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What is canvas work
Canvas work is the technique of forming stitches on a special openweave fabric known as canvas. Canvas is constructed if vertical and horizontal threads that are woven together to produce precisely s..

Understanding canvas work charts
Some canvas work designs are presented in chart form, that is, the position of each stitch in the design is recorded on graph paper. Graph paper is used for charting because it is structurally similar..

Three types of canvas work
The stitches used on canvas works effects the interpretation of the overall drawn design in two ways. First, the stitches can alter the drawn lines of the design. Differences between drawn and stitche..

Needlepoint Through The Ages
In the Middle Ages, the term Needlepoint encompassed a wide range of needlework. It is not unlike the work done today, but had a broader spectrum of techniques. Today, needlepoint is exclusively recog..

History of Needlepoint
There are conflicting opinions as to the terms describing needlepoint. The differences may result from the fact that needlepoint has come down to us from various countries and in various stitches. Bri..

Diagonal Tapestry Stitches
The canvas work stitches in this first group are classified as diagonal stitches because all of them are worked to slant diagonally across the threads of the canvas. Included in the diagonal group are..

Basic Preparations for Canvas Work
To begin canvas work, you must first prepare a piece of canvas large enough to receive the design. Large enough means the finished size of the design plus a margin of at least 5cm along each edge. W..

History Of Embroidery
Embroidery is an age old art form that has decorated clothing, bedding, and household goods for hundreds of years. Using colored threads to create patterns has dated back to the time of ancient Egypt,..

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