CANYON #3 NEEDLEPOINT KIT

Description

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Inspired by the bold geometry and rich cultural heritage of Native American and Mexican textiles, Canyon 3 is a striking eight-colour needlepoint kit (or tapestry kit in the UK) designed to bring warmth, rhythm, and timeless design to your stitching experience.

This kit features a beautifully balanced palette of earthy tones—from deep burnt umber and golden yellow ochre to soft sandy beige, olive greens, and creamy white. These natural hues come together to create a design that is both grounding and sophisticated.

Crafted in England, Canyon 3 is supplied with a blank canvas and a detailed printed paper chart. The chart is clearly laid out with easy-to-read symbols and a full-colour key, allowing you to confidently follow the design at your own pace. This chart-based method of stitching offers a rewarding and mindful experience, where you build the design line by line, shade by shade—much like painting by numbers with yarn.

The paper chart also allows for more portability and flexibility, making it ideal for stitchers who prefer not to use pre-printed canvases or who enjoy a more counted approach to needlepoint. It’s a great way to sharpen your pattern-reading skills while creating a piece of long-lasting beauty.

Stitching Style: Basketweave Tent Stitch
We recommend using Basketweave Tent Stitch for this kit—a classic, high-quality stitch known for its strength, smooth finish, and excellent coverage. This stitch works diagonally across the canvas in a zigzag formation on the back, helping to keep the fabric square and preventing warping. It produces a soft yet dense surface and is ideal for creating long-lasting, professional-looking results.

Because Basketweave Tent Stitch covers both the front and back of the canvas, it builds a new textile layer that’s not only beautifully textured but also durable enough for everyday use—perfect for items like cushions or framed textiles. Clear instructions for this stitch (and alternatives such as Half Cross or Continental Tent Stitch) are included, so you can choose the method that suits you best.

Finished size: 38 x 38cm (15 x 15 inches)

Every Canyon 3 kit includes:

• A blank 12hpi Zweigart canvas (100% cotton)

• A full-colour printed paper chart with symbol key

• 100% pure new wool yarns — super-soft, colourfast, and mothproofed

• Two size 18 tapestry needles (just in case one goes missing)

• Simple, beginner-friendly instructions including a guide to Basketweave Tent Stitch and video tutorials

• Full-color reference image

Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or trying needlepoint for the first time, Canyon 3 is a beautiful and immersive project that blends heritage, design, and craft in one complete kit.