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Interested in learning more about the needlearts?

TNNA has developed several helpful booklets designed to introduce and educate the beginning needleartist, as well as a number of  publications for those interested in the business of needlearts.

For the beginner — TNNA's "How To" Books include four handbooks covering the basic techniques used in knitting, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch and embroidery. Recently updated, each booklet is clearly written and illustrated for someone new to the fiber arts.

These books are available ony through TNNA retailers.  Find a local retailer.

 

How To
Knit

 
 

How To
Crochet

 

 

How To
Needlepoint

 

How To
Embroider
Includes
How to Cross-Stitch 

 
 


Interested in starting your own needlearts business?

Many of todays successful needlearts business owners started their companies simply because of a  love to stitch, whether it be knitting or crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch or embroidery. 

If you're considering turning your passion for fiber into a "real" business, Starting Out Right, TNNA's First Edition of the Business Advisory Series (available at no fee for members), is a must.  Available for non-member needlearts trade, this edition discusses the basics of developing a business plan and includes highlighted data from TNNA's Industry Surveys.

Starting Out Right, is available for a fee of $25.  To order, contact TNNA by phone at 800-889-8662.

The Fourth Edition of TNNA's Business Advisory Series, The Specialty NeedleArts Industry — Organization and Opportunities, will be available in 2008.  This edition will also be made available to the non-member needlearts trade for a fee.


Already in business?
TNNA membership offers the professional needleartist a wide variety of business support services, industry information and valuable educational resources designed to help your business succeed.  Interested in joining TNNA?
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Want to know more about the specialty needlearts industry? 
The Executive Summary of TNNA's recent survey "The State of Specialty Needlearts 2007," conducted by Hart Business Research, is available to the public. 
Download here.