Persian yarn for Bargello needlepoint is 100% wool yarn made of three individual strands or “plies” that are loosely twisted together. This makes it quite versatile for use on various size canvas mesh [...]
Count the Cost of a Bargello Project
May 7, 2010 By 1 Comment
To help you count the cost, here is an example of some typical expenses for materials and supplies to make a simple Bargello needlepoint pillow. Estimates are calculated based on a medium-sized pillow (15″ square) stitched on 14-mesh mono needlepoint canvas [...]
6 Ways to Make Your Bargello Needlepoint Even Better
May 3, 2010 By 1 Comment
If you stitch regularly like I’m doing for the 2010 Bargello Challenge, your skill will naturally increase and stitching automatically improve. However, I’ve found that these 6 tips will make your Bargello needlepoint stitching results even better regardless of how frequent or infrequent you stitch [...]
Maintain An Even Thread Twist for Great Bargello Needlepoint Results
April 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When using two or more strands of thread to stitch Bargello needlepoint, a laying tool should be used to make each strand lie flat side-by-side; but when using only one strand of thread, care should be taken to maintain an even twist for great Bargello needlepoint results [...]
Estimating Thread Quantities for Bargello Needlepoint Projects
April 13, 2010 By 1 Comment
Recently, a visitor to the site asked how to estimate the amount of thread she should purchase to work a 16″ square Bargello needlepoint pillow. The answer to this question depends largely on the stitcher, the type of stitches, canvas mesh size, and the kind of thread that will be used.
How to Calculate Design Size for Different Canvas Mesh
March 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Bargello patterns are usually charted to make it easy to see the canvas grid and stitches, and are not drawn necessarily to scale. Here’s how you can calculate the design size when using different gauges of needlepoint canvas [...]
Understanding the Step In Bargello Needlepoint
March 15, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A typical Florentine or Bargello needlepoint stitch is vertical and made by working up or down over a specific number of canvas threads. To create variation and movement in a Bargello pattern, two or more of these stitches are either placed side by side or worked by “stepping” across the canvas row by row until the desired design takes shape [...]
Bargello Stitch-In
February 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Record snowfalls are blanketing the USA this week. In fact, it has been reported that every State, except Hawaii has received some snow. What does this mean for Bargello Needlepoint [...]
Bargello Needlepoint Designers Are the BEST
September 9, 2009 By 2 Comments
I admire Bargello needlepoint designers for their innate color sense, unconventional use of stitch patterns and unusual and creative design ideas. Every serious designer of Bargello needlepoint has a distinctive vision [...]
Where to Buy Blank Needlepoint Canvas
September 4, 2009 By 9 Comments
A Bargello Needlepoint reader asked this question which prompted me to write a post on buying large pieces of blank needlepoint canvas in bulk and at a discount for making Bargello projects [...]
Take This Quiz and Test Your Bargello Knowledge
September 3, 2009 By 5 Comments
Do you enjoy Bargello needlepoint? Answer five trivia questions and pick up some fun facts, as well as really useful Bargello needlepoint tips. Test your Bargello IQ and increase your knowledge of the easiest and most creative form of canvas embroidery today [...]
Try These Hand Therapy Tips When Stitching Bargello Needlepoint
August 11, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Do your hands get tired or achy when you stitch? When working on a typical Bargello needlepoint project, you will most likely make thousands of repetitive stitches before you’re done; so anything you can do to soothe your hands and keep them nimble will help. Try these hand therapy tips when stitching Bargello needlepoint [...]
Before You Stitch a Bargello Needlepoint Project, Do the Prep Work
August 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
For the best-looking results, take time to prepare BEFORE you make the first stitch in your Bargello needlepoint project. Common tasks like stretching the canvas, getting it ready to stitch and choosing color schemes and appropriate threads are the same no matter the type of needlepoint project you are making; but equally important are the two preparation activities that should be considered BEFORE you purchase canvas and supplies [...]
The Value of Stitching Bargello Needlepoint with Quality Materials and Workmanship
August 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
It has been said that quality materials and quality workmanship provide immense pleasure and satisfaction to the stitcher while adding tremendous value to the entire stitching experience. One of the worse things that can happen is to work a Bargello needlepoint project with poor quality materials and/or workmanship. Here are some pointers you can use to consistently produce quality stitching results.
The StitchSmart Floor Stand for Bargello Needlepoint Projects
July 1, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I use frames for all of my Bargello needlepoint projects, no matter how small or large they may be. Why? Because I like two-handed stitching, the kind I learned to do in Japanese Embroidery. In order to keep both of my hands free for stitching I use a floor stand to hold my frame [...]
Stitch Bargello Needlepoint in 3 Different Directions
June 30, 2009 By 2 Comments
There are three different directions in which you can stitch Bargello needlepoint: vertical, diagonal and four-way. I suppose there may even be a circular direction if you combine the three; but that’s a challenge for talented designers like [...]
Brass Thumb Tacks and Bargello Needlepoint
June 23, 2009 By 4 Comments
For a smooth and even finish to your Bargello needlepoint, consider using brass thumb tacks to mount your needlepoint canvas on stretcher bars to frame it for stitching. Although you don’t need a frame to stitch Bargello needlepoint, it does help when making small projects like ornaments, coasters or wallet inserts, or when you need both hands to make a specialty stitch for embellishment [...]
Needlework Uplight for Bargello Needlepoint
June 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Daylight has done it again with this unique lightweight and lightweight needle worker’s light-box. The Needlework Uplight by Daylight™ comes with an 8-watt tube that softly shines up through your needlepoint canvas so you can see the mesh clearly, easily locate your needle position and work in complete comfort on your lap or work table [...]
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