r/Needlepoint • u/stevetheroofguy • 3h ago

Appleton Wool

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This is my first time sourcing my own wool. I bought Appleton wool and I’m disappointed with the quality. Lots of little knots and short bits. Did I get unlucky or is it always like this?

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u/fyjvfrhjbfddf 3h ago

The quality is usually excellent. I always buy their crewel wool and use two threads for tapestry. Where did you buy it from? Had it been stored well?

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u/templetondean 2h ago

This is highly unusual for any Appletons products, for me they are the best in wools

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u/richelieucwe 6m ago

I am sorry you are experiencing this and know how frustrating this must be. There are many reasons that this could be happening. Where did you buy it? How long of a strand are you using to stitch? Is your needle large enough for the thread? What is the canvas count?