http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/needlework-blog.html Use this handy cross stitch calculator to see how big your design will be when stitched on a different fabric count en-us needlework Sat, 04 Jul 2009 06:12:09 GMT Sat, 04 Jul 2009 06:12:09 GMT needlework-tips-and-techniques.com http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/number-of-strandshardanger.html How many strands of #5 do I use for hardanger on 22? What about #8? Is it 2 strands like cross-stitch or 1? Margaret, Perle threads are designed Sat, 04 Jul 2009 06:12:05 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/washing-a-tshirt-after-embroidery-to-remove-ink.html I am embroidering over ink and felt pen, messages that other people wrote to the person who owns the shirt. How do I get the ink out of the shirt Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:34:38 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/washing-linen.html I recently purchased 100 Belgium Linen. Do I wash it before I begin my project? And if so, how do I wash this type of Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:32:45 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery-stitches.html Tips and ideas for using different embroidery stitches to create beautiful flowers for your projects. Take part in the fun Embroidered Flowers Challenge. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:18:00 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/chain-stitch-embroidery.html Chain stitch embroidery is simple but effective. There are many variations on the chain stitch (including lazy daisy stitch) learn how to stitch them here. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:17:59 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/how-to-make-sense-of-multi-page-charts.html I am starting a needlework, particularly a counted cross stitch, business. I have a computer program, PC Stitch Pro. I have never used a program Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:05:02 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/iron-on-transfers.html If you are having difficulty finding iron on transfers for hand embroidery then stop by and find out where you can get them, and alternative ways to get your pattern onto your fabric. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 19:35:34 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/how-to-clean-very-old-framed-embroidery.html I have a very old, framed embroidery which was found at my parents home. The backing looks dirtied with dust and age. How do I clean this without Sat, 27 Jun 2009 21:34:42 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/learn-how-to-cross-stitch.html Carol makes it easy to learn how to cross stitch with her simple instructions. Learn how to read a chart, what the symbols mean, where to start, how to finish off and other cross stitch basics in this easy to follow cross stitch tutorial. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:42:55 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery-needles.html With so many different needlework techniques to choose from on this site, how do you know which embroidery needles you need? Let me help... Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:45:39 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/hand-embroidery-supplies.html Back in 1930 Helen Whiteford wrote a list of the current prices of her hand embroidery supplies in her school exercise book. It makes interesting reading in today's times! Sun, 21 Jun 2009 16:26:02 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/history-of-embroidery.html the history of embroidery - an exercise book by Helen Whiteford. Sun, 21 Jun 2009 08:54:12 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery-history.html Continuing my overview of embroidery history from the 16th to the 19th century. Sun, 21 Jun 2009 08:53:41 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/cross-stitch.html The first page in our cross stitch section. Links to freebies, lessons, beginner kits, advanced techniques like stitching on evenweave and working fractional stitches and more Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:09:16 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/index.html New to needlework or want to learn more embroidery techniques? There is something here for you. Sat, 20 Jun 2009 11:08:49 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/i-want-to-embroider-its-just-that-i-am-a-rank-beginner.html and am frustrated beyond words in my inability to find projects I want to work with! Just about everything is cross stitch (I live in Silicon Sat, 20 Jun 2009 06:57:29 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/difference-between-cross-stitch-and-embroidery.html Is there really a difference between cross stitch and embroidery? I am new to needlepoint and found some kits say one or the other or both but they Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:17:31 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/basic-embroidery-stitches.html The place to go to find instructions and diagrams for all the basic embroidery stitches I have used in my free online needlework lessons. This is building into a comprehensive guide to hand embroidery stitches. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:09:10 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery_supplies.html So what are the basic hand embroidery supplies to get you started? I would recommend the following embroidery scissors, embroidery hoops, frames, stands, lights and magnifiers. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:58:59 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery-floss-stain.html I spent hours embroidering my needlework and when I washed it the dye ran, leaving a pink stain all through the words in the middle of my picture. Any Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:26:12 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/hardanger-tablecloth-pattern.html I am wanting to make a table cloth (fairly big) for my brother and his wife for their 25th wedding anniversary as a gift. I would like to make it in Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:57:23 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/needlepoint-canvas.html How to pick the right needlepoint canvas. Learn about mono or double. Interlock or plastic. What are the benefits of each type of canvas? Sun, 14 Jun 2009 10:18:51 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/how-to-needlepoint.html Learn how to needlepoint with this needlepoint stitch guide to velvet stitch. Great for creating a fur-like texture for animals or can be used for needlepoint rugs. Sun, 14 Jun 2009 10:18:49 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/bargello.html An introduction to bargello needlepoint. How to use colour to its full effect in this lovely form of canvas work. Sat, 13 Jun 2009 12:18:06 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/tent-stitch.html Your guide to half cross, continental and basketweave needlepoint stitch. Learn how to do needlepoint with these basic needlepoint stitches. Sat, 13 Jun 2009 12:08:02 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/charting-letter-designs-for-verses.html I am hoping to find a computer program where I can input words/verses/ sentences and the computer program will show these in chart form, and be able Wed, 10 Jun 2009 06:13:45 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidery-floss.html Tips for how to use embroidery floss, including separating strands, how many strands to stitch with, starting and finishing off. