Expressions in Needleart

05/21/2026

Oh my gosh, it’s one thing after another. We are closed at the moment today but trying hard to make it in as soon as we can.

05/07/2026

Great colors in this fabulous shawl.

05/07/2026

New canvases. Preorders only.

05/01/2026

Two of my favorite colors! Don't they look great together?

03/26/2026

You can never have too many baskets. 🧺

Using Woolstok Tweed held double, these sturdy nesting baskets are the perfect trio for any home. Add stripes of color or make them solid, this advanced beginner project takes four hanks and makes three crochet baskets.

Designer: Bobbi IntVeld,

[Portage Crochet Baskets – Woolstok Tweed in colors Wild Mushroom, Fern Frond, & Olive Branch]

https://blueskyfibers.com/product/portage-crochet-baskets/

03/21/2026

Love stitching on 13 count? A few tips from Kreinik.

"Which Kreinik Braid size is best for 13-mesh?"

This question comes up a lot, as 13-mesh canvas is popular for needlepoint. The answer: it depends! (See below). As a general rule, however, go for Medium #16 Braid.

1. Kreinik Canvas #24 Braid was created by designer request to give full coverage in tent stitch on 13-mesh canvas. Some stitchers, however, prefer a lighter look and use Medium #16 Braid (which comes in more colors than #24 Braid). So thickness can be a personal preference when stitching.

2. Some colors—with HL, V, L, C or F in the color number—are thicker than basic metallic colors (with no letter in the number). When using these, you may want to go down a Braid size and use Tapestry #12 Braid on 13-mesh. Test on a canvas scrap to see if you are getting the coverage you desire.

3. Medium or Canvas Braid recommendations are for basic stitches. When you are doing decorative stitches, you may need to use thinner Braids.

Please share with your needlepoint friends and groups so they can purchase the right size Braid for 13 mesh.

03/13/2026

If you know me, you know that I absolutely love Caron's Snow metallic thread. It's been discontinued but I was able to source a bit more in some of my favorite colors. Please note, the colors in this photo are not accurate they are a real navy blue, a dark forest green, a beautiful red and crystal. We have some other colors available too.

02/07/2026

If you’re a knitter, I would highly recommend following Patty Lyons Knitting. She offers the best education and knitting tips!

I find that many knitters have been sold to "count the Vs under the needle" as the way to count rows. This can lead to misunderstanding which row they are on because the trick only works with long tail cast on.⁠

Learn how to properly count rows: https://buff.ly/O0YSaJu

02/04/2026

02/04/2026