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Mama Bear’s Needlepoint Kits

Comfort and security, cute and cuddly, round faces and big eyes! The inherent charm, and instant nostalgia that a cuddly bear offers, is appealing to all ages. Enjoy NeedlePaint’s new Mama Bear ornament designs, offering the gentle embrace of a mother’s love. It is the small handmade touches that add warmth and kindness to any holiday celebration. 

Mama Bear’s Needlepoint Ornament Kit

What’s that I hear Mama Bear?
You’ve settled down in your big favorite chair,
stitching a needlepoint project and letting down your hair.
Now the footsteps of tiny reindeer have woken baby bear,
with a surprise for Christmas, and youngsters everywhere. 
Stitch a surprising treat! 

Mama Bear’s Bow Needlepoint Ornament Kit

What’s that on top of your hair Mama Bear?
You’ve wrestled and wrangled each detail with care,
right down to that sweet little bow in your hair.
Stitch a little love!

Mama Bear’s Tree Needlepoint Ornament Kit

What’s that Mama Bear, you have a story to share?
You’ve read several stories to sweet baby bear,
with detail, expression and warm loving care.
Now just a quick peak to see how ends,
as tomorrow begins a new story with plenty of friends.
Stitch a sweet story!

Mama Bear’s Cookies Needlepoint Ornament Kit

What’s that I smell Mama Bear?
You’ve been busy baking treats,
as a tasty little thank you to show Santa you care. 
Stitch a sweet treat!

Mama Bear’s Needlepoint Ornament Set

What’s that Mama Bear? You have an entire set of needlepoint ornaments to share. Your needlepoint stitches are made with such love and great care — remember there is still time to stitch before Santa is here!

We love to help with all of your needlepoint needs, please 
contact us at: info@needlepaint.com

Stitch a little warm and cuddly! 

Nouveau Nuance Needlepoint Kits!

Our new Nouveau Nuance NeedlePaint collection was inspired by the natural forms and curvaceous lines of the Art Nouveau movement, flourishing in the 1890’s. Featuring gorgeous pillows, holiday stockings and fresh ornament kits, each of these timeless designs will become treasured family heirlooms.

Garden Snowdrops 
True floral obsession! This timeless aesthetic has the delicate forms of dainty flowing snowdrops.

Garden Snowdrops Needlepoint Pillow Kit

14″ x 14″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Snowdrops Needlepoint Ornament Kit

5.07″ x 5.07″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Snowdrops Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 24″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis
Vibrant and joyful! Step through the garden’s trellis gate and enjoy the magic that will unfold.

Garden Trellis Aubergine Needlepoint Pillow Kit

14″ x 14″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis Aubergine Needlepoint Ornament Kit

5.07″ x 5.07″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis Aubergine Stocking Needlepoint Kit 

12.43″ x 24″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis Celadon Needlepoint Pillow Kit

14″ x 14″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis Celadon Needlepoint Ornament Kit

5.07″ x 5.07″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Trellis Celadon Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 24″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Poppies 
Positively the most perfect poppies bursting with beautiful blossoms! 

Garden Poppies Needlepoint Pillow Kit

14″ x 14″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Poppies Needlepoint Ornament Kit

5.07″ x 5.07″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Poppies Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 24″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Tapestry 
An abundance of florals playfully dance in a tapestry of perfect colors! 

Garden Tapestry Cherish Needlepoint Pillow Kit

14″ x 14″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Tapestry Plum Needlepoint Ornament Kit

5.07″ x 5.07″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Tapestry Cypress Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 19″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Tapestry Creme Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 19″ on 14 mesh canvas

Garden Tapestry Plum Stocking Needlepoint Kit

12.43″ x 19″ on 14 mesh canvas

We hope you enjoy this needlepoint collection, as much as our designer has enjoyed creating it! 
Let us know if we can help with your pillow, stocking and ornament finishing needs! 
Contact us at: info@needlepaint.com

Needlepoint Nouveau!  

