If you have been doing needlepoint for a while and you haven’t tried bargello stitching, you might want to try your hand at Bargello needlepoint. It’s fairly easy to learn and stitch. Bargello needlepoint is fascinating; in fact it’s one of my favorite needlepoint techniques and it has so many advantages.

Bargello is a form of needlepoint, primarily worked in upright long stitch or satin stitch and is traditionally worked on a mono canvas forming a repeating, geometric pattern. Bargello can be done as a small Christmas ornament, an upholstery covering, a purse cover or you can make beautiful rugs with it. No matter what colors or threads you like, bargello can be the answer for your needlepoint. It’s easy to find new patterns or you can even make your own patterns for bargello. You can make anything; it’s great to use with retro color scheme or you can do something a little more traditional. Bargello is a quicker stitch to work than the traditional tent stitches. It’s fun to stitch because you can see the pattern forming quickly. Bargello does, however require the precise counting of squares to be worked properly and it’s perfect for beginners. Once you work with bargello, you will find it easy to work and you will find yourself making great needlepoint for yourself and great gifts for others. You can find many free bargello patterns throughout the internet and you can get many tips for stitching four-way bargello. I hope that you will have as much fun stitching bargello needlepoint as much as I do.