Diamant is a DMC “metallic” thread that comes on a spool. It is a single non-divisible strand that is weighted the same as 2 strands of cotton floss. Many people find it much easier to use than the DMC Light Effects “metallics”, which come in 6 strand divisible skeins.
Hello, fellow Canadians! With the Canada Post strike continuing, and the Christmas rush creating backlogs for alternate shippers, we are forced to make this change to our policy. When ordering, please indicate if you want to wait for your order until the strike is over (your shipping charge will be automatically generated using our Canada […]
Hello, Americans! You’ll be glad to know that we use a cross-border shipping service, which means that orders to the US are NOT affected by the Canada Post strike. In fact, it’s even better than that! Since your order is taken over the border by the truckload, there is never any duties or customs to […]
This is a listing of hundreds of printed canvases that we can order. Just email us at MagicHourNeedlecrafts@gmail.com and we can help you find your perfect canvas! Please remember that this is a HUGE task to put together, and we cannot guarantee that the prices and selection are up to date. We will keep it […]
We’ve had a wonderful response from local needlecrafters to our Grand Re-Opening. It was worth all the effort! We are still a work in progress, so please be patient, but we love our new shop! Come on in for a visit! We’re at 6009 Valley Way in Niagara Falls, Ontario. It’s a big repurposed high […]
First up – Aida! Aida is the go-to fabric for millions of stitchers, and probably the most used world-wide. It is 100% cotton, with easy to see holes and comes in a wide selection of colours. “Mystic Grey” is a beautiful shade of grey with just a hint of olive green, making it a lovely […]
Looking to try some needlepoint without breaking the bank? No problem! This video will show you how! And here’s an easy way to get all you need! Click HERE to see the kit!
Needlepoint is an ancient needlecraft that has recently enjoyed a resurgence in popularity. It is used to create pillows, bags, eyeglass cases, purses, wall hangings, rugs, upholstery for furniture, even clothing! What sets it apart from other kinds of needlecrafts is the “ground” that it is stitched on. Needlepoint is done on evenweave canvas, not […]
An update from Magic Hour and Donna tell everything about her current needlepoint WIP.
