Needlepoint

Barbara Bush 1991 White House Christmas Tree

During her tenure as first lady, Barbara Bush, a longtime needle-pointer, made the White House home to a colorful variety of needlepoint decorations. The 1991 White House holiday decorations featured 1,200 needlepoint ornaments and 82 needlepoint houses that formed a village. This was my favorite White House Christmas tree.

Volunteers also made ninety-two needlepoint figurines for a miniature Noah’s Ark, carved by members of the White House staff. The New York Times reported that volunteers contributed 150,000 hours of crafting to complete these decorations. The first lady contributed to the theme as well, making some of the ornaments herself.

Needlepoint Icon Ornaments

Needlepoint Bow Icon Ornament

For the ones who know that personality belongs on the tree. These cheeky needlepoint ornaments celebrate your favorite things—whether it's a martini, a slice of pizza, or a passport stamp. Hand-stitched and backed in luxe velvet, they’re festive, funny, and just the right amount of extra.

Needlepoint Ornaments

Furbish Needlepoint Ornaments

 

I love needlepoint. Recently I have posted on Bauble's fabulous needlepoint stockings and cheeky needlepoint pillows at Furbish. 

Furbish has some darling needlepoint ornaments for your Christmas tree. Here are some favorites.