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Welcome to the online home of The Needle's Notion, designer of original charted needlework patterns. See what's new, and find out what's coming soon. Ask for my designs at your favorite needlework shop.



Thank you for another successful online Needlework Show.
The winners of The Needle's Notion door prize contest were Betsy of Florida, and Leigh of Mississippi.
Don't miss the fall show, scheduled for October 18-23.

Just Released:

 NN192b Window Box Welcome
Stitch a cheerful message of welcome with this planter full of brightly colored tulips. Don't miss the cute wren nestled among the blossoms. Chart includes pattern and easy finishing instructions.
Worked on 28 count Confederate Grey Cashel Linen using Gentle Art and DMC threads.
Design size: 8 1/2 x 11 inches.




 NN191b Sewing Day

The 6th design in the Needle's Notion Days of the Week sampler series, Sewing Day features a vintage sewing room surrounded by a wonderful collection of needlework tools, and borders with sampler and quilt block motifs.

Stitched on 32 count Platinum Belfast Linen with DMC embroidery floss.

Design size: 5 5/8 x 15 inches.







Recently Released:

 NN190b Amana Inspirations
Amana Inspirations provides a glimpse into the peaceful and historic community of The Amana Colonies in Eastern Iowa. This sampler holds special meaning to me, because several generations of my family were members of this unique German community. The Amana Colonies are still well-known today for their foods, manufactured goods, and handcrafted products.     Lettie

Worked on 32 count Lambswool Linen using DMC floss.
Design size: 9 1/2 x 13 1/2 inches.



Coming Soon:  
Sew a Fine Seam  
Witch Sisters    


We are pleased to announce that several Needle's Notion samplers are now available as painted canvases for needlepoint, offered by Ewe and Eye and Friends .


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Designer: Lettie Eckberg
Address: 2920 Cassidy Dr NE
Rochester, MN 55906
Telephone:(507) 281-2756
Lettie@charter.net email

We are adding new information on a regular basis.
Check back often to see what's new. Last update 14 MAY 2012

All images and designs on this site are copyrighted by the designer, Lettie Eckberg. Scanning or photocopying The Needle's Notion charts for uploading and sharing with others is a violation of international copyright laws.