How The Leopard Got His Spots - Original

As with all The Fabled Thread kits, storytelling is at the heart of what we do. These kits are no different and depict the ridiculous and wonderful Just So stories by Rudyard Kipling. From the fantastical tale of a naughty crab to the greedy rhinoceros, each cushion has its own story to tell.

Needlepoint stitching is about as simple as sewing can be... it's colouring by numbers using wool instead of paint. With no complicated stiches to learn, this process gives you the opportunity to completely switch off and unwind. Each cushion is accessible to beginners and takes around 2 to 3 months to stitch. Needlepoint cushions are incredibly hardwearing, so you will create a piece to last many lifetimes.

It can be overwhelming knowing where to begin when deciding how to finish your cushion, so we wanted to make this process simpler with a carefully curated range of finishing materials. We stock backing fabrics, tassel kits and a range of piping to make up your cushion.

We work with a seamstress who can make your cushions up for you. If you are in the UK and interested in this option, send an email to studio@thefabledthread.com Or otherwise, if you are a dab hand with a sewing machine, we have a how to video showing you how to do this process.