Needlework Patterns

Crafters who enjoy needlepoint know that they can put anything onto a needlepoint pattern and sew it. If the design can be transferred to a two dimensional image, you can turn it into a pattern and needlepoint it onto fabric. Regardless of what your interests are or what you want the final needlepoint project to be, you can find a pattern that will be perfect for you.

If you want to design your own pattern, you can simply use a sheet of graph paper and design any pattern you can imagine. Each square on the graph paper represents one cross stitch on the fabric that you will use. Add color to your pattern to create a personalized, one-of-a-kind needlepoint pattern. There are also computer programs that you can use to design a needlepoint pattern. Using these programs, you can even take a photograph and turn it into a needlepoint pattern. You can sew a picture of your children or favorite pet add it to a throw pillow or afghan.

If you are looking for other patterns to use for your needlepoint projects, you can always do a quick search on the internet and find hundreds of free patterns that you can print or download and use. There are also needlepoint kits available at crafting stores that include not only the pattern itself, but all of the thread, needles, fabric, and any other embellishments that you may need to complete the project.

You can sew a needlepoint pattern on almost any type of fabric and can use needlepoint on clothing, pillows, towels, blankets and afghans, as well as many other objects. You can also complete your needlepoint pattern on canvas then turn that into a larger project such as a bookmarker, eyeglass holder, throw pillow, or other home decorations. When it comes to needlepoint patterns, you really are limited only by your imagination.