Christmas ornament needlepoint canvases at Rittenhouse center on the subjects that have defined the format: Santas in every iteration, from the graphic to the Victorian, Christmas snowmen, Christmas trees, angels, nativity scenes, holiday reindeer like the blue reindeer cardigan, and winter wildlife set against unmistakably Christmas backdrops.
All canvases in this collection are Christmas-specific; for everyday ornament subjects stitched year-round, Rittenhouse carries a separate ornaments collection.
Some canvases are among the quickest seasonal projects in needlepoint; others carry the kind of design complexity to require starting months before the tree goes up.
Most canvases in this collection finish in the 3- to 5-inch range, though mesh count and dimensions vary by designer and design format. At that scale, a single ornament typically takes between 5 and 15 hours of stitching, depending on the design and the stitcher's pace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of Christmas ornament needlepoint canvases does Rittenhouse carry?
The collection focuses on Christmas-themed subjects: Santas, reindeer, snowmen, Christmas trees, nutcrackers, winter wildlife, and holiday characters. Shapes include rounds, ovals, and shaped canvases sized to hang as tree ornaments.
How long does it take to complete a needlepoint ornament canvas?
Most ornament canvases on 14-count mesh, in the 3- to 5-inch range, take between 5 and 15 hours. Designs with heavy shading or intricate detail will run closer to the upper end of that range; simpler, more graphic subjects come in faster.
How do I finish a Christmas needlepoint ornament project?
Rittenhouse offers in-house needlepoint finishing services. You send in your completed canvas, and the in-house team finishes it into a ready-to-hang ornament. Current pricing and turnaround times are listed on the finishing services page.
