Are your canvases painted or printed?

Our canvases are printed, not hand-painted. Printing allows for clean, consistent designs and enables us to offer high-quality canvases at a more accessible price.

What is the value of a printed canvas?

A printed canvas offers the same stitching experience and finished result as a painted canvas, with added benefits. Printing ensures consistent color placement, crisp design details, and significantly lower cost. This allows stitchers to focus on the joy of stitching rather than the price of the canvas.

Will the printed design affect my stitching?

Not at all. Our designs are created specifically for needlepoint and printed with stitching clarity in mind. The printed lines guide your stitches just as a painted canvas would, without bleeding or distortion.

What skill level do I need?

Our canvases range from beginner-friendly to advanced. 

What's included in a kit?

Each kit includes the thread colors needed for your design along with a needle threader and two needles so you’re ready to get stitching right away.

How do I get started with needlepoint?

If you're new to needlepoint, our Beginner's Guide is the perfect place to start. It covers everything from what's included in your kit and how to thread your needle to making your first stitch and finishing your thread. You'll also find helpful videos to follow along with. Visit our Beginner's Guide to Needlepoint to get started!

I have a question about stitching - where should I look?

Your order comes with a digital stitching guide sent via email. It covers all the basics. If you still have questions about your canvas, you can always reach out to us by email.

What can I do with my finished design?

Once completed, your needlepoint can be finished in a variety of ways. Popular options include pillows, ornaments, belts, handbags, magnets, patches and framed pieces.

How long does it take to ship my order?

We typically have orders ready to ship within 3-5 business days. If you choose Express Shipping at checkout, we prioritize your order and do our best to have it shipped within 36 business hours.

Why are your canvases now printed on 18 and 14 count canvas?

As of June 8, 2026, most of our designs are now printed on 18 count canvas. This change allows us to create more detailed designs with sharper lines, smoother curves, and finer color transitions while maintaining the same high-quality stitching experience. Our intro kits were switched to 13 count on August 17, 2026, to better align with the industry standard for beginner-friendly needlepoint

What type of thread do you use in your kits?

As of August 17, 2026, we switched our Intro Kits to DMC Embroidery Floss. For all of our 18-count kits, we continue to use DMC Pearl Cotton. We love DMC because it offers a huge range of colors, is consistently easy for us to source, and is widely available at craft stores. That also makes it an affordable and convenient option if you ever need or want to purchase additional thread on your own.

I purchased my canvas at a market or in person. How do I get the stitch guide?

If you purchased your canvas at a market, pop-up, or other in-person event, we'd be happy to send you the stitch guide! Simply email us at info@modernmeshco.com and we'll send the corresponding stitch guide as soon as possible.