Inserts Needlepoint Canvases

Insert needlepoint canvases are sized to fit the opening of a specific self finishing product. The canvas is stitched first, then inserted into the luggage tag, tote bag, clutch, or jewelry box using the product's built-in 3M adhesive.

Some products in this category come from Rachel Barri and Planet Earth / Tilli Tomas, and the insert dimensions are tied to those products specifically: 2 x 3 inches for the Rachel Barri luggage tag, 3 x 6 inches for the Everyday Clutch, 6 x 6 inches for the Planet Earth large tote, and 5 x 5 inches for the Planet Earth small tote. 

Canvases in this collection are labeled with which self finishing piece they fit. Sizes can vary between manufacturers; verify the opening dimensions of your specific product before purchasing. self finishing products that accept these canvases are available in the self finishing needlepoint collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a needlepoint insert canvas? 

A needlepoint insert canvas is sized to fit the opening of a specific self finishing product, such as a luggage tag, tote bag, clutch, or jewelry box. The canvas is hand painted or stitched, printed, stitched by the buyer, and then inserted into the product using a built-in adhesive. The canvas and the self finishing product are sold separately.

How do I know which canvas fits my self finishing product? 

Each canvas listing in this collection notes which self finishing product it is sized for. A canvas labeled "sized to fit the Planet Earth large self finishing tote" has a 6 x 6" design that matches the tote's insert opening. For other self finishing products not listed, check the opening dimensions on the product page and compare against the canvas design dimensions listed in each PDP. Sizes can vary between manufacturers, even for similar product types.

What is a needlepoint clutch insert? 

A needlepoint clutch insert is a canvas sized to fit the opening on a self finishing clutch bag, typically 3 x 6 inches for the Rachel Barri Everyday Clutch. The stitched canvas is trimmed, inserted with the clutch's built-in 3M adhesive, and serves as the decorative panel on the front of the finished bag.

Do insert canvases come with finishing instructions? 

Most insert canvases do not include assembly instructions; finishing instructions are included with the self finishing product itself. Rachel Barri and Planet Earth products describe the insertion process in their product listings, and it is the same across all products in both lines: trim the canvas with a half inch allowance, peel the 3M adhesive backing, place the canvas in the opening, and tuck the edges in.

What mesh count do insert canvases use? 

Mesh count varies by canvas and product type. Canvases sized for the Planet Earth large tote (6 x 6" insert) are typically 13-count mesh. Canvases sized for smaller openings, like the 5 x 5" Planet Earth small tote or the 3 x 2" luggage tag, are available in both 13- and 18-count, depending on the designer. The mesh count is listed on each individual canvas.