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carolyn mcneil
Carolyn McNeil, creator of stitchopedia.com ...an encyclopedia of needlepoint stitches...
Stitchopedia is an instructional site that demonstrates needlepoint stitches including straight, cross, looped, composite,& diagonal plus the basics of needlepoint. Each stitch has illustrations and step by step instructions. We have also included a "printable version" of each diagram - for those of us who do NOT enjoy stitching our projects while sitting at t
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» What Is Needlepoint?
By carolyn mcneil | Published 01/26/2008 | Hobbies & Crafts | Unrated  printer version
An in-depth definition of needlepoint that explains the differences between tapestry, embroidery and needlepoint.

» The Island Of Misfit Gifts
By carolyn mcneil | Published 12/5/2007 | Hobbies & Crafts | Unrated  printer version
Homemade gift giving: a waste of time and talent.

» Long Stitch: The Beginner’s Dream Stitch
By carolyn mcneil | Published 11/13/2007 | Sewing | Unrated  printer version
Have you ever wanted to learn needlepoint, but just don’t know where or how to begin? Long Stitch is the stitch to start with. Let me explain why…

» Diagonal Stitches: The Greatest Hits – Part 2 - The Detail Stitches
By carolyn mcneil | Published 10/13/2007 | Hobbies & Crafts | Unrated  printer version
A list and description of the best diagonal stitches to work detailed areas of canvas in any needlepoint project.

» Diagonal Stitches: The Greatest Hits – Part I - The Background Stitches
By carolyn mcneil | Published 09/28/2007 | Hobbies & Crafts | Unrated  printer version
A list and description of the best diagonal stitches to work large areas of canvas and backgrounds in any needlepoint project.

» To Frame Or Not To Frame, That Is The Question
By carolyn mcneil | Published 08/31/2007 | Sewing | Unrated  printer version
While many needlepoint books and resources insist that the use of a frame is not necessary for most projects, I am unable to imagine working any needlepoint project without one.

» The Web Stitch
By carolyn mcneil | Published 07/24/2007 | Hobbies | Unrated  printer version
The basics of working the Web Stitch in any needlepoint project.

» An Introduction to Needlepoint Canvas
By carolyn mcneil | Published 05/29/2007 | Sewing | Unrated  printer version
A basic introduction to needlepoint canvas, including the different types of canvas available and their uses.

» The Five Basic Types Of Needlepoint Stitches
By carolyn mcneil | Published 05/10/2007 | Sewing | Unrated  printer version
An introduction to needlepoint stitches.