My amazing workspace

I’m trying, with varying degrees of success, to run my own business from home designing and putting together tapestry kits using my own original designs. Unfortunately, I do not possess all of the prerequisite skills; organisation, planning and focus being just some of the areas in which I find myself wanting.

Colour Inspiration

When you want to choose colours for a new project, you can look to the world of Fine Art for inspiration. Here are some palettes I have put together using some of my favourite paintings and prints. For each colourway, I have listed the shades of Anchor Tapestry wool I have used.

How to join two pieces of canvas for needlepoint tapestry

Started a project and then found you need to add more canvas? This happened to me a few weeks ago.

The boring bit?

Filling in the background colour may not always be the most appealing part of completing a tapestry.

How to make a panel to present your finished needlepoint tapestry

So, you have created a masterpiece! I have already posted some ways you may want to display it. Here is a cool way to present it for a contemporary look.

My top 4 ways to present a finished needlepoint tapestry

So, you’ve slaved over a piece of needlepoint for weeks, months even. On completion, don’t let it languish in a dark cupboard! Here are some of the ways you can ensure that it is admired by all who enter your home.