National Academy of Needlearts Gallery
Category: Needlework Technique
Celebrating 250 Years of American Craft and the Needlearts, Too!
In 2026, the United States will mark its 250th anniversary. While much of the national focus will be on history, democracy, and civic identity, a novel initiative invites makers of all kinds to celebrate this milestone through something more personal,…
Read MoreEmpowered Embroidery: The Benefits of Having Your Needlework Evaluated by NAN-Certified Judges
This article first appeared in NANthology, the NAN newsletter, in fall 2023. It’s easy to use this new virtual/ online assessment service by NAN’s Certified Judges! There’s no need to ship your works; high quality photos will suffice. See details HERE….
Read MoreA Tip About a Point
By Carol Pedersen This article first appeared in NANthology, the NAN newsletter, in winter 2023. Pain at the base of my thumb woke me in the middle of the night. “Osteoarthritis? Carpel Tunnel, finally?” I wondered. I massaged Voltaren into it…
Read MoreCommon Issues Seen in Judging Embroidery
By Susan Dawson, NAN-Certified Judge This article first appeared in NANthology, the NAN newsletter, in winter 2018. Presentation Many exhibitions require that work be clean. Spots are the most common reason for disqualification of an entry. The best work is always…
Read MoreJudging Bobbin Lace
By Mary K. CampbellThis article first appeared in NANthology, the NAN newsletter, in spring 2005. Click here to see the original publication. In my needlework judging career, I have too often been asked to judge an area in which I am not an…
Read MoreWhat Is Technique, And Why Are We So Worried About It?
By Sheila Ary, NAN-certified Exhibit Administrator AssistantThis article first appeared in NANthology, the NAN newsletter, in summer 2004. Click here to see the original publication. All of us who are addicted to working with needle and thread have felt apprehension about “Technique.”…
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