Needlepoint is a type of canvas work, a form of embroidery in which yarn is stitched through a stiff open weave canvas.
Traditionally needlepoint designs completely cover the canvas. Although needlepoint may be worked in a variety of
stitches, many needlepoint designs use only a simple tent stitch and rely upon color changes in the yarn to construct
the pattern. Needlepoint is the oldest form of canvas work.
The degree of detail in needlepoint depends on the thread count of the underlying mesh fabric. Due to the inherent lack
of suppleness of needlepoint, common uses include eyeglass cases, holiday ornaments, pillows, purses, upholstery, and
wall hangings.