Needlepoint Travel Rounds — Continue The Journey!

North, east, south or west — where will your next adventure take you this summer? Traveling with your needlepoint, or needlepointing your travels; we’ve got you covered! Check out our travel destination ornament collection, or our NeedlePaint designers would love to create a custom travel round needlepoint ornament especially for you!

Martha’s Vineyard Travel Round Needlepoint Kit

Do you love resting, relaxing, and creating great memories while enjoying family and friends
— Martha’s Vineyard is the destination for you!

Washington DC Needlepoint Ornament Kit

A family could spend literally weeks visiting and exploring the Washington DC area with its performing arts theaters, modern galleries, museums, and other countless attractions. This ornament includes: the US Capitol, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the National Mall and plenty of those famous cherry blossoms!

Cape Cod Travel Round Needlepoint Kit

Resting, relaxing, and escaping the summer heat of the city, while enjoying quality time with
family and friends, is what family memories are made of at Cape Cod!

Louisville Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Louisville is rich in tradition and home to the Kentucky Derby! This ornament design features images of: a riverboat, bourbon bottle, the Big Bat sculpture, horse racing images, and the downtown skyline.

Nantucket Travel Round Needlepoint Kit

Nantucket is a fabulous summer destination with relaxing dune backed beaches. This tiny island also has some of the finest surviving architectural and environmental examples of the late 18th and 19th century New England seaport towns.

St. Louis Needlepoint Ornament Kit

St. Louis offers an abundance of exciting adventures and attractions to explore. This ornament canvas features images of: the Gateway Arch, the St. Louis Missouri Capitol building, St. Louis Cathedral, cityscape and a red cardinal as a nod to their favorite sports team.

Pawleys Island Needlepoint Ornament Kit

As one of the oldest East Coast summer resorts, Pawleys Island in South Carolina is known for its quaint life-style, beautifully preserved beaches, sand dunes and natural areas. A tranquil landscape we know you will enjoy stitching.

San Diego Needlepoint Ornament Kit

With its idyllic year round climate and 70 miles of pristine beaches, and a famous zoo,
San Diego is a popular family travel destination. 

Sedona Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Colorful Sedona is surrounded by red rock formations, pine forests and steep canyon walls! This ornament canvas includes images of: Bell Rock, the Holy Cross Chapel, Devil’s Bridge and Coffee Pot rock. 

Colorado Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Colorful Colorado! This needlepoint ornament canvas features the downtown Denver cityscape
with the spectacular backdrop and breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains.

When you gather around the tree this holiday season, enjoy the ornaments
that you have stitched reflecting the travels your family has experienced together!
Please feel free to contact us at: info@needlepaint.com

Your next needlepoint adventure awaits!

Fabergé Egg Inspired Needlepoint Kits

Welcome in the spring season this Easter by stitching a Fabergé inspired decorative egg from NeedlePaint’s Easter Collection, and start your own tradition of gifting a needlepoint egg ornament every year. These needlepoint designs are perfect for special stitches, extra embellishment and small delicate details.

Imperial Daisy Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
These dainty daisies express sunshine, new beginnings and purity. 

It all began when Tsar Alexander III of Russia commissioned Peter Carl Fabergé to create a jeweled egg as an easter gift for his wife, Empress Maria Feodorovna. What started out as a one time order, began an annual tradition that his son Tsar Nicolas II, would continue until the end of the House of Romanovs’ at the outbreak of the Russian revolution in 1917. 

Imperial Tulip Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
These dainty daisies express sunshine, new beginnings and purity. 

Fabergé completed a total of 50 eggs for the royal family, 43 of which are accounted for today. 

Imperial Ruby Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
The inherent beauty of these red luscious rubies express power and wisdom.

After the first egg was created, Fabergé was given complete creative control for each design, with the details kept secret, even from the Tsar, until the unveiling. Faberge oversaw the production of each egg, as they were crafted by teams of jewelers, metalsmiths, designers, and other specialists.

