AboutHenry Babcock Expertise I learned needlepoint from my grandmother over 30 years ago. I can answer most questions on the subject. I know about producing needlepoint as well as cleaning, repairing and restoring.
Question I needlepointed an Irish Blessing that is about 30 years old, wool, and it was in the home of two smokers most of that time. The background white stitches have yellowed drastically. Can you tell me the safest way to clean it? Thanks for your help!
Answer Margie,
Sorry to hear about the smoke stains on your needlepoint. Tobacco smoke is very pernicious.
Recently, I found a great source for instructions on cleaning and re-blocking needlepoint. I've been referring people to the instructions, as they are some of the best I have seen:
