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      Needlepoint is a form of canvas work embroidery, in which yarn is stitched through a open weave canvas vertical and horizontal threads are formed to make precise holes between the thread and then hand painted or printed with a design. Stitchers use different coloured Yarn or thread to cover each area with the correspoding colour on the canvas. Unlike surface embroidery, the types of stitching and threads used on the canvas make it more durable than embroidery that using fine count aida. Needlepoint worked on very fine (high-count) canvas and has 16 or more mesh holes per liner inch is called petit-point. Needlepoint is often referred to as "tapestry", but differs from true tapestry which is woven on a vertical loom rather than stiched on canvas mesh. Finished works may be made into pillows or upholstery, or may be displayed on the wall, framed or unframed, or made into holiday ornaments, purses, stuffed stand-up figures, or rugs.

   
 
 
     
   
 
     
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