The 5 Minute Needlepoint Blog

An easy needlepoint technique for how to stitch a diagonal line.

Explore five fun needlepoint background stitches you can use on almost any canvas (if only you'd thought of them!).

What needlepoint stitch to use on your canvas when you don't know where to start.

Stitching round objects on a square needlepoint grid can be tricky. We have some great ideas for you.

Make your shrubs, trees and forests come to life with this little-known needlepoint stitch.

A super-versatile stitch that can make mountains soar or fabrics sumptuously textured depending upon the threads you use.

Decorative stitches are fun, but it can be difficult to secure the thread ends. Learn easy techniques to secure needlepoint threads in tricky situations.

Discover innovative techniques to add pizazz to your stitching.

Where is the best place to start your needlepoint canvas. Find out what you need to consider when deciding where to begin.

This needlepoint book by Emma Homent is a useful (and colorful) stitching reference for beginners through to experts. Find out why.

Find your best needlepoint kit; one that suits your skill level and budget.

Discover some great needlepoint border stitches to enhance your next canvas.