How Do You Choose Materials For Needlepoint?
Make sure you have all the necessary materials on hand before you start your needlepoint project. You’ll find that most materials are the same as those used for embroidery and other forms of needlework. Refer to your needlepoint pattern instructions for recommended materials. If you have chosen a kit, make sure that the materials that are supposed to be included are accounted for. Choose a needlepoint canvas. A canvas fabric can be made of either natural (cotton, linen, silk) or synthetic (plastic) fibers. Choose a canvas that is either single-threaded (mono canvas) or double-threaded (Penelope canvas). Choose single-threaded, even-weave canvases for most projects. The threads are woven evenly, but are not attached. This structure allows for the proper “give” for items such as seat cushions or pillows. Single-threaded, interlock fabrics are joined where the threads intersect. Choose a yarn that is appropriate to the canvas mesh. The mesh is the number of threads per inch. The fewer thr
