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A custom handpainted needlepoint canvas will cost more than a comparable one selected from a needlepoint collection, but it will be a truly unique, one-of-a-kind canvas that is at once personal and elegant. A custom design also is very accurate because it is stitched on the original canvas painted by the designer. Common custom projects include:
Contact Diane or one of our partner needlepoint shops for further information about commissioning your own elegant, custom designed handpainted canvas.
What is required?
All of Diane's work is hand designed and painted. Her canvases are stylistically distinct and are never generated from computer imaging.
A successful custom canvas depends upon a solid understanding of client needs.
- Size, mesh, canvas type
- Specific colors or colors to avoid
- Stitching interests and abilities
- Time frame for delivery
- Content:
- Clear photos and images of all objects
- Initials, monograms, dates to be stitched
Note: Copyrighted work cannot be included in a custom canvas.
Requirements that increase time are cost factors.
- Requirement for a preliminary or approval sketch (surcharge)
- Research time for images that are not provided or are unclear
- Complexity of image
- Amount of stitch painting needed
- Site visits required (usually unnecessary)
Diane is committed to enhancing the engagement and beauty to be found in the experience of needlepoint. Contact her at:
diane@dirksdesigns.com
Commission rug 44"x32" 10 mesh
Designed in 3 sections
to be stitched in 3 locations
Charity auction coasters 5" sq. 18 mesh
Commissioned by Martha's Vineyard Historical Society.
Select sample coaster below for detail.
Sample coaster
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Victorian home

Brooks House

A Martha's Vineyard green

Resort Clubhouse

A Cape Cod porch

Cape Cod Home

Home entrance

Florida home

Edgartown Light

Edgartown Whaling Museum

West Tisbury

A Vinyard Christmas
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