitch Mug Rug Tutorial and Free Pattern]()
Create a scotch stitch plastic canvas mug rug with this free pattern and tutorial. Perfect for holding beverages, snacks, and as a decorative touch!
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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![Snowflake Christmas Ornament with Plastic Canvas]()
Bring in the holiday season with simple snowflake decorations. Our simple free little pattern makes a wonderful 3-dimensional snowflake ornament.
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![600+ FREE PROJECTS & PATTERNS]()
Find over 600 FREE projects for cross stitch, plastic canvas, needlepoint, embroidery, blackwork, hardanger and more.
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![CROSS STITCH PATTERNS & PROJECTS]()
Free counted cross stitch patterns abound in this cross stitch directory. Included are over 300 cross stitch patterns and projects, including free cross stitch alphabet patterns.
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![CHRISTMAS]()
Create your Christmas decorations this year with free plastic canvas patterns. Decorate your tree, mantel, and table. Hang them from garland or give them as gifts or hostess gifts.
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![Thread Conversion Charts]()
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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![How to End the Blanket Stitch]()
Learn how to end the blanket stitch three different ways depending on layers of fabric and ending location.
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![How to do the Basic Blanket Stitch]()
Learn how to do the blanket stitch with this blanket stitch tutorial. It's used as an edging to attach applique designs, finish felt toys and ornaments.
New Stuff
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This article explains why they think you should consider binding your embroidery hoop.
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Stitch Floral
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If you want to learn how to embroider, Custesy Crafts had 10 beginner lessons from the essential supplies to basic embroidery stitches to finishing and washing the embroidery project.
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Cutesy Crafts
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In this blog post, you will discover the various types of different needles to help you choose the best one for your hand embroidery project.
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La Creative Mama
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In this short tutorial, the author explains to you why and how to bind your embroidery hoop.
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Polkadots & Blooms
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The blog post looks at two of the most common situations when you need to finish your embroidery thread.
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Stitch Floral
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This video will show you the best way to quickly and easily separate strands of embroidery floss without tangling.
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Needlepointers.com
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In this blog article, the author guides and recommends the best fabric for hand embroidery and why.
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Practical Embroidery
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Shops sell different size embroidery needles. Learn how to choose the right needle for your hand embroidery project.
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Beth Colletti Art & Design
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Find excellent tutorials of hand embroidery stitches, from the basics embroidery stitch such as the chain stitch, to the more advanced stitches such as the double herringbone stitch.
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Needlepointers.com
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Here you can see many video tutorials showing hand embroidery stitches and techniques.
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Needlepointers.com