For our Summer Stitch Along we're making a Needlepoint Purse! This season's hottest bags are all about personality - weaving, beading, fringe. What could be more fashion-forward than a hand-stitched handbag? Fendi, who? This is a Benzie original.
We'll share a live video on Instagram each week demonstrating the steps to stitch and construct your needlepoint purse. In addition to live videos, we'll update this post weekly with photos and written steps so you can stitch at your own pace or join in at any point!
Additional Tools:
Free PDF Pattern (available for download on June 23)
Scissors
Wonder Clips
Frixion Pen
Ruler
Sewing Machine - optional, but recommended
How to Participate:
Purchase the supplies from the list above to have them for our first video on June 25. Tune in every Thursday June 25 - July 23 for an Instagram Live at 12:00 pm EDT.
What to Expect:
Week 1: Introduction, Needlepoint - Vertical Long Stitches, Cutting Canvas
Week 2: Needlepoint - Horizontal Long and Diagonal Tent Stitches
Week 3: Needlepoint - Horizontal Long Top Stitches and Whip Stitching Edge
Week 4: Assembly - Attaching Handles
Week 5: Sewing and Attaching Lining
We are so grateful for our crafting community and can't wait to stitch something fabulous together!