Imperial Renaissance Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
Inspired by the last Fabergé egg which was gifted to Empress Maria Feodorovna from Alexander III, this design resembles an oval agate casket which was created by the Dutch Master Le Roy.

Although the eggs were made of precious materials, their value lay not in the cost of the particular jewels or metals used but in the inventiveness and skills the artists brought to each one. Many of the eggs, contained a hidden treasure, a small piece of art as detailed and intricate as the egg itself. 

Imperial Sapphire Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
These serene sapphires express nobility and honesty.

When the Bolsheviks took St. Petersburg, they seized the eggs selling some of them and holding onto others. Each egg has gone on its own journey. 

Imperial Lily Easter Egg Needlepoint Kit
This design was inspired by the Lilies of the Valley Fabergé egg which was gifted to Empress Alexandra. The Art Nouveau egg contained a surprise inside featuring a portrait of her husband, Tsar Nicolas II and their two oldest daughters.

Stitch a special egg ornament canvas from our Easter Collection, or if we can design something special just for you, please let us know, at: info@needlepaint.com

Wishing you a spring full of new beginnings — and many colorful skeins of thread!

New Astrology Signs Needlepoint Kits!

Consisting of twelve constellations and twelve matching personalities, the astrological signs are thought to influence our interests, behavior, characteristics and passions. Stitch a needlepoint ornament kit for someone special, who is as unique as their astrology sign. We hope you enjoy NeedlePaint’s new Astrology Signs Needlepoint Kits!

Aries the Ram Needlepoint Ornament Kit

March 21st to April 19th
My child-like outlook make me a delight to be around. I eagerly and quickly climb to great heights with dynamic precision, but am often thought to be a wee bit too competitive. 

Taurus the Bull Needlepoint Ornament Kit

April 20th to May 20th 
I have a deep love of basking in the good life, and tend to be strongly resistant to change.

Some see me as a symbol of strength, power and tenacity, but on my softer side
I really am very creative and sensual.

Gemini the Twins Needlepoint Ornament Kit

May 21st to June 20th
We’re known as Castor and Pollux, two curious and expressive twins. We work together for humanity, communicating our versatile ideas; and are extremely generous with our hearts. 

Cancer the Crab Needlepoint Ornament Kit

June 21st to July 22nd
At the first sign of danger I withdraw into my shell. I can be intuitively protective and sentimentally compassionate, not to mention nostalgic for all things red.

Leo the Lion Needlepoint Ornament Kit

July 23rd to August 22nd 
I tend to be dramatically self-assured, outgoing and fiery; but don’t be fooled as when it comes to matters of the heart, I rule the jungle with a sweet compassionate style.

Virgo the Maiden Needlepoint Ornament Kit

August 23rd to September 22nd
I am often analytical and practical when seeking to know and understand,
while my tendencies as a gentle perfectionist are purely practical. 

Libra the Scales Needlepoint Ornament Kit

September 23rd to October 22nd
Always in constant search for the perfect equilibrium, I am socially fair-minded,
and very gracious with my diplomacy.

Scorpio the Scorpion Needlepoint Ornament Kit

October 23rd to November 21st
I love to be secretive while exploring what is in the hearts and minds of others.

Mostly I am brave and a bit stubborn, but also resourcefully passionate. 

Sagittarius the Archer Needlepoint Ornament Kit

November 22nd to December 21st
I spend my days exploring and learning new things, as I am optimistic, extroverted,

and always hold my aim high even when I am being funny.

Capricorn the Goat Needlepoint Ornament Kit

December 22nd to January 19th
I am very confident and disciplined in taking advantage of every foothold, and always tenacious

in working through obstacles. When I’m not being quite so serious,
I do have the most delightful sense of humor.

Aquarius the Water Bearer Needlepoint Ornament Kit

January 20th and February 18th
I give the gift of water flowing freely and equally to everyone; as I am always generous,
uniquely original and deeply imaginative. 

