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The Simplest Path to Confidently Creating Beautiful Needlepoint Projects
Learn from the comfort of home—stitching in your favorite chair with all your supplies within arm's reach. Yes, please!
Join me for two LIVE Zoom workshops that give you the skills—and the confidence—to create beautiful projects every single time.
RESERVE MY SPOT IN THE LIVE WORKSHOPS!Do Any Of These Apply to You?
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You taught yourself to stitch, and you're pretty sure you may have picked up some bad habits along the way
- You want to use decorative stitches on your projects, but you’re not sure where to start
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You're tired of second-guessing yourself over which threads to use on your canvases
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You'd like for your stitches to be smooth and for the back of your canvas to be tidy, but you can't figure out how
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You've tried choosing your own decorative stitches, but your canvases end up looking like stitch samplers instead of the beautiful projects you envisioned
If you said "yes" to even one of these, keep reading...
Imagine How Good You'll Feel When...
- You know the best way to start and end your threads - Every. Single. Time!
- Your basketweave is smooth and consistent because you finally understand the mechanics behind it.
- You can choose decorative stitches with confidence because you understand how stitch families work together.
- Your finished projects look intentional and cohesive, not like you threw every stitch you know at the canvas.
- You can figure why when something goes wrong—and fix it!
That, my friend, is what happens when you have the skills—and confidence—that every stitcher needs to create beautiful needlepoint projects.
Why these two workshops together?
Here's what I've learned after 30 years of teaching: most stitchers don't struggle because they lack talent. They struggle because they learned just enough to get by—but not enough to understand why things work the way they do.
Needlepoint Made Easy gives you the essential foundation every stitcher needs. You'll learn how to start and end threads so they stay secure, how to work the basketweave stitch so it's smooth every time, how to handle different threads correctly, and even how to use a frame. These are the skills that make stitching feel easier.
Beyond Basketweave picks up right where Needlepoint Made Easy left off. This is where you’ll learn about stitch pathways and stitch families so that you can finally choose stitches that work together to create cohesive, beautiful projects—not stitch samplers.
One without the other leaves gaps in your needlepoint know-how. Together, they empower a stitcher to actually understand what she's doing—and can troubleshoot her own work when something doesn't look right.
It's time to make your projects look fabulous without a lot of fretting — and the Needlepoint Made Easy + Beyond Basketweave bundle can help you do exactly that!
I WANT THE BUNDLE!Here's What Your Fellow Stitchers Are Saying:
Anne W.
I highly recommend Ellen as a teacher. She has taken me from beginning needlepoint to now where I can create my own stitch guides. Not only is she very patient, she listens carefully to your questions and finds solutions. You are never made to feel embarrassed, regardless of your skill level. She is extremely friendly and kind.
Katy D.
Ellen has a vast knowledge of all things needlework! She is always willing to help out with any project, big or small, easy or difficult. Ellen is especially talented with decorative stitches and helping embellish canvases. I would highly recommend Ellen for teaching any kind of needlework.
Pride S.
Ellen has helped me move beyond wool yarn and the basket weave stitch. She is so patient in teaching new stitches and the threads for each stitch. She has an eye for where to apply the stitches, that creates a fabulous finished product.
What if you...
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Could finally conquer basketweave so your stitches look smooth and consistent every time?
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Knew exactly where and how to start (and end!) a new thread on any canvas—and were finally proud of the way the back looks?
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Felt comfortable trying decorative stitches because you understood how they work and when to use them?
- Could sit down to stitch feeling confident instead of anxious about making expensive mistakes?
- Knew which decorative stitches to pair together so your projects look intentional and cohesive?
- Could spend more time stitching and less time ripping because choosing stitches that work well together finally made sense?
all of that in two supportive, step-by-step workshops with your very own needlepoint guide (me!) to support you.
In These Two Workshops, You Will...
Build a Rock-Solid Foundation
Learn about the different kinds of needlepoint canvas, needles, scissors, laying tools, and other essential tools—and how they help make your stitching go more smoothly.
Master Basketweave... Once and For All
Finally conquer basketweave—and unlock the secret to "reading" your canvas so that all of your stitches look smooth and even.
