Bargello Needlepoint: Popular In The 1970s Is Back As A Needlecraft Hobby

Bargello Needlepoint Is Back As A Hobby

I spotted this Bargello needlepoint pillow recently at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT and remembered how this very old form of needlecraft was quite the craze in the 70s. Today everyone seems to be doodling or coloring for relaxation. In the 70s, we all were doing Bargello, a colorful series of patterns with geometric or abstract motif. You can find many finished and partially finished vintage Bargello pillows and accessories on Etsy.com, eBay and other online sites.  There are also many shops, books and websites to purchase Bargello kits and supplies. For more info: http://www.needlework-tips-and-techniques.com/bargello.html

C. Dianne Zweig is the author of Hot Kitchen & Home Collectibles of the 30s, 40s, 50s and Hot Cottage Collectibles for Vintage Style Homes. She is also the Editor of I Antique Online an actively growing internet based resource community for people who buy, sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. You can find Dianne’s fabulous retro and vintage kitchen, home and cottage collectibles at The Collinsville Antiques Company of New Hartford, CT, a 22,000 feet antique emporium with an in-house retro café. To read more articles by C. Dianne Zweig click on this link: C. Dianne Zweig’s Blog Kitsch ‘n Stuff Email me at dianne@cdiannezweig.com Visit my website, CDianneZweig.com Dianne is a member of: The American Society of Journalists and Authors The Society of Professional Journalists