Pisces the Two Fish Needlepoint Ornament Kit

February 19th and March 20th
Although we swim together in opposite directions and sometimes have conflicting desires;

we are wise, artistic, affectionate and empathetic. 

This collection features a special astrological sign needlepoint ornament kit for everyone!
Each kit features a 4″ circle on 18 mesh canvas, with optional DMC embroidery floss.  

We would love to help with any questions
that you may have at: info@needlepaint.com

The stars are aligned — stitch something special! 

Treasure A National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit!

Rest, relax, explore, and needlepoint!

Create a keepsake NeedlePaint National Parks ornament kit, which will be as unique as the national treasure your family has explored together. We have designed a National Parks Needlepoint Ornament Collection just for you. Stitch one or stitch them all, this year’s Christmas tree will look fabulous!

Yellowstone National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Our nation’s first national park — Yellowstone National Park, is home to bison, grizzly bears, wolves and many endangered species. With plenty of fragile geysers such as Old Faithful, hot springs, mudpots and travertine terraces. This park is truly a national treasure! 

Grand Teton National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Wyomings most notable landmark features the prominent peaks of Grand Teton National Park. Visible from many miles away, this mountain range may be one of the youngest in North America, but the rocks of this national treasure are some of the oldest in the continent.

Grand Canyon National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

One of our most well known national parks, the Grand Canyon was the ancestral homeland to eleven American tribes, and is also one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The scenic beauty of these steep sided canyons, are one of the most extraordinary examples of erosion anywhere in the world.

Zion National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Utah’s Zion National Park, has massive redstone cliffs in a spectacular array of colors, offering incredible views, plenty of outdoor adventure, and guests can follow the paths where native people and pioneers once walked.

Yosemite National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Giant sequoias, deep valleys, soaring cliffs, cascading waterfalls and abundant wildlife are the pride and joy of California’s Yosemite National Park. This national treasure is a popular favorite travel destination. 

Everglades National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Florida’s Everglades National Park, is the largest tropical wilderness in the US, and a habitat for numerous and endangered species including: the manatee, American crocodile, Florida panther, numerous bird and fish species. This was one of the first national parks that was created to protect a fragile ecosystem. 

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

With beautiful ancient mountains and a magical smoky haze, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located in southeastern United States with areas in Tennessee and North Carolina. The most visited of all the national parks, one can see why with all the canopies of old growth forest, abundant wildflowers, wildlife and 70 miles of the well known Appalachian Trail.

Acadia National Park Needlepoint Ornament Kit

Located along the mid-section of the Maine coast, you will find the crown jewel — Acadia National Park! With expansive views of the ocean, pine forests and island lakes; this area features an abundance of wildlife, historic motor and carriage roads, hiking trails and plenty of cultural heritage.

If you have a favorite travel destination,
our designers would love to create a
custom vacation needlepoint ornament kit just for you!
We are here to help with any question that you may have at:
info@needlepaint.com

Create treasured memories, one stitch at a time!

Endangered and Threatened Species Needlepoint Ornament Collection

Written and designed by Gwynn Goodner

Our Threatened and Endangered Species Needlepoint Ornament Collection highlights some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures on the planet. This offering features animals that are on the brink of extinction, with a goal of raising awareness and funds toward their preservation and conservation. Every purchase of a needlepoint ornament canvas from this collection will have a portion of the proceeds donated to wildlife foundations to ensure that these amazing animals are here for future generations. 

Amur Leopard Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 12 colors

The Amur Leopard is one of the most critically endangered species on the planet, with as few as 110 individuals alive in the wild. Native to Southeastern Russia and Northern China, this beautiful big cat has been driven to near extinction by fires lit to clear its forest habitat for agriculture and grazing. It can be distinguished from other leopard species by its thick, luxuriant coat, useful in its chilly habitat.