Discover Which Threads To Use
Explore the most popular needlepoint threads used today—including how to choose the best ones for your canvases—and learn how to start and end them neatly and securely.
Understand How Stitch Families Work
Discover why certain decorative stitches belong together—so you can make choices that create cohesion, not chaos.
Learn Why Stitch Pathways Matter
Find out how the path your thread takes on the back affects what you see on the front—and how to stay consistent.
Create Beautiful Projects Every Time
Put everything you learn together to make intentional stitch choices that result in finished pieces that look exactly the way you imagined.
What's included?
A seat at Needlepoint Made Easy LIVE
This fun filled Zoom workshop will provide you with the essential skills you need to confidently create beautiful projects every single time—from setting your canvas up to choosing threads and stitching your piece in flawless basketweave.
Value: $197
A seat at Beyond Basketweave LIVE
This next-level Zoom workshop is a deeper dive into decorative stitches—stitch families, stitch pathways, and how to make thoughtful stitch choices—so your projects look cohesive instead of chaotic.
Value: $297
Unlimited access to each full workshop recording
So you can revisit the demonstrations and explanations anytime you need a refresher.
Keep the recording, even if you can't join us live.
Access to the complete pre-recorded versions of both courses
So you can continue learning at your own pace with clear, easy to follow lessons you can return to again and again.
Value: $294
A special supply box for Beyond Basketweave
Everything you need to participate in the workshop, curated for you so you can follow along easily during the live event.
Value: $79
A clear path—go from guessing to understanding
These workshops are designed to work together, building your skills in the right order so that everything clicks into place without overwhelm or confusion.
Value: Priceless!
🎁 Bonus: Free VIP Q&A session passes for both workshops
You’ll get access to the dedicated Q&A calls for each workshop at no additional cost when you join by Cyber Monday, December 1.
Value: $94
All for $863 ONLY $397
Sooo... whaddya say?
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...and for a limited time
Get FREE tickets to the VIP Q&A Sessions
Wednesdays February 11th & March 11th, 2026
When you register for these workshops by Cyber Monday, you’ll receive FREE tickets to the VIP Q&A sessions for both workshops.
These follow-up calls happen after each workshop and give you dedicated time to ask questions, get clarification, and work through any spots where you're stuck.
(Can't make it live? These calls will be recorded, and you can submit questions ahead of time!)
SIGN ME UP... I WANT THE BLACK FRIDAY BONUS!
What Ellen's students are saying...
Let's Take A Peek At What's Inside Each Workshop!
Needlepoint Made Easy LIVE
This virtual/Zoom workshop takes place on January 31, 2026.
When you join Needlepoint Made Easy LIVE, you’ll get the essential skills you need to establish a rock-solid foundation for your needlepoint hobby so that you can stitch with confidence.
Here’s a glimpse of what we’ll cover:
- The essential tools and how to use them so you're set up for success before you take a single stitch
- How to properly choose—and use— the right kind of frame (and why it matters more than you might think)
- Starting and ending threads the right way so your stitches don't pop loose and the back of your canvas stays tidy
- The three tent stitch variations and when to use each one
- Mastering basketweave so your stitches are smooth and your tension is consistent
- What to do when you finish stitching your project
These skills form the foundation you'll use for every project you stitch—and they eliminate most of the problems that can send you to the frog pond. (Rip it, rip it! 🐸)
Beyond Basketweave LIVE
This virtual/Zoom workshop takes place on February 28, 2026.
Beyond Basketweave LIVE is all about helping you explore what comes after you have the basics of needlepoint under your belt. This is where you learn the principles behind using decorative stitches on your projects—and it's where the "why" pops into place.
Together, we’ll explore:
- The six decorative stitch families and how understanding them changes everything about how you choose stitches for your canvases
- The primary thread groups and how to choose the best threads for the stitches you've selected for your project
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Why stitch pathways matter and how the route your thread takes on the back affects what you see on the front
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How to choose stitches that work together so your finished projects look cohesive and intentional—not like stitch samplers
By the end of the workshop, you'll have a clearer understanding for how to choose stitches that work well together on your projects—not just a list of stitches to try.
