They’re Back—and Just as FabulousJuly Zoom-bellishment kicks off with three returning stars you don’t want to miss. The countdown begins! We’re gearing up for July Zoom-bellishment, next weekend, and over the next several days, I’ll be introducing each of the 11 incredible canvases we’ll be stitching in class. Whether you’re already registered (yay!) or just […]
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Cozy Canvases, Your Way
Summer may be sizzling and rainy, but we’re cooling things down with a festive little Christmas in July: Our Hot Chocolate canvases and Snowman Triptych are all in stock now and ready to ship! These charming, hand-painted designs are just the thing to kick off your holiday stitching early — and the best part? You […]
Back to the Bots (Just for a Moment)
We’re taking a tiny pause from Christmas in July festivities to talk about something equally magical, sparkly, and slightly less pine-scented: Lesson 5 of Robotic Uprising, by the wildly talented David Galchutt! 🤖✨ Robotic Uprising is one of our current Mystery Classes, and this lesson was extra rewarding. Here’s what we tackled: 💚 We stitched […]
A Stitcher’s Favorite
It’s not new — but it is magical. Our best-selling needlepoint club is back in the spotlight for Christmas in July, and for good reason. The 12 Santas Club delivers:✨ A hand-painted Santa on 18ct canvas each month🧵 A new beard + background combo every time — so your tree becomes a festive sampler of […]
Christmas in July
A Stitcher’s Delight! 🎄 Who says you have to wait for winter to indulge in a cozy cup of hot chocolate? These festive, hand-painted needlepoint canvases are here to bring holiday cheer to your summer stitching. ✨ 18ct, hand-painted, in stock and ready to ship!✨ Perfect for stitching ahead of the season✨ Two deliciously charming […]
Cynthia Rutledge Beadwork Classes!
Once or twice a year, and sometimes more we offer beadwork classes by Cynthia Rutledge. Cynthia is a dear friend and legend in the beading space. We are lucky to have her teach for us on zoom. I am delighted to announce our Fall classes. September 12-14 all on zoom from 11 am – 5pm […]
Halloween Cruise Mayhem- Lesson Two
We’re back on board and stitching full steam ahead! This past Sunday, we hosted Lesson Two of Halloween Cruise Mayhem, one of our Mystery Classes featuring the wildly detailed (and wildly fun) canvas by Rebecca Wood. And yes, it’s BIG — 21 x 27 stretcher bars big — but we’re taking it in bite-sized, totally […]
Spooky Season Zecca Style
Welcome to the Haunted Forest (with Zecca flair, of course) Our brand-new club is here, and it’s a technicolor Halloween dream you can stitch! Zecca’s signature quirky charm shines in this trio of tangled, twisty trees — each one more festive than the last. They’re weird, wonderful, and packed with personality (just how we like […]
It was an honor
How do you write a post acknowledging what a friend meant to you and to the needlepoint world? You don’t get a lot of this personal side from me, so bear with me. I don’t have kids and soccer games but I do have wonderful friends. One dear friend reminded me that we must pay […]
With All Due Respect
This weekend’s class was Square One by a Kimberly design. It is a crazy good time. We have kits available if you would like one. We are already excited for Square Two in October. Mark your calendar. October 4 and 5 on zoom. I’ll post about that soon. Until then if you are looking […]
Hoses and Noses
Lesson 4 of Robotic Uprising is officially in the books, and guess what? The blue bot is DONE! 🎉He’s fully tricked out with a dryer vent hose on his chest (yes, you read that right) and the cutest little nose you’ve ever stitched onto a robot. He’s got charm, he’s got character, and he’s got […]
The Bunny Glows Up
Remember Brown Bunny by Strictly Christmas? Our final mystery class of 2024? Well… I couldn’t leave well enough alone. He was already adorable with his little boots and bowtie, but you know I’m a girl who loves her sparkle. So I went rogue — again. 😇✨ I added crystals.Then I added more crystals.Then I stood […]
Garden Party Goals
Some gardens are carefully pruned. Others? They explode in technicolor and invite you to wander forever — just like My Neighbor’s Garden by Brooke Connor. This was a Mystery Class. You know what that means; the guide is filled with lots of photos. Now you can order a kit and create your own garden. This […]
Fabulous Fanny Is Coming to Class!
