WHAT IS A NEEDLE MINDER?
A needle minder is a small, decorative accessory used in needlework like cross stitch, embroidery, or quilting to help keep needles safe and in place when not in use.
Needle minders typically consists of two parts:
Top Piece: A decorative element made of metal, resin, enamel, or other materials. This is what you see on the front of the fabric.
Back Magnet: A strong magnet placed on the back of the fabric to hold the needle minder in place.
HOW DO YOU USE A NEEDLE MINDER?
Place the decorative front piece on the top of your project where you can see it, and where it is out of the way but still within reach. Next, place the magnet on the back of your project, beneath the decorative front piece. (The project fabric should be sandwiched in the middle.) When you need to set your needle down for a moment, rest it on the decorative front piece of the needle minder. The needle will sit in place on top of the minder, held securely by the magnet on the back. Easy peasy - no more lost needles!
Needle minders are both practical and fun, as they prevent needles from getting lost or poking into the project. They often come in a variety of whimsical and cute designs, making them a great accessory for handwork! If you need a gift idea for a cross stitcher (or even someone who likes embroidery, needlepoint, or hand quilting) needle minders are a great option! They are pretty, practical, and collectible. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, so depending on the design you choose, they can be used as Valentine's Day gifts, stocking stuffers, Easter basket stuffers, Mother's Day gifts, Birthday gifts etc. They also make great options for gift exchanges at retreats or with your stitching group!
Cherry Hill Stitchery carries a rotating selection of needle minders that were designed to match our cross stich patterns. Get one for each project bag or display your collection on a magnetic surface. You can find our current selection of minders here. Happy Stitching!