07 July
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A great way to use a tartan is to make a belt. Needlepoint belts are 21 threads high on 18-mesh canvas (or 1.25″) on 13-mesh they would be 18 threads high. With that narrow space creating an attractive belt is more than just randomly picking a section of plaid. I work with you to create a selection from your tartan (or personal plaid) that will make an exciting and dynamic design. You can see some examples in this article. The project pack comes with all the instructions you need to stitch your plaid and to prepare it for finishing as a belt. We can evenRead More →

09 June
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A tartan is defined by the width and sequence of stripes, called the sett. They are defined and registered through a threadcount, which is the formula for weaving the plaid. The fabric you see is the result of applying the formula to weaving. Threadcounts are never used to create the needlework charts. I look at a good picture of the tartan. These must have colors that are distinct in the picture and be flat. From this picture I find the narrowest stripe. Looking at the picture I then calculate the widths of the other stripes. Once I have this figured out, I then calculate howRead More →

01 June
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There can be a bewildering array of choices for many last names. Be as specific as you can about the plaid you want. I will email you with questions and to confirm your choice of tartan. Your custom tartan will be charted and ready in about two weeks. The cost is for the charting service, and the considerable work involved in this process. This is a two-step process. First you must specify what you need for the plaid by filling out the form below. Then you must pay for the plaid. No work is undertaken unless both steps are completed. You will be emailed aRead More →

01 June
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Looking for a plaid for a special person or occasion? Why not create a unique stitched plaid, based on any name, word or date. Just specify what you want for the horizontal and vertical directions, the colors you want and whether you want needlepoint or cross stitch. Your custom plaid will be charted and ready in about two weeks. This is a two-step process. First you must specify what you need for the plaid by filling out the form below. Then you must pay for the plaid. No work is undertaken unless both steps are completed. You will be emailed a confirmation with an expectedRead More →