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💕🕊️ - Introducing the LOVE LETTERS Needlepoint Pouch Kit - 🕊️💕
Soft, sweet, and delightfully playful, the Love Letters pouch is perfect for storing love notes, little trinkets, and treats - a charming little companion for your everyday treasures.
Why You'll Love This StitchReady™ Kit:
All the hardworking is done for you with printed pre-sewn pouch
One simple technique that’s easy to learn and incredibly meditative
Perfect weeklong craft activity
Ideal For:
Seasoned crafter wanting a relaxing brain-off experience
A confident beginner not wanting to start too simple
Creating your own handmade pouch ideal for popping it in your bag and taking your bits and bobs wherever you go!
Kit Includes:
Printed pre-stitch canvas pouch
Premium yarn in every colour
Steel sewing needle
Needle threader
Braided zipper pull
QR code for online guide & video tutorials
💕 Pleasenote that while the technique of half stitch is perfect for absolute beginners, this particular kit is a little more intricate than our other pouches. If you are doing half stitch for the first time, and want to start somewhere a little simpler and build your confidence, we recommend looking at one of our square half stitch pouches!
Measurements: 23cm x 16.5cm x 5cm (9in x 6.5in x 1.9in)
What Is Half-Stitch Needlepoint?
What is Half-Stitch?Half-stitch is a form of needlepoint crafting! Needlepoint is a large and varied art form that involves using a needle, thread and canvas to create a design. Chances are you’ve heard of needlepoint crafts like embroidery or cross stitch before.
Why are our kits called Half-Stitch?Our half-stitch kits are a variation of traditional needlepoint, using a lightweight yarn stitched through starched canvas. We’ve named our kits ‘half-stitch’ because of the type of stitch used, a ‘half-cross stitch’! But this sort of needlepoint can also go by other names, such as tapestry or ‘tent’ stitch.
What makes half-stitch so beginner friendly?Our kits are perfect for absolute craft beginners (or those looking for a more satisfying project) because they involve an easy stitch that is repeated to create a detailed design. Our kits are pre-printed so you don’t need to read a pattern, and they are pre-sewn so you can use your pouch straight away.
How are your kits different from traditional needlepoint?The biggest difference between traditional needlepoint and our kits is that we have pre-sewn our designs so that they are functional straight after you’re finished. Classic needlepoint is stitched onto a flat canvas piece, and requires you to ‘finish’ your design in some form in order to use it. We have no shade towards traditional needlepoint - in fact we love it! But it can be daunting for craft newbies or those looking for a more easy-going project, which is why we love to help by sewing the pouch before its in your hands.
What is StitchReady™ ?
StitchReady™ is Craft Club's original finish-it-yourself needlepoint kit — the first of its kind to bring stitching and finishing into one beginner-friendly experience.
Built around a pre-assembled construction with a three-sided zipper, each kit lets you stitch the front panel and then close it into a real, finished object with no sewing machine, no finishing service, and no prior experience required. It's needlepoint redesigned to be lived with, not stored away
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Trending Questions ↗
What is needlecraft?
Needlecraft is a broad term for textile crafts that are handmade using a needle and thread, or yarn. Centuries-old techniques including embroidery, knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, needlepoint, and quilting fall into this category.
What is half stitch?
Half stitch is a simple diagonal stitch that makes up just one leg of a full "X" in cross stitch and tapestry. It's super easy to learn and the perfect gateway into needlecraft.
What is a StitchReady™ kit?
StitchReady™ is Craft Club's original finish-it-yourself needlepoint kit — the first of its kind to bring stitching and finishing into one beginner-friendly experience.
Built around a pre-assembled construction with a three-sided zipper, each kit lets you stitch the front panel and then close it into a real, finished object with no sewing machine, no finishing service, and no prior experience required. It's needlepoint redesigned to be lived with, not stored away.
What is the benefit of crafting?
Over 70% of Craft Club customers in March 2026 said crafting benefits them as a way to relax and to have a creative outlet. There is a deep wellness theme across responses, as customers have used craft to manage anxiety, ADHD, and stress.
Is there another name for half stitch?
Yes, half stitch is also referred to as tent stitch, half throw and half cross stitch. We refer to it as half stitch because the impression is as clear as the technique.
Are there guides included?
Yes, video and written guides are included in our kits. We want to make crafting as enjoyable as possible, so there's no way we'll leave you hanging!
Is half stitch the same as needlepoint?
No, half stitch is not the same as needlepoint. While needlepoint is a category of craft, half stitch is a technique. We have named it as a category so that our customers know exactly what to expect.
Is half stitch hard?
Absolutely not! Half stitch is an incredibly simple technique that is perfect for beginners looking for a new hobby and seasoned crafters looking for a relaxing project.
Can I complete this kit screen-free?
