{"title":"18 Mesh Canvas — Fine Detail Work","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur 18 mesh canvas is the preferred choice for fine detail work, professional stitching, and hand-painted needlepoint canvases. The tighter mesh allows for intricate designs and precise color transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreferred by professional stitchers and designers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for painted canvases and detailed portraits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with fine wool, silk, and specialty threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for custom monograms and studio-designed pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"18ct-canvases","title":"18 Mesh Mono Needlepoint Canvas — 100% Cotton, 59\" Wide","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Professional Standard for Painted Canvas \u0026amp; Fine Detail Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mesh is where serious needlepoint happens. With 18 holes per inch, this canvas gives you the resolution to stitch realistic portraits, intricate florals, and the kind of fine detail that makes a finished piece look truly professional. It's the canvas of choice for painted canvas designers, LNS shops, and studio stitchers who won't compromise on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I've tried a lot of canvas sources — this is the one I keep coming back to. The mesh is consistent edge to edge, and it blocks beautifully.\" — Studio stitcher, verified buyer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCanvas Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMesh Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 holes per inch (HPI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% pure cotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59\" (150 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono interlock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm \u0026amp; consistent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean selvage, minimal fraying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePaint Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcrylic paint ✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePersian wool (1-ply), silk, DMC cotton floss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality Standards — Every Roll Is Tested For:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Mesh accuracy (consistent HPI across full width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Warp resistance (holds shape after blocking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Paint compatibility (no bleed, no buckling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Thread coverage (no canvas show-through)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Blocking performance (lies flat after wet blocking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Edge stability (selvage holds under tension)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-painted needlepoint canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedlepoint ornaments \u0026amp; holiday pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortraits \u0026amp; intricate florals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEyeglass cases, belts \u0026amp; bookmarks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced counted needlepoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialty thread work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLNS production runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNot Sure Which Mesh Is Right?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/professional-canvas-sample-kit\"\u003eProfessional Canvas Sample Kit ($14.99)\u003c\/a\u003e to test 13 mesh, 18 mesh, and Mono Deluxe side by side before committing to a full roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Studio Orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuying for a needlepoint studio or LNS shop? We supply canvas by the roll with custom cutting available. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wholesale-inquiry\"\u003eRequest trade pricing →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Creative Needlework","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48308630913194,"sku":"CNV-18M-59W-COT","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/5962\/0522\/files\/4d8a4bd56295032701c6060a65ab061c.jpg?v=1779170624"},{"product_id":"18ct","title":"18 Mesh Needlepoint Canvas — Pre-Cut Pieces | 100% Cotton","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReady-to-Stitch 18 Mesh Canvas — No Cutting Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor stitchers who want to get straight to work, our pre-cut 18 mesh canvas pieces are ready to frame and stitch the moment they arrive. Same professional-grade 100% cotton canvas as our full rolls — cut to usable sizes so there's no waste and no measuring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e18 mesh is the professional standard for detailed needlepoint: ornaments, portraits, small accessories, and painted canvas work. If you're working on anything that requires fine detail or realistic shading, this is your canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCanvas Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMesh count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 holes per inch (HPI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% pure cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeave:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mono interlock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-cut pieces in 3 sizes (see variants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, consistent tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean cut edges, minimal fraying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accepts acrylic paint — suitable for hand-painted canvas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Needlepoint ornaments (Christmas, Easter, seasonal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Eyeglass cases and small accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Portraits and realistic imagery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Hand-painted canvas projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Stitchers who want to skip the cutting step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Gift projects and quick finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Trying 18 mesh before committing to a full roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Threads\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersian wool (1-ply)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic choice, excellent coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilk \u0026amp; Ivory\u003c\/strong\u003e — beautiful sheen for special projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDMC cotton floss (2 strands)\u003c\/strong\u003e — crisp, clean finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanet Earth Wool\u003c\/strong\u003e — hand-dyed, rich color depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdyed silk and cotton\u003c\/strong\u003e — for painterly blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTip: Use a #22–24 tapestry needle for best results on 18 mesh.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBlocking Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlocks well with water and rust-proof pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds shape reliably after blocking — minimal distortion on small pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with small stretcher bars and Q-snaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNeed More Canvas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese pre-cut pieces are perfect for individual projects. For studio production, ongoing design work, or wholesale quantities, we offer full rolls and custom-cut yardage. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wholesale\"\u003eView wholesale options →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant to compare canvas types? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/professional-canvas-sample-kit\"\u003eTry our Sample Kit ($14.99)\u003c\/a\u003e — includes 18 mesh alongside 13 mesh and Mono Deluxe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Creative Needlework","offers":[{"title":"8*8 inches","offer_id":48335742927018,"sku":null,"price":2.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11*11 inches","offer_id":48335742959786,"sku":null,"price":3.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14*14 inches","offer_id":48335742992554,"sku":null,"price":4.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/5962\/0522\/files\/30543437793166593.jpg?v=1779284310"}],"url":"https:\/\/creative-needlework.shop\/collections\/18-mesh-canvas.oembed","provider":"Creative needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}