Royal Canvas is a mono canvas: one cotton thread each way and a firm sizing that keeps the mesh square and the holes open, so stitches are easy to count and to place. It is made for needlepoint, where the stitching covers the whole surface – cushions, chair seats, bags, framed pieces, boxes and small accessories.
Work it with tapestry wool, pearl cotton or several strands of stranded cotton; the thread should fill each mesh without the canvas showing through, so stitch a small trial first. A size 20 or 22 tapestry needle and a scroll frame help keep the tension even. Bind the edges with masking tape and leave at least 5 cm of margin around the design for blocking and making up.