Absolutely! Our half stitch kits not only have the pattern printed on the pouch, but a paper pattern is included to refer to. While we do have handy video tutorials and guides, it's totally up to you whether you utilise them or just refer to the written instructions.
Are needle threaders necessary?
Needle threaders are not strictly necessary for half stitch, but are incredibly useful. Yarn used for half stitch is thicker than embroidery floss and tougher to thread only with your fingers. Needle threaders significantly reduce this difficulty and get you working on your project faster!
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 24 reviews.
Great pouch (needs improvements)
This is my first time half stitching. I cross-stitched as a kid but it’s been many years. A couple of things to note; website describes their pouch projects as 4-7 hours, this is going to take about 10+ hours even for someone with experience (it took me well over 25 hours). Now the pouch itself: very cute design and very happy it came with everything you need to make it. However, the design does NOT match the instructions. The printing is off. So you will need to decide which pattern you are going to follow. Also, once completed I noticed the zipper sticks ever so slightly, which feels like a quality control issue. Overall I still gave it a 4 star because the end result was very cute but it needs some improvements before I’d give it 5.
Store owner replied:
Hey Laura,
Thanks so much for your review!!
We've worked hard on looking into the pattern issue of Love Letters not matching up, and I'm happy to say we've got an updated pattern ready to go!
We have also updated the time projection to better reflect people's experiences
~ Alanya
Chart is way off
I really wanted to love this pouch because the product picture is so cute and I really enjoyed stitching the Goose pouch. However, the chart provided does not line up with the print on the pouch. I’ve been fudging my way through, but it just hasn’t been fun to work on. I also ran out of red before I could finish all the red sections which just made me more frustrated.
Definitely skip this one if you’ve never done half stitch before. One of the small pouch kits would be a better option.
Store owner replied:
Hey Morgan, thanks so much for your feedback and review! We are aware of the discrepancies between the latest batch of the Love Letters kit and the pattern. We've worked hard to rework the pattern to fit this batch of pouches. I'll send it through to you now!
Also, so sorry to hear you've run out of red yarn! If you email this through to our support team, we can get some extras sent out to you!
Thanks
~ Alanya
Perfect for a beginner!
I’m having so much fun with this kit. I’m very much a beginner and wanted something with simple instructions to get me started. This kit is perfect. Between the videos and the printed guides, I am able to follow along easily. And even with some mistakes I’ve made, the thread and pattern are very forgiving. I already ordered more half stitch kits because I know I’ll want to keep going! I still have a good bit to finish but included a photo of my current status.
Love this letter pouch kit. Happy colours and just the right size to keep envelopes and cards in, to use as a letter writing kit or greeting card holder. The pouch could be used for lots of different things, let your imagination go wild. These kits have been great to get me off my phone and doing something more relaxing and with a feeling of achievement. The kits have everything you need and with easy to follow instructions.
I haven't finished it yet but having a great time working on it so far! The only issue I've run into is that if I follow the paper pattern instead of relying on the printed material, I run out of room at the edges, but I just redesigned a few things myself and made it work.
Harder than other, but worth it!
I absolutely loved this half-stitch! Its probably the hardest one to do as the pattern is more finnicky, but it's so worth it! I would highly recommend it once you have completed one of the other half-stitches, like the Duck Duck Goose or Highland Cow.
I truly love that all the materials pack up inside the pouch itself - so its the perfect craft for on-the-go!
I have already ordered more!
Bad print
I mainly do cross stich; however, I saw this zip n stich and thought it would be cute to do while traveling. The printing on this bag though is so off! I followed the guide most of the time for accuracy but that then defeats the whole "needlepoint" concept if you wanted to stich and not have to look at the pattern. Overall love the pattern, quality control is just lacking especially as the thread isn't the best either.
Store owner replied:
Hey Shelby! Thanks so much for your feedback and review!
We've actually been working on this in the back end and have now updated the pattern!
If you send us an email, we can get that new version sent across to you!!
~ Alanya
Cute but inaccurate
Don't get me wrong this is a cute craft BUT it's definitely not for a beginner and it definitely requires some guess work and decision making.
The stitch itself is definitely beginner friendly however DO NOT trust the pattern.
The included pattern is 135x100 stitches. The pouch itself is 120x90 so if you follow the included pattern you're screwed.
No worries, just follow the printed pattern on the pouch, right? Wrong. It's printed off centre of the lines so at some point you have to refer to the included pattern to see where it's meant to go. Even then you also need to remember or refer back to what you changed because the left and right sides are a mirror image of each other. Don't want a wonky pattern? Want it all to fit? Better remember what you did!
I know they say it's 'super forgiving' if you make a mistake but it honestly feels like a way of saying 'don't worry that it's wrong, buy our craft anyway!'
If you are prepared to have a bit of guess work and to spend time undoing and redoing things then sure this might be the craft for you.
