The ultimate resource for needlepoint, canvaswork and tapestry embroidery, packed with over 1 decorative stitches and techniques.You may have tried tent stitch and cross stitch and you’ve probably seen some Bargello popping up in craft magazines, but did you know that these are only a couple of the needlepoint stitches out there? This essential guide to needlepoint will allow you to bring far greater texture and interest to your stitching, with expert guidance on how to embroider the stitches and how to choose the best stitches for your designs.Always worked on an openweave, gridlike canvas, even needlepoint’s most decorative stitches are surprisingly easy. In this stepbystep guide, packed full of handy howto illustrations, beginners and expert stitchers alike will feel confident enough to give every stitch a go. Alongside the stitch directory, you’ll find all the information you need on materials and equipment, and 1 bitesized projects with fullcolour charts to show