Alex-Paras NeedleArts offers needlepoint supplies, patterns and information to the needlework community. Needlepoint is also known as canvas work, canvas embroidery, tapestry, petit point and goblein. Alex-Paras NeedleArts is the online shop for Thistle Needleworks, Inc. Thistle Needleworks is a full-service needlework shop in Glastonbury, CT offering a wide range of needlework supplies including exquisite hand-painted canvas art. The 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, educational classes, recent pieces from well known designers, and the vast array of threads, fibers and canvases. Upcoming events and notable people in the community are featured. Some of our beautiful canvases are featured below: 3-D Xmas & Stand Ups, New Village added Angels by Painted Pony, New Angels Brick Covers - NEW! Christmas Stockings & Cuffs Counting Pins, Updated Fish Your Stash $47.50 Mini-Socks Ornaments Thistles 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  © 2008-2009 Thistle Needleworks, Inc.  All rights reserved.