Alex-Paras NeedleArts offers needlepoint supplies, exquisite hand-painted canvas art, patterns, finishing and information to the needlework community. We're the online shop for Thistle Needleworks, Inc., a full-service needlework shop in Glastonbury, CT offering a wide range of needlework supplies including cross-stitch and embroidery. Our thread selection is one of the largest in the country. Also offered are needlepoint accessories and tools, Zweigart blank canvas, needlepoint books and patterns, classes, custom stitching, custom canvas painting from your pictures, and finishing services. The needlework community of artists and stitchers can find information here about new artwork, patterns and publications, educational classes, recent pieces from well known designers, and the vast array of threads, fibers, tools, accessories, finishing and canvases. Upcoming events and notable people in the community are featured. Some of our beautiful canvases, tools & accessories are featured below: Easter & Eggs For All Seasons Bags, Glorious Bags! Bracelets, Cuffs & Headbands Geometrics, Quilt & Patchwork Belts, NEW! Drama Dragons, NEW! Leisure, Hobbies, Music & Sports Mini Boxes from Sudberry House Stitch N' Zips Thistle Needleworks, Inc. 1005 Hebron Avenue Glastonbury, CT 06033 (860) 633-8503 (860) 633-1851 fax 800-NDLWRKS (800-635-9757) out-of-state orders only ThisNeedle@aol.com Alex-Paras NeedleArts  © 2008-2010 Thistle Needleworks, Inc.  All rights reserved.