Hi, I’m Lucy!
Welcome to The Gilded Needle — a cozy corner of the stitching world where beginners can create beautiful needlework that celebrates what they love most.
OUR STORY
By day, I was a nurse, a job that kept me moving and thinking fast. But when I came home and picked up my needle and thread, everything slowed down. Stitch by stitch, a blank canvas becomes something meaningful. That quiet transformation is where I truly unwind.
A few years ago, I began designing custom patterns for customers, their pets, their homes, the little things that made them smile. One design turned into ten… then a hundred… and before long, I had created over 1,000 custom patterns for people who wanted to stitch their own stories.
Through it all, my mom has been right by my side, encouraging me, cheering me on, and helping bring The Gilded Needle to life. What started as my creative outlet quickly became something we shared, and today she plays a special role in the shop alongside me.
That’s when I knew this was more than a hobby.
The Gilded Needle was born in the small town of Loudonville, Ohio, built on the belief that everyone deserves to create something beautiful with their own hands, even if they’ve never stitched before.
What Makes Us Special
You’ll find cross stitch and needlepoint designs that celebrate the things you love most, along with complete kits that include everything you need to get started with confidence. As a small-town LNS, we believe every stitcher matters, and we’re committed to offering personal, encouraging support so you always feel right at home here.
Let's Create Together
Whether you’re picking up a needle for the very first time or returning to a craft you once loved, you belong here.
Every pattern and kit in the shop is thoughtfully designed to help you feel confident from your very first stitch. I believe learning something new should feel calming, creative, and deeply rewarding, not overwhelming.Take your time. Enjoy the process. Watch your canvas come to life, one stitch at a time.
Ready to begin? Browse the patterns and kits and find the one that speaks to you. I can’t wait to see what you create.
Happy stitching,
Lucy
