Learn Needlepoint

Beginner’s Needlepoint Sampler, copyright Napa Needlepoint

Come to Napa Needlepoint for great needlepoint instruction. I’m a pioneer in making great, affordable (or free) classes that feature focused information on techniques and threads along with great small projects that you will love to stitch.

Whether you have never needlepointed before or if you are an old hand at stitching, you’re sure to find something you’ll want to take.

Look at the selections below to pick the class of your choice. Please note: Many of these links take you off this site to my Napa Needlepoint site (which is set up for eCommerce).

Beginner’s Class via Email – Free

Have you always wanted to learn needlepoint but were confused by classes and books? Janet’s free email class, Right from the Beginning, offers great needlepoint instruction that will teach you this delightful form of needlework with techniques, stitches and tips to make it a joy.

To sign up, just fill out the form on the Beginner Needlepoint Ecourse page and you’ll be on your way.

Needlepoint Independent Study (NIS)

A new and exciting idea in needlepoint instruction, NIS classes are available for a number of different techniques. In each class you’ll be able to work at your own pace while still having access to a teacher to answer your questions.

The lessons for each class will be emailed to you once a week.

There are several class choices, including Blackwork, beginners projects, needlepoint techniques, and cross stitch classes.

Find pictures and sign up for them on the NIS page at Napa Needlepoint.

Current Class Offerings

I’m always creating new and exciting needlepoint instruction. In addition, some of my classes are only available in the email class format. Here you can learn about what is currently being offered.

I’m also always on the lookout for great class ideas. If there is something you want to learn, let me know by contacting me. If I get an idea for a class from you, you’ll receive the class free (not including the cost of materials).

I am pleased to be offering a varied slate of needlepoint classes in conjunction with The Art Needlepoint Company. There is a varied and exciting schedule of classes in stitches, techniques, and threads for all levels of stitchers. Use the contact form below to request the current schedule. You can see the list on the Art Needlepoint classes page at Napa Needlepoint.

Best of all these classes are complementary with the purchase of the class kit.

Previous classes are sometimes offered as encore classes, but if one is not on the current schedule, you can still do the class as independent study. Contact Art Needlepoint to purchase the kit and let then know you would like to take the class.

Each year I offer additional classes as well as Teacher-led Group Projects. This is an exciting concept in needlepoint instruction. A large project will be done as a cyberclass, exploring one or several aspects of needlepoint. Personalized instruction will help you develop color and thread schemes as well as lessons on the project itself as we stitch together.

Use the contact form to get on the mailing list and learn about new classes.

I will also be offering the popular Create your own Stitch Guide Class each spring. This exciting and popular class is only held once a year. Watch my blog or sign up for the mailing list to learn the details.

Special Offer for Guilds and GroupsPrivate Consultations

If your live in the East or North Bay Area (San Francisco), Solano County, or in Sacramento, you can arrange for a private consultation with me in your home, at a shop, or in my Mare Island Studio.

The minimum length for a consultation is one hour and if the session is in your home or at a shop, a mileage fee may be charged.

Fill out the form below to get started.

I also host special seminars and open studio days on Mare Island. These events will be full of fun, great stitching, and special goodies. You’ll get great needlepoint instruction along with a special theme or exclusive project.

If you would like to be notified of these events, do please fill out the form to let me know.