Fiber Facts
Wool: The Workhorse Thread
Wool! We can't get enough of it. Some people steer clear of wool because it doesn't have the same sheen that silk does, but wool is such an important fiber!
Our favorite techniques for working with Straw Silk
Straw Silk... a fiber unlike anything else. We can't get enough of the unique texture it produces in the canvas.Â
Our newest addition to our thread lines: Bella Lusso
We're so excited to share that we've added to our line of threads here at KC Needlepoint. Introducing Bella Lusso!Â
What's the difference between all these fuzzy threads?
Fuzzy, fluffy, you name it! No matter the texture you want to achieve, we've got just the thread for your next project at KC Needlepoint.Â
Doodle Canvas Kits! The stitching essential you never knew you needed!
Picking out stitches and threads can be tricky! It can be difficult to visualize what a stitch will look like in the canvas, particularly because, stitches can look SO different depending on what thread you select. Enter the "Doodle Canvas." KC Needlepoint's solution to your problem!
Why we think Essentials is... essential!
There's a relatively new thread on the market that we can't seem to get enough of here at KC Needlepoint. It's called Essentials! The name of this thread couldn't be more fitting. We agree that it's a stitching "essential" and we know you will too!
What's the difference between all these metallic threads?
There are so many different metallic threads on the market, it can be difficult to know where to start when selecting one. If you've ever looked at your canvas and known you wanted to add some sparkle, but just didn't know which metallic thread to pick, this blog post is for you!
We're just crazy for Very Velvet!
Very Velvet... where to begin? Every stitcher needs some Very Velvet in their stash. It's one of our favorite threads at KC Needlepoint!
Working with Boucle... made easy!
Boucle- what an amazing thread. There’s truly nothing else on the market like it!Â
Sadly, boucle gets a bad reputation as a difficult fiber... but we've put together a few tips to help make working with this thread as easy as can be.
Learn to pick out your own threads with our tips!
There are so many threads on the market today to choose from! It can be intimidating to know where to begin when it comes to picking them out for yourself- especially if you’re a beginner stitcher. Read our tips to learn more!