I ordered a Millennium frame from Needle Needs back in December, and I am still waiting for it. My understanding is it could take up to six months before it arrives, so I am not overly concerned about the time delay. I did not, however, order the Neccessaire Stand that is often paired with the Millennium frame. At the time, the cost was not justified since it is so pricey. This stand is unique, because there is no clamp to hold your frame. At the end of the arms are pegs, which allows you to simply lay the frame on the arms. When you need to turn the frame to finish off a piece of thread, you simply pick it up and flip it over.
I have a sofa with double recliners, so any stand would need to be adjustable to accommodate my sitting position as I stitch. Because I have a history of blood clots as a result of an accident, I really need to sit with my legs elevated to reduce swelling. When I stitch, I am generally kicked back with my feet up. For small pieces, I can work in hand or with a small frame. But when it comes to larger pieces, I really need a floor stand.
I did a search for needlework stands on Google, browsed through the buying options and spotted a stand on Etsy that was very similar to the Neccessaire. After a few emails with the shop owner, which were answered within hours, I made my purchase. The shop owner, Kevin, advised me to purchase two additional pieces to allow for height and adjustment to accommodate the recliner. And best of all, the entire thing cost me under $100, and that includes the shipping cost from Europe.
The stand came in a very compact, small package, and I had my doubts as to whether it contained everything that I would need, but I was pleasantly surprised. Some parts where pre-assembled, and the rest was fairly simple to put together. There were instructions included for the stand which were simple and clear to understand, but there were no instructions for the additional pieces. My husband and I were able to very quickly figure it out, though. All wing nuts, washers, and bolts are included. It is great that each bolt is in its intended spot, rather than just tossed together in one large bag.
This is the height extender piece, which gives me the additional height needed to reach across the sofa. There is also a special "yoke" that I didn't take a close up photo of, which gives me a bit more adjustability in frame position.
Most of the pieces are drilled with additional holes so it can be adjusted to fit just about any position.
The arms where the frame rests also are adjustable to accommodate any frame size.
There is no finish on the wood, it is a bare pine, but it has been sanded down smooth, so there are no rough areas to cause splinters. Once the weather breaks and I can get outside, I will probably put a finishing stain and a coat of varnish to protect the wood and make it a little prettier to look at in my living room.
So far I am quite pleased with the stand. I can't leave my needlework sitting on it over night, because I haven't worked out the balance issues to keep it from tilting over, but the feet are adjustable and I will play with it later. If I can not resolve this issue, it is not a problem, I will just put my work up each night.
Some of you may be asking where you can buy one. Here is all the information:
The Etsy shop is called Kevscorner. The stand is called ITA Floor Stand, and the link directly to the stand is https://www.etsy.com/listing/201490099/new-ita-cross-stitch-floor-stand-with?ref=shop_home_active_5 You can search for the additional parts if you are interested in purchasing them.
If you have any questions I might be able to answer, just leave me a comment here and I will do my best.
Thanks for reading,
Donna
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