People are so stressed out these days with anxiety about the economy and life in general; and because money is tight and times are hard, costly hobbies are being placed on the back burner. But, this is not the case with needlepoint—especially Bargello. Most needlepoint and embroidery stitchers have a nest egg—a stash of threads,… [Continue Reading]
What’s the proper thread length to use when stitching bargello needlepoint? This is probably one of the first questions a beginner will ask, because the tendency is to use a very long piece of thread to start stitching. While it is true that bargello needlepoint stitches will cover the canvas quickly, sometimes a longer thread… [Continue Reading]
This FREE embroidery design by Sue Kerndt is the perfect gift for your favorite needle artist. It consists of a 4-way Bargello pattern in subtle colors with a cream or white background. Designed for the intermediate level stitcher, it is worked on 18-mesh needlepoint canvas and measures 4 inches square when finished. Download the FREE… [Continue Reading]
Needlepoint has a rich history that dates back to the 16th century. Bargello needlepoint is said to have originated in Florence, Italy and is known as Florentine Embroidery or Byzantine needlework. It is distinguished for its use of straight, mostly vertical stitches and colorful threads to create stunning designs. The straight stitches and use of… [Continue Reading]
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