Get ready to strut your stitching stuff with Fabulous Fanny Flamingo, the latest masterpiece from Kelly Clark — and the star of our August Zoom class! 🦩✨ Fanny is bold, elegant, and just a little bit extra (in the best possible way). With her fabulous flair and charming personality, she’s an absolute joy to stitch […]
Big Bot Energy
Let’s Talk About That Beaded Cabochon Okay okay—I may have buried the lead in the last post. 🙈 Lesson 3 of Robotic Uprising wasn’t just bolts, angles, and funky stitches. It also featured a jaw-dropping beaded cabochon that takes the blue bot from “cool” to “cosmic superstar.” 💎 Picture this:A big, shiny, red glass cabochon […]
Red Bot, Bolted. Blue Bot, Booted Up.
Lesson 3 of Robotic Uprising by David Galchutt has landed, and friends—it was electric.⚡️ We added all the bells, whistles, bolts, and almost-flashing lights to our red bot. He’s no longer just standing there looking smug—he’s practically ready to file his own TPS reports. The little details brought him to life in the best way. […]
Peanuts in the House!
Who can resist Snoopy and Woodstock? Not me! There’s nothing cuter—or more iconic—than these beloved Peanuts characters, and now they’re officially licensed and ready for your needlepoint stash. This brand-new collection just landed, and let’s just say… they’ve been dancing out the door! But don’t worry—more are on the way. From Joe Cool’s legendary swagger […]
A Stitcher’s Playground in Full Bloom
If you’re craving a project that’s equal parts eye candy and learning opportunity, say hello to Nouveau by a kimberly design. This striking design is bursting with color and detail — a rich floral explosion that feels both contemporary and timeless. With Kimberly’s signature stitch guide in hand, you’ll learn an exciting variety of techniques: […]
Zoom-bellishment – July 26 & 27, 2025
Sign-ups Are Now Open! 🎉 It’s time! Zoom-bellishment returns this July, and if you’ve been waiting for the next round of stitching, sparkle, and stitchy shenanigans—this is your moment. 🗓️ Class dates: Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27 11AM-4PM EST💻 Location: Zoom, of course🎨 Canvas lineup: beyond fabulous This is your chance to […]
A Framed Finish with Flair
Blue Cat in the Jungle Today’s spotlight is on a finished project that’s got us positively purring — Blue Cat in the Jungle by Johanna Virtanen. This one is a showstopper, folks. Between the wildly whimsical canvas and the extra magic added by our uber-talented, outside-the-box framer, it’s a piece that meows with personality. Every […]
New Girl
A Splashy New Friend from Zecca Our final new canvas debuting in this weekend’s Zoom-bellishment is here… and she’s making waves. Meet New Girl by Zecca—the bold, fabulous companion to Long Fish! She’s sleek, bright, and full of attitude. With her perfectly squinty eye and graphic scales, New Girl is classic Zecca: whimsical, a little […]
Lady Owl
Because Glamour Is a Feathery Attitude Today’s Zoom-bellishment debutante is none other than Lady Owl, interpreted from the art of Heather Gauthier—and she did not come to play. She came to pose. And accessorize. And give you that look that says, “You better be using the good thread.” She’s elegant, dramatic, and just a little […]
Green Bird
A Song of Stitchy Joy Next up in our parade of new canvases for this weekend’s Zoom-bellishment is this sweet little charmer—Green Bird by Hue & Mi & Sangita! There’s something about this canvas that just sings. The bright little bird, the bold background, the patchwork of pattern and color—it’s cheerful, graphic, and full of […]
Catnip Party
Bring the Confetti, Bring the Cats Zoom-bellishment is this weekend, and today we’re showing off another brand new stitch guide making its debut in class—Catnip Party by Lulu MyPinkTurtle! This canvas is pure delight. Imagine a room full of cats, hopped up on catnip, throwing confetti and dancing on cupcakes… and somehow it all works. […]
