Meet Santa’s Pup, our newest Mystery Class, and say hello to Margaret King, the latest artist to join the Bedecked and Beadazzled lineup! Her whimsical style fits right in with our world of sparkle, color, and cheer. This festive pup is ready for Santa duty—big green bow, floppy ears, and that “I’ve been (mostly) good” […]
Archives for 2025
Buildings!
Lesson Two of My New Skull is in the books, and this lesson… it was all about the buildings! In the distance behind our mysterious muse, a collection of quirky, colorful buildings rises up — and they deserved nothing less than full-on stitchy magic. Each little structure is packed with pattern, texture, and just the […]
Zoom-bellishment Returns This January!
It’s that time again — time to gather your canvas, your sparkle, and your stitching spirit for our first Zoom-bellishment of the new year! ✨ 🗓 January 17 & 18, 2026💻 Live on Zoom⏰ 11AM–4PM EST each day🎨 Projects galore, laughter guaranteed If you’ve joined us before, you know the drill: two full days of […]
I’ve Got a Secret
If you’ve been with me for a while, you know I usually like to announce classes once the details are all tidied up — dates on the calendar, kits planned, threads ordered. In fact, next year’s schedule is already planned (and it’s going to be amazing). But sometimes a canvas comes along that stops you […]
The Ride by David Galchutt
Today’s framed gorgeousness is The Ride by David Galchutt. I wrote the stitch guide for this canvas a few years ago, and ever since, I’ve loved her. But then Christine stitched her… and I was smitten. Smitten, I say! The attitude in her face! The curls in her hair! Every stitch brought her to life […]
It’s Friends-Giving Time!
What are your Thanksgiving plans this year? Want to stitch something beautiful, colorful, and completely unexpected? Then join me for our annual Friends-Giving class — it’s one of my favorite traditions. Each year over Thanksgiving weekend, we gather together to stitch something joyful. Some friends come to the Beehive in person, others join us from […]
Let’s talk about Happy Mail
Not just any mail — the kind that shows up in your mailbox and makes your heart skip a beat. You tear it open and out comes a fabulous canvas, a custom stitch guide, and all the promise of a new stitching adventure. That’s the magic of our ongoing clubs. These are not one-size-fits-all. Each […]
Top Tips for Beading on Canvas
I just added a bunch of fabulous new needlepoint and beading accessories to the site, and thought now was the perfect time to share why I love them — and how I use them. You already know I’m a big fan of beads and embellishments. They show up in almost every project I touch. I […]
Framed in Foliage
Yesterday was our first class for My New Skull by Sharon Hendy-Moman, and wow — what a start! We had lots of new faces on Zoom, which always makes things extra exciting. The more, the merrier (and the spookier)! And we got to meet lots of new pups! Yes, I like meeting everyone’s fur family. […]
Let Spooky Season Begin!
It’s September 2, which means spooky season has officially begun! 🎃💀 And what better way to kick things off than with Sugar Skull by Sandra Vargas? This is not your average Halloween design. It’s bold, it’s beautiful, and it’s full of heart — literally. Look closely and you’ll find hearts tucked into her hair, framing […]
Emily Garces – How To
When it comes to painterly needlepoint, few artists capture the magic quite like Emily Garces. Her designs are soft, luminous, and full of life. Once stitched, they transform into little jewel boxes—shimmering with thread, sparkle, and just the right hint of beads. Here’s how I think about stitching her canvases. This isn’t a stitch guide—it’s […]
Changing Things Up!
It’s time to shake things up and think Outside the Box… again! We’re changing things up for a kimberly design’s October Outside the Box class, and this time, it’s all about choice. You get to pick your path — stitch Square Two or Square Three (or both!) and join us on Zoom October 4 and […]
Halloween Cruise Mayhem – Lesson Three Recap!
