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One Year of HiFi Makes: A Celebration & A New Subscriber Benefit
Whether you’ve been here since the first post or just discovered this Substack, thank you for reading, stitching, sharing, and supporting this growing…
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Hillary Fisk
HiFi Kits: Patriotic Sweater
As we mark the official start of the summer solstice, with Fourth of July just around the corner, there’s no better time to bring a little patriotic…
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Hillary Fisk
Making Travel Needlepoint Canvases Personal
Needlepoint is more than just stitching—it’s storytelling. I'm sharing ideas on personalizing travel canvases, ways to finish canvas, and even some…
Travel Canvases to Commemorate Your Trip in Needlepoint
There’s something magical about travel—the sights, the food, and making memories. Ahead of summer travel, I'm sharing ideas for travel-themed canvases…
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Hillary Fisk
Using Variegated Threads for Needlepoint
Variegated threads can add a big punch to your needlepoint project, if you know how to use them to your advantage. Learn more about how to use…
Memorial Day Weekend Projects
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, it’s the perfect time to slow down, reflect, and of course—stitch! Sharing a round up of projects to tackle this…
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Hillary Fisk
Ribbon Basics - Using Ribbon, Finding Ribbon, and Ribbon Sizes
Incorporating ribbon into your needlepoint adds a whole new layer of artistry and dimension. I share some ribbon basics in this post - when to use…
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Hillary Fisk
Using Overdyed Threads for Needlepoint
If you're looking to add depth, texture, or a touch a nature to your needlepoint projects, using overdyed threads might just be your new favorite tool…
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Hillary Fisk
HiFi Kits: George Washington Portrait
The weather hit 80 degrees in Missouri this weekend and it feels like we’re so close to summer. As we start red, white, and blue season, I'm sharing a…
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Hillary Fisk
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How to Hand Embroider a Sweatshirt
Hand embroidery is a beautiful way to personalize items for gifting. This beginner-friendly guide will walk you through the entire process of hand…
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Hillary Fisk
Building a Needlepoint Collection: Easter Version
In 2020, Alli Eagan (Francophile Dallas on Instagram) posted her mother’s collection of needlepoint eggs on a wooden display. Sharing how I built my own…
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Hillary Fisk
Using A Cohesive Color Palette
I previously shared my love for building small needlepoint collections. Using this post to share how I use color to tie the individual pieces together.
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Hillary Fisk
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