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Beautiful Sunset Needlepoint

December 17, 2012

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I was looking at Janet Perry’s fantastic website, nuts about needlepoint, today and came across one of the best looking projects I’ve seen in months!  The Naoshima Sunset was stitched by Lois Kershner and she won a prize at one of the ANG seminars last year for this!

This is custom needlepoint at it’s best.  The background is congress cloth, which was then stitched using light stitches and exposed canvas to achieve this effect.

Naoshima Sunset by Lois Kershner

Naoshima Sunset by Lois Kershner

If you have every wanted to needlepoint a photo, we’d be happy to help.  We specialize in making custom needlepoint canvases, and we use: (mono) 10, 12, 14, 18, interlock 14, and congress cloth.  You can preview the design on our website www.NeedlePaint.com   I also see potential with cross stitch here with exposed canvas.

But, if you can take a class from Lois, she’ll teach you new techniques to use!  You can see here needlepoint class schedule for 2013 here.

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New Fleur De Lis Needleopint Belt Patterns!

December 14, 2012

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I was flipping through some magazines last weekend and came across a beautiful tie for men.

The idea was simple and classic, but with a modern twist.  A violet background leaning towards red, with a bright pink fleur de lis repeating up the tie every once in a while.

The idea is so simple, it really is the colors that make this needlepoint design special.  So I figured why not design our own fluer de lis needlepoint belts.  Why not standout this year with your own custom needlepoint belt!

Yellow and Blue Fleur De Lis Needlepoint Belt

Yellow and Blue Fleur De Lis Needlepoint Belt Preview

More Color Ideas for the Fluer De Lis Needlepoint Pattern

More Color Ideas for the Fluer De Lis Needlepoint Pattern

We can adjust to any color you like, add a monogram, words, or really anything you’d like to see.  Each belt is made to order, so we’ll fit the size to you!

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New Needlepoint Kits for Bike Lovers!

December 9, 2012

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Our newest design here at Needlepaint is out and ready for stitching. This new kit is for the cyclist in your life. Spread the bike love with this pillow accenting your sofa or chair.  We can do it in any color to fit in with your decor.  Above is an example of a colorway that can be used for this needlepoint pillow.  Let us know your color choices and we’ll send you the canvas and thread to make it happen.

Check out the funky room below!

photo credit: <a href=”http://www.flickr.com/photos/abnetsel/2722789546/”>indigo_jones</a> via <a href=”http://photopin.com”>photopin</a> <a href=”http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/”>cc</a>

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Needlepoint Dog Door Stop

December 6, 2012

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We worked on this project with our customer, it was a pretty simple request, but sometimes the simple projects are the best!

Lovely stitching Sandy!

If you to create your own custom needlepoint kit, go to www.NeeldePaint.com or contact us directly for assistance.

Stitched Neeldepoint Door Stop Cover

Stitched Neeldepoint Door Stop Cover

 

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Previews of New Baby Needlepoint Canvases…

December 4, 2012

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New pink lady bug canvas!

New Pink Lady Bug canvas!

We are excited about our new baby needlepoint canvases.  We have been working hard to create lots of new designs that will work for any nursery. Take your pick from our pink ladybug baby pillow to a simple plaid for a little man, visit our site and pick from various colors and canvasses.  Like always all of our designs can be personalized to your liking and baby’s style. So just choose your color and specify your custom text.

This Frog needlepoint canvas is adorable to celebrate the birth of your little prince!

This Frog needlepoint canvas is adorable to celebrate the birth of your little prince!

New Coventry birth announcement canvas!

New Coventry birth announcement canvas!  We have this one in different colors to match your nursery or the season.

These needlepoint kits celebrate the birth of a little one and can be a great gift for parents and baby.  Stay tuned, cause we are full of ideas at Needlpaint and there are surely more designs to come, happy stitching…

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New Needlepoint Belt Kits Out Just in Time for the Holidays!

November 30, 2012

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Three new belts at Needlepaint! Newport and Fishing Belt.

These new Needlepoint belts are perfect gift for dad or any loved one for the holidays.  Stitching personalized needlepoint (you can add a monogram, date or even name of your favorite lake or river!) is a great way to give a personal touch to your holiday gift.  Your work and thoughtfulness is preserved in every stitch you make.

The fishing belt is a great way to spot an avid fisherman sporting bass and bluegill fishys.  This unique belt will definitely be a great addition to any wardrobe.  Our second new belt in the Newport anchor belt.  It is a wonderful gift for any for any sailor or lover of the water. This belt adds a nautical touch to anyone’s style.

We have lots on needlepoint belt kits to choose from.  Check out all of our needlepoint belts at Needlepaint!  I’m sure we have the perfect gift for you.

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Christmas Needlepoint Order Deadlines

November 29, 2012

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This year it seems like people are shopping for Christmas needlepoint gifts earlier than ever!

We’ve been preparing for the final rush, but if you’re still looking, have no fear.

All orders placed by December 19th will arrive before Christmas, but for those of you who order after December 12th, we’ll request that you please email us to confirm if express shipping is needed.

If you’ve got quick hands, there is still time to make a Quick Stitch Needlepoint Ornament!

Quick Stitch Candy Cane Needlepoint Ornament

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Announce Baby’s Birth with Needlepoint Keepsakes

November 24, 2012

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Every proud mother, grandmother, aunt, or loved one would love to preserve that special day when a new addition was made to the family.  We have just launched a line of birth announcement needlepoint canvases.  These designs can be personalized with your little one’s name, birth date, weight and length.  Wanna add something else?  Just send us your request and we’ll make it happen!

The birth announcement canvasses can be used as pillows like seen above or can be framed and hung in a nursery or special place to commemorate the date.  Happy Stitching…

Girls Evergreen Baby Needlepoint Canvas

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More Geometric Designs in Hot Colors!

November 23, 2012

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These colors are sure to fit into your home and give it an updated touch.  Again, I was inspired by quilt patterns in making these designs.  You can find loads of new canvases at Needlepaint!  Geometry works perfectly for needlepoint and when stitched turns out  beautiful and crisp.

Color is critical component of any quilt and I believe in any room.  I love using pillows to accent a room in styling and interior design.  Go with neutral colors for your walls and furniture and pop the color with a colorful pillow or rug!  The great thing is that you can switch them out with the seasons or just when you need a change.  Check out the 2 rooms below… Which one works for you?

Vize Modern in funky new colors!

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Colorful Stained Glass Window Designs

November 16, 2012

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I love stained glass and the beauty that is brings to a church, home, any type of building.  So I decided to try to create one of those light filled designs in a needlepoint pillow.    Here in Chicago, I have discovered some great stained glass windows, especially at the Smith Museum of Stained Glass on Navy Pier.  If you ever visit us check it out!  But, in the mean time stitch your own with one of our needlepoint kit designs.  You can create that stained glass look by stitching it to a canvas.

Smith Museum of Stained Glass, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL

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This pillow would work nicely to accent stained glass in a room or add some color to a neutral space. You can find in on Needlepaint.com under VIEW MORE NEEDLEPOINT KITS.  We have a couple different color choices, but you can always personalize the color to flow in your space!

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