Needlepoint Stores

Browsing needlepoint stores is a great way to get inspiration for your next project while finding all the supplies you need to create beautiful needlework crafts.

Find all the supplies you need at needlepoint stores.

Many crafters find browsing the aisles of local needlepoint stores or checking out the websites of online establishments to be a way to find project ideas and needlepoint supplies. Specialty needlepoint stores offer one stop shopping for needlepoint enthusiasts, making it easy to find everything you need in one place. Many specialty retailers offer both physical locations and online shopping, making it easy for you to get the needlepoint patterns, canvas designs and supplies you want no matter where you live.

• A to Z Needlepoint: If you find yourself near Windsor, California, you can visit The Regal Rabbit needlepoint store in person. Otherwise, you can shop the retailer's online store, A to Z Needlepoint. As the name implies, the store carries everything from A to Z related to needlepoint crafting. You'll find all types of needlepoint supplies, patterns, books, and great ideas when you browse this retailers website or walk the aisles of the store.

• Pocket Full of Stitches: This Lubbock, TX needlepoint store carries a wide variety of needlepoint patterns, threads, and supplies. You can visit the store if you're in the area or make your selections from the website. Orders can be phoned in during normal business hours, or placed via email. You can also subscribe to the store's snail mail newsletter and register to receive email notifications when the website is updated with new products.

• The Bristly Thistle: This retailer specializes in hand-painted needlepoint canvases, threads, and supplies. If you live in or travel to Petoskey, Michigan, you can visit the Bristly Thistle in person. Otherwise, you can browse online and enjoy free shipping on U.S. orders of $100 or more. New designs are added to the stores offerings on a regular basis. You can be among the first to find out by subscribing to the needlepoint blog.

These are just a few examples of the many needlepoint stores located around the country. To find specialty retailers in your area, check the local yellow pages, and ask other crafters for recommendations. If there is a local organization dedicated to crafting in your area, such as the Mobile, AL Port City Craftsmen group, the members can be a great resource for providing suggestions for where to find the best selection of supplies.

Even if there aren't any specialty needlepoint stores in your area, it's likely that you have access to a large crafting supply store. While these retailers don't specialize in needlepoint, they are likely to carry many of the items you need. Hobby and craft supply stores often have excellent prices on needlepoint supplies. They also carry kits, designs, and other items needed to complete your crafting projects.

If you complete needlepoint projects frequently, it's a good idea to watch for sale circulars from the craft suppliers in your area. Many of them offer percent off coupons on a regular basis, in addition to offering excellent temporary sales on needlepoint supplies. You can take advantage of periodic sales to stock up on basic supplies that are easy to find, so you have more money to spend on hard-to-find items from your favorite specialty stores.

• Hobby Lobby: There are Hobby Lobby stores in most states within the continental United States. You can find the store closest to you with the help of the company's online store locator form. Printable online coupons are also available.

• Michaels: There are Michael's stores located throughout the United States and Canada. You can use the online store locator to find the outlet closest to you. If there is a store in your area, it's likely that you'll be able to find a coupon in the Sunday newspaper sales circular every week that can help you save money while stocking up on some of the supplies you need.

While Hobby Lobby and Michaels are among the largest and most widespread craft supply stores, there may be additional options in your area. Even superstores like Wal-Mart and Target often carry basic needlepoint supplies in their arts and crafts departments.

When browsing needlepoint stores, it's easy to get caught up in looking at the beautiful designs and patterns available for projects. Before you go shopping for new project ideas, however, do a brief inventory of the materials you have on hand. When you find a design you love, stop and think about whether or not you have everything you need. If not, be sure to stock up on the thread, needles, and other supplies you need to create a beautiful piece of finished needlepoint.

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