Penelope Canvas: What It Is and How To Stitch on Penelope

The NJNA newsletter I wrote about two days ago had a link to a great discussion of penelope canvas.   I wanted to mention it separately here on Blog so that anyone searching for information about penelope canvas could find it using Blogger's search engine.

https://www.jenisandberg.com/blog/2021/11/20/a-beginners-guide-to-penelope-canvas-for-needlepoint?goal=0_94f8f95c9c-c6dc461640-471272985&mc_cid=c6dc461640&mc_eid=12872b76d6

Jeni Sandberg explains what penelope is, how to stitch on it, what threads work best and how to work the smaller areas next to the larger with compensation.  It's a great article with lots of examples for you to study and the most thorough exploration of penelope I've seen.

Needlepoint shops often have blank penelope canvas.

https://needlepointjoint.com/products/penelope

Some large needlepoint shops still sell designs on penelope canvas.

https://needlepointus.com/

Canvases with pre-worked centers are also easily available on Etsy or eBay.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1278284426/vintage-penelope-needlepoint-canvas-tco1

Again, many thanks to NJNA for discovering this wonderful article!

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

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Self-Finishing Dog Collars

Thanks to NJNA's last newsletter, I know where you can buy self-finishing dog collars.  I know I mentioned the NJNA newsletter yesterday but I want to emphasize these cowhide collars as up to now I've not known who the designer was.  (By the way, they also sell one self-finishing cat collar, design self-finishing bracelet cuffs and regular canvases.). There is a sizing guide to help you know what length to order.  These come painted in gray scale so you can pick your own colors and the leather is available in either black or brown.

https://www.doggrindesign.com/

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 12, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Latest News from NJNA

The New Jersey Needle Artists ANG chaper has plenty of news and eye candy in this month's newsletter.  You can see photos of Woodlawn ribbon winners and one of the Needlepoint Now magazine's newest projects, get the latest ANG news, learn about Rittenhouse being for sale, etc.  It's worth a nice long read with your morning (or evening) beverage.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2023/03/11/whats-happening-at-njna-3-11-23/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 12, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Mysteries of Needlepoint Available Again

Amy Bunger just announced her six chapter Mysteries of Needlepoint is available again.

https://www.amysgoldenstrand.com/store/p2490/Mysteries_of_Needlepoint_Book_%286_individual_chapters%29.html

This was a club Amy did in 2015.  Each chapter talks about another aspect of needlepoint with plenty of tips and ideas to make your stitching better and more enjoyable.  There are also stitch diagrams but Amy's knowlege is the focus of these chapters.  I'm thrilled it is available again as I didn't sign up for the club when it was available.  Silly me!  But now I can correct that oversight.

You'll be able to buy chapters separately if you wish.  Each chapter is $30.  I don't think there is a discount if you buy them all.  

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/5969343849809390/

Here are the available chapters, taken from the drop down menu in the first link above.

Chapter 1 - "It's Elementary" Elements

Chapter 2 - "Following the Lead" Pathway

Chapter 3 - "Scene of the Crime" Design

Chapter 4 - "Building Your Case"

Chapter 5 - "Forensic Reconstruction - Part 1" Fins and Scales

Chapter 6 - "Forensic Reconstruction - Part 2" Birds and Insects

If I remember correctly these went into a three ring binder so you will likely get loose pages for each chapter.

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 11, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Back Issues of Needlepoint Now For Sale

Blisters Needlepoint has back issues of Needlepoint Now for sale on their website.  

https://blistersneedlepoint.com/shop/ols/products?page=4

Copies start in 1999 and appear to run through 2011.  Prices vary.  This is a good way to pick up a back issue that is no longer available from the publisher.  Not all the issues are in pristine condition.

Want to see what's inside before you buy?  Click on the issue you might be interested in, and you'll see a few photos and a short description of the contents.

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 8, 2023 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.