Needlepoint News

The phones at The Canvasback in Northfield are out of order. The shop is open its regular hours. They expect the phones to be restored in a day or two.

The Canvasback in Northfield has a show from Canvasworks through September 29. Featuring traditional designs, their make canvas from ornaments to rugs that have a timeless quality. See the designer’s site here: http://www.canvasworksneedlepoint.com/

The owners of North Shore Needleworks in Northbrook are retiring. They are looking for a new owner for the shop. Here’s what their newsletter says: ” Thanks to our ever-growing customer base (both near and far), and the best group of staff ever, NSN is a thriving business! We are now ready to retire and […]

North Shore Needleworks in Northbrook will be hosting Tony Minieri May 15-17 for his popular Canvas Enhancement class. Call the shop at 847-291-6550 to learn more and reserve your spot.

Designer’s Desk in St. Charles is on the move again. They will be closing our doors here at 34W880 Army Trail Road, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 on September 27, 2017 and are heading West to Las Vegas. Right now – Everything but threads are 40% off. So come in and get the bargains before they […]

The Classic Stitch in Winnetka has a trunk show of clever canvases from The Point of It All. In it you’ll find sayings, Christmas, florals, animals, and canvas for children. In other words something for everyone with fresh, new designs. See the designer’s site here: http://thepointofitallshop.com

North Shore Needleworks in Northbrook has openings in two of their upcoming classes. On October 20 – 22 there will be “The Knotty Bouquet” taught by Julia Snyder. On October 27 – 29 there is Embellishment with Linda Corirossi. Call the shop at (847) 291-6550 to reserve your spot.

The Canvasback in Northfield is having a class for beginning stitchers and those returning to needlepoint on Saturday, September 9 – 1:00-3:30. They are also opening the class to those of you who are looking to get back into needlepoint. Bring your canvas to class, and the instructor will help you learn/relearn basic stitching skills […]

Visit The Canvasback in Northfield and drop off your finishing to save 15%. All finishing dropped off before August 2 gets these savings!

The Black Cat Stitchery in Winthrop Harbor will be having a class beginning in mid-September featuring your choice of four of Laura Perin’s charted needlepoint wreaths. The class fee does not include materials. Call the shop at (224) 789-7224 to reserve your place.