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:58:56 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/type-of-yarn.html What type of yarn, floss, or pearl cotton do you use for different counts of Mon, 08 Jun 2009 06:29:47 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/needlework-questions.html Ask you needlework questions on this page and everyone who visits the site can help you to answer them. Truly interactive! Great fun. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 12:51:26 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/cutting-the-wrong-thread.html What do you do if you cut the wrong thread on hardanger Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:30:35 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/hardanger-on-aida-cloth.html I have only ever stitched on aida cloth. Can Hardanger be done on aida cloth? If so what count? I usually stitch on 14 ct. I can stitch on 18 ct. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:29:55 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/hardanger-embroidery.html An introduction to hardanger embroidery, a whitework technique from Norway. Learn how to stitch it following a series of hardanger lessons. Sun, 07 Jun 2009 11:28:56 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/counted-cross-stitch-programs.html With all the counted cross stitch programs out there, how do you choose? Thu, 28 May 2009 14:45:52 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/cross-stitch-software.html I am often asked if I use cross stitch software to design. I do now and this is my story of how I started designing needlework Thu, 28 May 2009 14:13:38 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/removing-stains-from-framed-crossstitch.html I have a piece of stamped cross stitch that I finished about 20 years ago, and finally got professionally framed about 2 years ago. I didn't hang it Tue, 26 May 2009 22:29:37 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/how-do-i-remove-the-brown-staining.html Yesterday I bought a beautiful large embroidered mounted woodland picture from a car boot sale. I actually love it and I am going to have it Mon, 25 May 2009 13:23:30 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/black-knight.html This is a picture of my first black work project, a Black Knight purchased as a kit from a stall at a craft fayre in Cardiff in 2000! Yes, it has Mon, 25 May 2009 08:34:03 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/embroidering-with-pearls.html Hi there, I am a complete novice when it comes to embroidering. Since I have access to pearls in all sizes I want to try to sow them to the black Wed, 20 May 2009 18:42:08 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/linen-conversion-32-to-28-count.html I am not sure how much fabric I need if I go with 28 count linen instead of 32 count. The pattern says the stitch count is 300H x 203 W. It says to Tue, 19 May 2009 15:22:35 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/what-are-quaker-samplers.html I have been looking at a lot of beautiful samplers and feel like I'm getting the idea of what Quaker Samplers are, but is there a clear definition out Tue, 19 May 2009 15:21:40 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/stretching-needlework-in-progress.html My mother-in-law is working on a rather large needlepoint piece and the original shape of the backing is very mishapen now. How do I strech it for her Mon, 18 May 2009 13:24:38 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/freelance-cross-stitch-work.html I have a big passion for creating beautiful pieces of cross stitch, its the only thing I look forward to doing all day! If you would like me to do Mon, 18 May 2009 13:24:00 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/ball-point-pen-ink-on-aida-cloth-project.html I had a ink pen burst and I didn't realize it was on my finger and transferred it to an almost finished cross-stitched aida cloth project. How do I Wed, 13 May 2009 14:41:32 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/wedding-embroidery-kit.html I am looking for someone to stitch the above sampler for me. I bought an embroidery kit which someone kindly made up for me but when it came to the Wed, 13 May 2009 14:40:45 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/how-do-trunk-shows-work.html I would like to know how a trunk show works. I see them advertised at shops all the time. When an artist does a trunk show, are the pieces unique? Sat, 09 May 2009 17:07:22 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/framing-cross-stitch.html Illustrated step by step instructions for stretching and framing cross stitch and blackwork projects. Learn how to frame needlework the easy way. Sat, 09 May 2009 07:39:12 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/stitch-a-french-knot.html Do you panic if a cross stitch pattern tells you to stitch a french knot? Let me help you learn how to stitch french knots easily. Sat, 09 May 2009 07:36:06 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/blackwork-cuff-on-an-italian-renaissance-gown.html I'm about to start a copy of a renaissance gown of Eleonora of toledo. I Found this very small painting in Berlin and at once decided to make this Fri, 08 May 2009 18:23:26 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/burgunday-aida-cloth.html I saw a pattern for some very nice christmas tree ornaments but they were done on burgundy aida cloth. Do you know where I would be able to purchase Thu, 07 May 2009 17:58:09 GMT http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/different-stitch-types.html How do i know which stitch to use on my project? For example: I'm working on a tea pot with flowers on it. How do I know which stitch would look good Thu, 07 May 2009 17:56:15 GMT