What Is Needlepoint? - Abigail Cecile

Needlepoint is a type of hand embroidery. Specifically, it is a counted form of embroidery. That means it is stitched on a canvas that has designated holes for your needle to go through (think of it as a grid). Because of the grid like canvas, the stitches are (for the most part) geometric in nature. How is needlepoint different from typical hand embroidery (the crafty kind you see on Instagram, in craft stores, or in kits and patterns on ?) Well, while you use some of the same materials, like a needle and floss, the stitches and background material are totally different. Typical hand embroidery can be stitched on just about anything. But needlepoint is stitched on an open weave canvas.  The stitches are limited by the holes of the grid which determines the types of stitches used. Another difference is

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What is Needlepoint? - Abigail Cecile

Abigail Cecile handpainted needlepoint canvas. Size: 11 x 7.5 / Mesh Count: 13 / AC 072

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Online Needlepoint Ornament Finishing Class - Abigail Cecile

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* Description * Details * Project Resources * A lovely and feminine design, ready to be stitched and beautify your space! The canvas is stitch

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