Whooping Crane Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 10 colors

Whooping Cranes are North America’s tallest bird and were driven to near extinction by 1941 when the population was reduced to a mere 23 specimens. This magnificent species, noted for its red crest and black wing tips has had a slow rebound to 800 birds with the careful breeding and conservation programs. Migration routes range from Mexico and southern Florida to Canada.

Siberian Tiger Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 16 colors

The Siberian Tiger, unlike its tropical cousins, is at home in the deep snows of far Eastern Russia and Northern China. This apex predator requires a large territory to survive in the wild. Development and governments turning a blind eye to illegal deforestation and poaching, have led to a small population of roughly about 520 survivors.

Atlantic Ridley Sea Turtle Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 14 colors

Although many sea turtles are threatened or endangered, few are as rare as the Atlantic Ridley Sea Turtle (also known as the Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle). The precise number of individuals left in the wild is unknown, but this small sea turtle has been listed as critically endangered since 1970. Most of these aquatic reptiles are found in the Gulf of Mexico where there is a single beach that acts as the nursery for nearly the entire species.

Gray Wolf Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 12 colors

Though not as critically at risk as it once was, the Gray Wolf remains a threatened species and is protected in most of its widespread range throughout the Northern Hemisphere. The Gray Wolf lives in close social groups where they are at an advantage in hunting large prey in packs. Wolf populations have been on a significant rise in recent decades and now are part of a healthy ecosystem in many countries.

Giant Panda Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 11 colors

The cuddly, lovable Giant Panda has become the flagship species for animal conservation and a symbol for ecology worldwide. Native to only a few mountain ranges in China, the Giant Panda has had a successful recovery from the brink of extinction. Careful breeding programs and strict protection of habitat have allowed wild populations to grow to an estimated 3,000 individuals.

Orca Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 15 colors

The Orca is not a whale, rather the largest of oceanic dolphin species. Its distinctive black and white markings and remarkable intelligence has made it one of the world’s most recognizable marine mammals. In spite of its worldwide distribution, pollution, overfishing and prey depletion have led to its threatened status in North America. Orcas are never threats to humans in the wild and they live in the most stable social groups of any animal alive.

Polar Bear Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 15 colors

The Polar Bear is the land largest carnivore on the planet, with large males often exceeding 1,500 pounds. Though this native was once common to the entire Arctic Circle, their population has been greatly reduced in the last few decades by global warming. Polar Bears are born on land, but spend most of their lives on sea ice where they hunt. Melting sea ice has caused many bears to die of starvation and future warming may reduce the wild population further in coming decades. 

Hawaiian Monk Seal Needlepoint Ornament Kit
5″ x 5″ on 18 mesh canvas, using 9 colors

The Hawaiian Monk Seal is a critically endangered species with populations dwindling to about 1100 animals. Intense hunting in the 19th century lead to its initial decline, with island development and accidental capture in fishing nets further reducing the number. Fortunately Hawaiian state law has favored the animals, and beaches are cleared if this shy seal visits to sunbathe or nurse pups. 

These hand stitched ornaments will be treasured by your family for years to come. We offer an ornament finishing service for your completed canvases, and would love to help with any questions that you may have at: info@needlepaint.com

Stitch your favorite design or the entire collection!

NeedlePaint’s Nutcracker Suite Collection

NeedlePaint would like to introduce a series of needlepoint ornament canvases that coordinate with our Nutcracker Suite Stocking canvases. Now you can stitch the beauty of this beautiful ballet, and add some magic to your holiday decor!

One of Tchaikovsky’s most famous compositions, and perhaps one of the most famous ballets in the world; the Nutcracker Suite is a holiday classic. Many families have a holiday tradition that begins with a visit to the local ballet to see the Nutcracker Suite. Of course everyone has their favorite character, and with this collection, you can choose to stitch one canvas or the entire group.

Our Nutcracker Suite Clara ornament canvas (above) and stocking canvas (below) features the main character Clara, dancing with the Nutcracker that she has received as a Christmas gift from her grandfather.

