Millennium Embroidery

[Nikita Desjardins]

Ilearned to embroider when I was a kid, when everyone was really into cross stitch (remember the '80s?). Eventually, I migrated to surface embroidery, teaching myself with whatever I could get my hands on...read more

Yes, of course, but the comfort of this type of situation fluctuates, depending on the size of the frame. For the larger Millenium frames, I think a stand of some sort would be essential, unless you are used to sitting up to a table and resting the top of your frame on the edge of your table. Incidentally, I do this all the time, and this stitching position works fine with the Millenium frame.

I read to you very often and I learn(teach) with you a lot.

Can you say to me if the frame(executive) to be embroidered(exaggerated) with the millennium is made in Great Britain. I believed to understand(include) that it was the case.

I shall like getting myself him(it) and it would maybe be cheaper in transport than by the needle in United States.

Thank you in advance.

Cordially

I am sorry,a few clarifications above:

I meant to say the fabric will not remain uniform thickness as embroidery is done It will be heaviest/ most embellished at one end of the width.( like bottom of a gathered skirt)

Have you heard of the Millenium needlework frame? Well, you know I harp a lot on slate frames and on Evertite stretcher bar frames, and I do love them both. But today, I want to show you a different type of frame.

The Millenium frame reminds me of a cross between several things: a slate frame, a Japanese embroidery frame, and the old Victorian needlework frames with the screw extensions on the sides. It is the best of three worlds.

Now, to see how easy it is to set up your fabric on this frame and to get a better idea of what the frame is all about, I suggest watching the video for setting up the Millenium frame. The video demonstrates the whole concept much better than photos could.

I saw the frame in use at a craft show earlier this year. Katie Pirson, an RSN graduate, had some work set up on it. When I asked her about it, she could not praise it enough and said that she uses them for all her large projects, including gold work.

Mary,

The frame looks wonderful. I like that it keeps the fabric taut instead of having to constantly tighten it or like you said lace it up. That is quite irritating. I checked out their website, and I think I will have my DH get me one for Christmas.

Thanks for a wonderful blog/website, your very inspiring.

The 4th photo above shows the 2 pieces of fabric with the Marian Pattern on top, ready for pouncing. When you pounce a design in the frame, do you have the fabric drum taunt before pouncing? Should the fabric be as tight as it will be when stitching? I guess what I am trying to ask is if there is ever a risk of design distortion if it is not done in a certain way, taunt verses normal tension, especially on large pieces. Does it matter? If using a light box or window, there is no tension on the fabric when the design is transferred.

Also, in watching the video, it looked as if it were fairly easy to keep the fabric on grain or squared up when framing. If anyone could comment on whether they have had any difficulties with this, or with keeping the design on grain if they take it off and put it back on the frame it would be so helpful.

I have a needlework system 4 stand what problems would I have using this frame with it? I cannot tell from their site whether they have a clamp suitable. Thanks for your help and i love your messages.

Audrey in Western Australia

This frame looks wonderful. Your review really tells us the quality of it. I have never been disappointed with anything you have given a good review too. I also once bought a book before you reviewed it and I had the same negative feelings abiout the book once I received it.

I received my order in time for Christmas but it is only now that I am getting around to the project I had set up on it, and I am so thrilled with the result. I am working a hand painted canvas on 18 count and it is the best tension I have ever had on a canvas project. If you are a needlepointer you will love this frame.

Elaine, I ended up calling John himself because some items had been out of stock for so long. Because it is a small business and the frames are hand made he might not put them in stock until he has a certain number, but when I told him what I wanted he said he would put them on the website that night and I could order them. I see that they went out of stock very quickly after that so it might be just the luck of the draw. But, it might be worth the cost of a phone call to let him know specifically that you are waiting to order certain products.

I am using a millenium frame and I LOVE IT. It is so easy to set up, and the fact that you can interchange bars means you can have two or three projects in the go at the same time. I cannot praise this fram highly enough. Yes it is expensive but will last for a lifetime.

Running my hand over the smooth parts is like feeling silk velvet. No snags or pulls occur or having to tighten the edges. Like you I will still use the others but my milleniums are worth more than Tanzanite. In fact I have two of the baby ones.

I have never had any problem really. Oh I had to wait a bit so I contacted Marisa and John. Marisa kindly told me that they are the only two who make the frames and stands and they are popular but they just when they are getting on top the next wave occurs.

I know it is frustrating but as you found out well worth it. I have most pieces now and every one is as lovely as the next. As odd as it may seem I rub the exposed parts of the frames if I am getting tense because my sewing is not just doing what I want. The wood is so soft its like stroking a cat, a real comfort.

As for the cost or the 30 pounds difference on the receipt I cannot explain as all my frames have a very large postage on it. As does anything I get from America as I live in Australia. One thing I can assure you of is that my dealings with Needle Needs has always been pleasant and I trust them implicitly.

I tried it and did not fancy it for the Millenium frame as I could not get it tight enough and it does crush the fabric. So I made a holder with arms like the Millenium to fit the NW4. On a winner there. It works.

I hate working on my lap and have to use a stand. I have several I prefer now.

When I started I used a couple of chairs or the table and used clamps.

Got wealthier and bought the correct ones that are easier to collapse and take away and stay at home.

I was watching your video on your millennium and drollery frame what now how does that work for every looks like to me it will Berkmore for cross stitching then Inverery and I was kind wondering on the price

I ordered this frame in December. Although their website says they ship within 28 days, it may take up to 3+ months to receive your order.

Communication is very poor and your credit card is charged immediately and not when the item ships.

I have been assured by members of an online stitching group I belong to that it is worth the wait.

Patience is the key when ordering from this company.

The frame looks wonderful, however, Needle Needs really needs to work on their customer service! I have many friends that ordered this frame and it has taken them 3-4 months to get it shipped to them and even then they have had no communication from the company at all to let them know it would take that long.

I am writing to those who have been waiting for their Milleniums.

I have had my Milleniums for years and I can truly say no others come near it.

I was fortunate to find them early and before Mary got hers.

Yes I do realise that we are eager to started on our work and would love to have the new frame to do it on.

Can you imagine how frustrating it has all become for these two?

I am waiting to get a few more sets of bars but in the meantime I am using my old slates and other frames.

Hello Mary, would you put pieces like goldwork and stumpwork on a Evertight? I hate Q-snaps and would like an alternative to a hoop. If you would use a Evertight for the small project would you use the tacks like you would in needlepoint? As far as the Millenium Frame what is a good size to order. I never had order sides etc. Thank you, Sandra

I started reading the comments then realized I ws reading information from 2011. I like the idea of a history of good commets but would prefer to start out with the most current first. Things happen, businesses close or change hands and quality suffers. Is there any way to resort the comments with newest to oldest? Thanks

Jaclyn might like to try 50mm thick rods with flat ends the clamp can hold onto.

Sew fabric onto the top and bottom of the work. Either make a sleeve then drawing pins added to stop the pole spinning in the sleeve.

My only complaint to them is, that they ask for money way upfront. Customers are no banks that give out 0% loans. Ask for payment, if you are close to production. That is what lots of small businesses do and there you hear much less complaining about long wait times.

I would like to order a Millenium frame, I have waited items for a long times before. I hear a lot of grumbling from some members of this group. I just want to know from Mary or some members if I show go for it and buy this frame.

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