Monty Claimed the Good Chair – Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas – PET-420 (WS)

He found the best chair in the house approximately three minutes after moving in, and he has not left it since. Monty is golden, warm, and completely unapologetic about the furniture situation. His paws are draped over the front with the confidence of someone who knows the chair was always meant for him.

Hand-painted on 18-mesh mono canvas, this portrait captures everything that makes a golden retriever irresistible — the honey-toned coat, the soft expressive eyes, the absolute bonelessness of a dog in full relaxation mode. The blue and white striped wingback chair with its delicate floral seat cushion and warm walnut legs is the perfect stage. This is a canvas for anyone who has ever lost a good armchair to a very good dog.

Canvas Details

• Stitch Area: approx. 4.5" × 5"
• Canvas Size: approx. 8.5" × 9"
• Mesh Count: 18
• SKU: PET-420

Stitching Tips

• Warm honey, golden amber, and caramel threads for his coat — layer the tones for depth and that signature golden glow
• Rich chestnut and warm brown threads for the deeper shadows around the face, ears, and paws
• Cream and pale gold for the lighter highlights along his back and chest
• Dark espresso and near-black for the nose, eyes, and outline detail — keep it precise for maximum expressiveness
• Soft white and pale ivory for the eye highlights and any lighter facial markings
• Powder blue and sky blue threads for the chair stripes — keep them smooth and even for a crisp, tailored look
• White or off-white for the alternating chair stripes — a clean contrast that makes the blue pop
• Soft sage green and white for the delicate floral seat cushion — a light touch here keeps it fresh
• Warm walnut and medium brown threads for the chair legs — smooth and polished
• Pale grey or taupe for the chair outline and nailhead detail — subtle but worth the effort

Exclusively designed and hand-painted by Ashley Evans Designs. Ships to Canada and the USA.

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Returns & Refunds

We want you to love your needlepoint from Ashley Evans Designs. Every canvas is hand-painted with care and carefully checked before it ships. Because of the nature of hand-painted needlepoint, all sales are final.

Returns & Exchanges

We’re unable to accept returns or exchanges for reasons such as change of mind, color preference, or sizing. We truly appreciate your understanding and encourage you to reach out with any questions before placing an order—we’re always happy to help.

If Your Canvas Arrives Damaged

While it’s rare, shipping accidents can happen. If your canvas arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery, and we’ll take care of it.

To help us assist you quickly, please include:

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Once reviewed, we’ll gladly offer a replacement (if available) or a refund for the damaged item.

A Note on Hand-Painted Canvases

Because each canvas is hand-painted, small variations in color or brushwork are part of what makes every piece special. Colors may also vary slightly depending on your screen settings.

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