Our Nutcracker Suite Nutcracker Prince ornament canvas (above) and stocking canvas (below), The Nutcracker Prince begins as a young man (prince) named “Hans”, who is transformed into a nutcracker by an army of mice. The only way to break that spell is for the Nutcracker to slay the Mouse King. A battle pursues among the Nutcracker and the Mouse King, but quickly comes to a halt when Clara hits the Mouse King square in the head with her slipper. Ending the conflict, the transformation is made back from Nutcracker to Prince. 

Our Nutcracker Suite Herr Drosselmeyer ornament canvas (above) and stocking canvas (below), continues with this magician-like figure, with cape and eye patch. A character of great mystery and intrigue. In the Nutcracker Suite story, Herr Drosselmeyer is known as Clara’s grandfather (depending on which version of the story you are familiar with, he is sometimes known as Clara’s uncle or godfather). He arrives at the family holiday party with gifts for all, and for Clara he brings a wooden nutcracker in the shape of a little man. 

Our Nutcracker Suite Mouse King ornament canvas (above) and stocking canvas (below), has what every great story needs — a villain! In Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, the Mouse King plays this part perfectly. When the clock strikes midnight things become alive. The Mouse King corners the beloved Nutcracker and battle pursues. Things quickly come to a halt when Clara throws her slipper at the Mouse King, hitting him square in the head. The Mouse King is taken away by his army of mice thus ending the conflict. 

Our Nutcracker Suite Sugar Plum Fairy ornament canvas (above) and stocking canvas (below), story continues as the Nutcracker turns into a prince and escorts Clara to the Land of Sweets. They are promptly greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy. After she learns about their daring battle with the Mouse King and his mice, the Sugar Plum Fairy rewards Clara and the Prince with a celebration of dances. 

These strong and complex characters, have been portrayed on our Nutcracker Suite needlepoint ornament and stocking canvases. Wonderful pieces to stitch and be displayed on your fireplace and Christmas tree, as a stand alone or the entire collection.

We would love to help with your needlepoint holiday decorations. Please contact us with any questions that you may have at: info@needlepaint.com

Happy Stitching!

Welcome to the NeedlePaint Family!

NeedlePaint would like to introduce, an experienced and knowledgable stitcher who joined our family last summer! She helps us out in so many ways: coordinating new projects, patiently answering all of your questions, and still has time in her day to stitch and create some amazing needlepoint projects.

W e l c o m e   C a r o l i n e !

By Caroline Dicken

My mom taught me to needlepoint when I was about 8 years old. She has been stitching since she was a young adult. My paternal grandfather also learned to needlepoint so he had something to do while his wife, my grandmother, was convalescing during her chronic terminal illness in the 1950s. Needless to say, there was a lot of needlepoint in our house growing up! I didn’t really appreciate it until my grandfather passed away—now we have all these handmade pieces to remember him by.

My first canvas was a butterfly… and then I am pretty sure I didn’t stitch again until high school! I was an art major in undergrad but as an adult who is not a professional artist, I have found that needlepoint is just the creative outlet I need to scratch that artistic itch.

Santa's X Mask Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

Santa’s X Mask Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

I love making ornaments to commemorate major life events, and what was more major than the crazy year we just had? I love the idea of the masked Santa as a nod to the weirdness that was 2020.

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Ornaments are the perfect projects to play with stitches and fibers. Since they are not really touched and used like a pillow or a belt, the stitches can be longer and don’t need to be quite as durable. Plus, if you end up trying a stitch that you don’t love, it is not a huge area to stitch (or rip out)!

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One of my favorite parts of this design was the shading that our designer Gwynn, included on Santa’s bag, as well as the numerous opportunities to incorporate fun fibers and stitches. On an area with great shading in the printed canvas, I love using an open stitch that allows that to show through. Alternating skip tent is one of my favorite open stitches that also gives a section of canvas texture.