If you're looking for a relaxing mindfulness activity or have never tried any crafting/pattern work before - this is definitely not it.
Store owner replied:
Hey Mallory! Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention! We've worked hard and have now updated the pattern to better reflect this most recent batch of Love Letters!
~ Alanya
Quality? Control
I am pleasantly surprised with the quality of the canvas, the art lines up for stitching and the way the canvas is attached to the canvas and the durability of the canvas is top notch.
Now for the question mark. The zipper is pretty janky and probably won’t hold up for long. The thread/yarn is among the most nasty things I’ve ever felt in my life. What is that made of? It immediately went into the trash!
Overall the price ($45) is fair. Do not include the stitching material (I don’t know what to call it). You are doing your reputation and your product a disservice.
Store owner replied:
Hey Tracy, thanks for your feedback and review!
We've extensively tested the zippers since our first release in 2025 to ensure they're the best they can be, and we haven't had any issues with them breaking!
We’ve also found our yarn to be the best quality for the canvas size and price-point for crafting beginners, but we’re always open to new improvements. We’d love to learn from your experience, if you're willing to share what yarn you used instead!
~ Alanya
So cute !!
Love this bag!! It’s good size!! Perfect for holding supplies but a little thin so can’t put a lot in. Regardless super fun project
Cute but not great quality
I was so excited to get this kit when the birthday sale came around! I've done cross stitch before, but this is my first half stitch pouch. I had a lot of trouble with this kit, though. The printed pattern on the pouch did not match the design pattern sheet that came with it. The designs were also uneven -- things that should match, like the birds and the flowers, were different sizes or didn't line up right. For instance, one set of flowers was way too close to the bottom of the pouch, and the other side was way too close to the top, so it was hard to stitch. I also had some issues with the thread; the bright pink thread kept fraying and was hard to use, though most other colours were okay.
I wanted to love this so much, and it is super cute and a great size, though not sure if I would buy this again :(
Store owner replied:
Hi Sam, thank you so much for sharing your experience, and we’re really sorry to hear this wasn’t the smooth and enjoyable project you were hoping for 😔
We truly appreciate you calling this out so we can double check the design and production on our end. The design is hand-drawn, so there are intentionally small differences between each side, but it should still match the paper pattern closely, so we’d definitely like to look into what may have gone wrong here.
We’d love if you could reach out to us via email with a few photos of your pouch so we can take a closer look and file a report with our team. This really helps us improve and prevent this from happening again.
For future reference, with a bit of pre-counting and planning your stitches in sections, it’s usually still possible to complete the design even with small variations, but we completely understand how frustrating that can feel, especially for your first half stitch project. You can always reach out to us anytime you’re unsure, we’re more than happy to help, and can even create a custom video guide to walk you through tricky parts 💛
We’re really grateful you gave our kit a try and for your honest feedback, it means a lot to us and helps us do better.
~Grace🪻
Printed AWFUL
Not beginner friendly because it is a guessing game. Low quality canvas that breaks and lays weird. Overall good colors and good thread but will not buy again.
Store owner replied:
Hi Kayce! Thank you for your feedback! We’re sorry to hear that your experience with the kit wasn’t as smooth as we’d like. Our kits are hand-printed, so sometimes the canvas may need extra attention when following the pattern, but careful counting usually helps achieve a great result. We really appreciate your comments and will keep them in mind as we continue to improve our kits. 💛
~Grace 🪻
So simple and SO CUTE
I was not aware pre-finished kits were available and this one is GREAT! The colors are vibrant. The instructions are very easy to follow and the finished product is just so cute! It’s also very affordable and shipped quickly!
Beautiful kit, very enjoyable
I ordered this kit because I wanted to try my hand at tapestry. It was such a hit! It includes everything that you need to do a beautiful needlepoint pouch. The design is just like on the website and I’ve had a wonderful time doing it.
Great, affordable option
While the thread gets a little snagged sometimes and doesn't glide smoothly through the holes, it is overall a good product. I just got into needlepoint, and this is incredibly more affordable than finishing a canvas into a pouch.
The product has a very strong odor from the dye, im assuming. Id hoped it woild lessen but i just kept sneezing from the chemical smell. Im not sure what fiber was sent, definately not yarn or any DMC type that i expected. I bought because the pattern is very sweet. The print is at least two maybe three spots off, very difficult to follow. I would say this is kitted for a 10-12 year old. Not of good quality, maybe a 10 year old would enjoy and feel satisfied. I give this two stars because the pattern is very cute.
Store owner replied:
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that your kit wasn’t exactly what you expected. Our yarns are acrylic and designed to be very close to DMC, but we’d love to double-check your kit to make sure everything is as it should be.
If you could send us an email with a photo of your kit, our product experts can take a closer look and help improve things. Your feedback is really appreciated, and we want to make sure your experience is as enjoyable as possible. 💛
~Grace 🪻
