{"product_id":"red-nosed-reindeer-ornament-hand-painted-needlepoint-canvas","title":"Red-Nosed Reindeer Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas | Ruby | Christmas Ornament Collection | SKU: CH-020 (WS)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Little Red Nose. A Lifetime of Christmas Memories.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRed-Nosed Reindeer Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSome Christmas characters never need an introduction. Ruby the Red-Nosed Reindeer Ornament Hand-Painted Needlepoint Canvas captures that familiar holiday magic with a cheerful reindeer portrait, a bright crimson nose, festive holly, and a soft sage scalloped frame that brings timeless charm to the season.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-painted on 18-mesh mono needlepoint canvas, this 5\" × 5\" design pairs warm woodland tones with a clean, balanced composition. Gentle antlers, expressive eyes, and a simple holly sprig create a portrait that feels both classic and contemporary, while the warm woodland browns, festive holly greens, and soft sage frame create a colour palette that feels natural, timeless, and quietly sophisticated.  The close-cropped portrait draws your attention to the reindeer's gentle expression, allowing the smallest details—the bright nose, soft eyes, and holly sprig—to carry the entire story. The gentle symmetry of the portrait, paired with the soft sage frame, creates a design that feels warm, welcoming, and quietly refined despite its playful subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait-style composition keeps every feature beautifully proportioned, allowing the bright red nose to become the natural focal point while maintaining an elegant sense of balance. It celebrates the childlike wonder that quietly returns every Christmas, no matter how many seasons have passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by snowy woodland walks, twinkling Christmas lights, and the quiet excitement of waiting for Christmas morning, this design celebrates the wonder that never quite leaves us, no matter our age. Every stitch creates a future heirloom you'll look forward to displaying year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for stitchers who appreciate timeless Christmas imagery with refined colour and thoughtful composition. Finish it as a ribbon-hung ornament, framed holiday artwork, a festive displayed among evergreen branches, mercury glass, and candlelight as part of a welcoming holiday vignette. or part of a curated Christmas gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCanvas Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-painted directly onto premium mono needlepoint canvas — never printed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMesh Count: 18 mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanvas Size: 9\" × 9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainted Area: 5\" × 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheerful reindeer portrait with bright red nose and holly sprig Sage green scalloped frame with soft striped background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest suited for confident beginners to intermediate stitchers comfortable with portrait-style subjects, decorative borders, and fine 18-mesh detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStitching Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk, wool, or cotton threads all work beautifully on 18-mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReindeer Portrait\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use basketweave with subtle value changes across the face to create gentle dimension while preserving the clean, graphic style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed Nose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padded satin stitch with a strand of blending filament creates a softly rounded highlight that naturally becomes the portrait's focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntler Definition\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eUse directional stitches that follow the natural branching shape to create graceful movement while maintaining crisp, clean edges. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolly Leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternating leaf stitch and Continental stitch create crisp botanical definition without overpowering the portrait.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHolly Berries:\u003c\/strong\u003e French knots or petite seed beads provide subtle texture and festive sparkle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSage Scalloped Frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Work each scallop with consistent stitch direction to reinforce the graceful silhouette and create a polished finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortrait Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the face before stitching the antlers and surrounding frame so the expression remains the clear focal point throughout the project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpressive Details\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStitch the eyes and nose before completing the face. Establishing the reindeer's expression first gives the portrait warmth and personality while guiding the remaining colour transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Ashley Evans Designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Every canvas is hand-painted one colour at a time for clean, precise stitch guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ No printed designs—ever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Exclusively designed originals you won't find anywhere else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Ships across Canada \u0026amp; USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecause every canvas is painted individually by hand, slight variations may occur—and are part of the artistry. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCanvas only. Threads, needles, and finishing materials sold separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashley Evans Designs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47207425933547,"sku":"CH-020","price":41.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/1895\/7803\/files\/ch20.jpg?v=1784240459","url":"https:\/\/www.ashleyevansdesigns.com\/products\/red-nosed-reindeer-ornament-hand-painted-needlepoint-canvas","provider":"Ashley Evans Designs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}