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For Santa’s beard, I wanted to give the field dimension but in a more controlled stitch than the turkey work on the hat’s pompom. By alternating every row with a stitch over a small bamboo skewer, I was able to achieve a fluffy beard worthy of the big guy.

NeedlePaint Santa's X Mask Ornament 4 copy

When doing decorative stitches (especially anything involving French knots), I always stitch on a frame. I have tried several different kinds, but my favorites are the mini stretcher bars (see first photo) from FA Edmunds https://faedmunds.com/needlepoint/.

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All finished stitching!

Stitches and fibers I used on this ornament canvas:

Background: Diagonal mosaic stitch in DMC Perle Cotton #5

Santa’s Bag: Alternating skip tent stitch in DMC Perle Cotton #5

Santa’s Glove, Face and Mask: Basketweave in DMC Perle Cotton #5

Presents: Basketweave in DMC Perle Cotton #5 and RG Petite Very Velvet

Bow on Present: Long stitch in Kreinik Gold Braid

Santa’s Suit: Basketweave in Petite Very Velvet

Santa’s Beard: Basketweave alternating stick in Planet Earth Wool

Santa’s Fur Trim: Alternating French knots and basketweave in Vineyard Merino Wool

Pompom: Turkey work (unclipped) in Planet Earth Wool

St. Nick's Delivery Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

Fingers crossed, Santa won’t need a mask next Christmas!
St. Nick’s Delivery Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

We’ll be checking in occasionally with Caroline to see what she’s been working on. If you have any questions: on this canvas, about our ornament finishing service, or any project that you may be working on, don’t hesitate to send her an email: info@needlepaint.com.

H a p p y  S t i t c h i n g !

US Travel Rounds — Needlepoint Destination Ornament Collection

At NeedlePaint, we’ve had a great time designing new travel destination ornament needlepoint canvases for you to stitch! Now we would love to share with you, some locations that are a little closer to home. Do you have a favorite travel destination? Let our designers create a custom travel round needlepoint ornament especially for you!

New York Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

New York . . . the big apple!
“I would give the greatest sunset in the world
for one sight of New York’s skyline.” — Ayn Rand

Our New York needlepoint ornament canvas features:
the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, the city skyline with Freedom Tower,
a taxi and Wall Street sign.

Chicago Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

Chicago . . . the windy city!
“I miss everything about Chicago except January and February.” — Gary Cole

Our Chicago needlepoint ornament canvas features:
the city skyline, Willis Tower, the Bean (Cloud Gate), Buckingham Fountain,
Navy Pier, the Water Tower, and a slice of deep dish pizza.

Las Vegas Needlepoint Ornament Canvs

Las Vegas . . . the city of lights!
“Las Vegas is the only place I know where money really talks — it says goodbye.”
— Frank Sinatra

Our Las Vegas needlepoint ornament canvas features:
the Las Vegas Strip, Luxor Hotel, New York-New York Hotel,
the Flamingo Hotel, Paris Hotel, and Las Vegas sign.

San Francisco Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

San Francisco . . . city by the bay!
“Leaving San Francisco is like saying goodbye to an old sweetheart.
You want to linger as long as possible.” — Walter Cronkite

Our San Francisco needlepoint ornament canvas features:
the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands, a cable car, Coit Tower,
Fisherman’s Wharf and the view from Fort Point.

New Orleans Needlepoint Ornament Canvas

New Orleans . . . the big easy!
“In New Orleans, culture doesn’t come down from on high,
it bubbles up from the streets.” — Ellis Marsalis

Our New Orleans needlepoint ornament canvas features:
St. Louis Cathedral, the French Quarter, Mardi Gras mask and float,
a po’ boy sandwich and street car.

The ornaments that you have hand stitched, reflecting your family travels, will add great joy to your holiday tree! We will continue to add more travel destination ornaments to our collection. In the meantime, if you have a special destination in mind, our designers would love to create a custom needlepoint ornament canvas for you! We are here to help with any questions that you may have at: info@needlepaint.com

Enjoy exploring your next needlepoint adventure!