This Workshop Bundle Is for You If You…
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Want to create beautiful hand-stitched treasures with ease and enjoyment
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Are a novice who is just starting out on your needlepoint adventure
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Have been stitching for a while but feel like something's missing—like everyone else knows something you don't
- Taught yourself and suspect you've picked up habits that aren't serving you
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Are ready to stop making expensive mistakes and start feeling confident about the choices you make for your projects
- Want to try decorative stitches but feel overwhelmed by the options and don't know where to start
- Are tired of projects that don't turn out the way you imagined them
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Want to save time and money on your needlepoint projects
- Want a guide to help you build your needlepoint skills in the right order—without the overwhelm of figuring it out yourself
That sounds like me!
Hello There!
I'm Ellen Johnson, your very own personal needlepoint teacher and coach.
I'm here to help you build a rock solid foundation for your needlepoint hobby so you don’t spend more time ripping than you spend stitching!
Life is short and you should be able to make your projects look fabulous without a lot of fretting.
I want you to feel excited when you sit down to stitch - not frustrated!
That's why I created these online workshops. After 30 years of teaching stitchers just like you, I've seen the same struggles come up again and again. And here's what I've realized:
The problem usually isn't that you don't have the ability to be a wonderful stitcher. It's that you have too many gaps in your needlepoint know-how.
Most stitchers have learned just enough to get started—but not enough to understand why things work the way they do. So when something goes wrong, they don't know how to fix it. They just rip, try again, and hope for the best.
These two workshops are designed to fill those gaps. Needlepoint Made Easy LIVE gives you the essential skills you need to be a confident needlepointer. Beyond Basketweave LIVE teaches you about stitch families and stitch pathways, plus it provides you with the conceptual framework for using decorative stitches on your projects.
Together, they create the foundation that makes confidently creating beautiful projects easier and more joyful.
The rewards are great for those who dedicate time and energy to their craft. And when you invest in yourself, you quickly gain the skills (and confidence!) you need to create your very own spectacular hand-stitched heirloom treasures.
What Ellen's students are saying...
You might be thinking...
Can’t I just refer to one of my needlepoint books for all of this information?
In all honesty, I suppose you could. But here’s the thing... you can’t ask a book a question when you don’t understand the instructions.
You see, the value in joining live virtual workshops like Needlepoint Made Easy and Beyond Basketweave isn’t just to get the information.
When you participate in a guided learning experience like this one, you have a real person — an expert teacher to lead the way. And when you get stuck, there's somebody to ask for help. 😊
Can’t I find needlepoint videos for free on YouTube?
Yep - I'm sure you can find "free" videos all over the internet.
But just because they don't cost money to watch, you still need to consider how you'll pay because you will never get back your precious time that you spend sorting through all of those videos. 😳
And that doesn't even take into consideration whether or not you can trust that the person doing the demonstration is showing you the proper technique. (Sadly, I've seen a LOT of bad information passed along in "free" videos.)
Lastly, piecing together information is never as effective as being guided start to finish in sequential order the way I show you.
I WANT TO JOIN THE WORKSHOPS!So... What's the Investment?
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...and for a limited time
Get FREE tickets to the VIP Q&A Sessions
Wednesdays February 11th & March 11th, 2026
When you register for these workshops by Cyber Monday, you’ll receive FREE tickets to the VIP Q&A sessions for both workshops.
These follow-up calls happen after each workshop and give you dedicated time to ask questions, get clarification, and work through any spots where you're stuck.
(Can't make it live? These calls will be recorded, and you can submit questions ahead of time!)
SIGN ME UP... I WANT THE BLACK FRIDAY BONUS!Frequently Asked Questions
What if I’m brand new to needlepoint?
What if I’ve been stitching for years?
Do I have to attend live?
Will I need to buy extra supplies?
Are these workshops part of The Stitcher’s Club?
How long are the workshops?
Will I be able to ask questions?
Do I need any experience with decorative stitches before joining Beyond Basketweave?
What if I have more questions?
Just imagine...
Finally understanding why your projects turn out the way they do—and having the skills to make them turn out even better.(And being able to do it from the comfort of your favorite stitching chair at HOME!)
No more guessing. No more hoping for the best. Just confident, intentional stitching that results in the beautiful hand-stitched treasures you've always wanted to make.
I'd love to see you inside the workshops.
—Ellen
I'M READY - I WANT THIS!