We dove deep in this one — literally! Lesson Three of Halloween Cruise Mayhem is in the books, and we spent our Sunday stitching beneath the sea. This section is wild, colorful, and absolutely packed with personality. It’s what happens when spooky meets silly… underwater. Let’s talk about the octopus.He’s glorious.He’s glowing.He’s squeezing a witch […]
Sign-ups Are Open for October Zoom-bellishment! 🎉
It’s that time again! Zoom-bellishment returns this October, and if you’ve been waiting for the next round of stitches, sparkle, and stitching shenanigans—here’s your chance. 🗓️ Class dates: Saturday, October 25 & Sunday, October 26 – 11AM–4PM ET💻 Location: Zoom, of course🎨 Canvas lineup: Fall magic, bold colors, and brand new guides! You’ll spend two […]
All Stitched and Ready to Hop
Sunday was the second—and final—class of Bunny Love by Lane Tree Lily, and oh my goodness… this little guy is looking adorable! We wrapped things up with a super fun Darning Pattern background that’s as much about texture as it is about sparkle. Using two threads—Radiance Mini and Painter’s Thread Coton à Broder—the background shades […]
Outside the Box
It’s time to shake things up and think Outside the Box… again! We’re thrilled to announce the next installment in the a kimberly design Outside the Box series. If you loved stitching Square One (or are just now discovering this technicolor adventure), you’re going to fall head over heels for Square Two. This abstract beauty […]
Say Hello to My New Skull
It’s that magical time again — time to kick off a brand new Mystery Class! And this one? It’s equal parts spooky, soulful, and simply stunning. Let us introduce you to My New Skull, a hauntingly beautiful design by Sharon Hendy-Moman that dances on the edge of fall, Halloween, and Día de los Muertos. With […]
Bunny Love is Here
Zoom-bellishment may be behind us (for now!), but the stitching fun continues—and our next adventure is already hopping along! We just kicked off Bunny Love by Lane Tree Lily, and this canvas is exactly what the name promises: utterly adorable and full of charm. 💖 He’s all about quick and easy stitching at least for […]
Final Reveal! Dog and Bird in Blue Garden
Johanna Virtanen Brings the Whimsy, and We Bring the Stitchy Magic We made it! Today’s the last in our series of new canvas reveals for July’s Zoom-bellishment class, and we’re ending on a high note—with a moonlit giggle in the garden. 🌙🐶✨ Say hello to Dog and Bird in Blue Garden by Johanna Virtanen. This […]
A tree full of birds, a canvas full of joy.
We’re almost done unveiling the brand new canvases featured in this weekend’s Zoom-bellishment… and today’s is an absolute treat. Say hello to It Takes a Village by Zecca—a canvas that’s bursting with color, personality, and birds with serious main character energy. This 13″ x 18″ design features a stylized tree filled with quirky birds: owls […]
Zoom-bellishment New Release – Meet Flop Ears
Two bunnies. One glorious brocade background. Infinite stitchy possibilities. We’re in the home stretch of our new canvas reveals for July Zoom-bellishment, and today’s addition is equal parts adorable and elegant. That’s what I love about Heather’s art. 🐰 Introducing Flop Ears by exclusive B&B artist Heather Gauthier—a new 7″ x 14″ canvas that features […]
Meet Big Blue Cat by Zecca
Tall, spotted, and totally stealing the show. Next up in our Zoom-bellishment lineup is a brand new canvas from one of your all-time favorite artists: Zecca! Say hello to Big Blue Cat—an 8.5″ x 15″ statement piece on 18ct canvas, and trust me, this cat knows she’s fabulous. From her long, lean limbs to her […]
Introducing Ennia – Drama, Detail, and a Whole Lot of Stitchy Potential
It’s time to shine the spotlight on the brand new canvases premiering this weekend in Zoom-bellishment! Over the next few days, I’ll be introducing five fresh designs—each with a brand new stitch guide, written just for class. First up is a bold, beautiful portrait by Romantzart: meet Ennia. 🧵 She’s 8″ x 10″ on 18ct […]
Zoom-bellishment Countdown – Encore, Encore!
Encore, Encore! These New Favorites Are Back for MoreThey made their debut in May… and they’re already back by popular demand. We’re rolling through the July Zoom-bellishment canvas lineup, and today’s spotlight is on three new designs that first appeared in May’s class—and instantly became favorites. They’re fun, they’re full of flair, and they’re back […]
