A fresh approach to needlepoint finishing—rooted in skilled handwork, thoughtful materials and practical craftsmanship. With quicker turnarounds and lower pricing, our aim is to get those beautiful canvases out of your drawers and closets—where they can get the recognition they deserve!
A Special (Private) Invitation from Dottie Mae.
To launch Dottie Mae, I need to expand my portfolio. I am looking for a small group of foundational pieces to feature and would love to see yours! Because space is limited and I want to focus deeply on work from my direct invitees, please keep this link private. For more info - read on!
ABOUT ‘DOTTIE MAE’
As the former owner of a custom drapery and upholstery workroom in Austin, Texas, I spent years fabricating bespoke home decor—from intricate window treatments to elaborate headboards, adhering to the high standards of the Custom Home Furnishings Industry.
When my daughter’s needlepoint projects began piling up due to the high cost and long wait times for professional finishers, I stepped in to help. The process was remarkably familiar, drawing on the essential skill of manipulating fabrics, trims, and layers to secure each element precisely, permanently, and beautifully, in place.
That experience is the foundation of ‘Dottie Mae’—an opportunity to approach finishing a bit differently…
Using professional workroom techniques, my goal is to reduce the time and cost of finishing, without compromise. This will include hand and machine stitching, but also, the same flexible, pH-balanced, non-yellowing adhesives trusted by restoration specialists & high-end workrooms.
In many instances, carefully applied invisible adhesive is not only efficient—it is the superior construction method - which is the best way I know to honor and care for your hard work!
THE FOUNDING COLLECTION … AND YOU
Be part of the beginning!
I’m offering greatly reduced pricing for a limited number of pieces that will become the 'Founding Collection.' As a Contributor, you agree that before-and-after photos of your work can be used on my website, marketing, and social media—(I will always credit both you and the canvas designer). Selections will be based on variety, color, scale, and complexity (I love a challenge!), helping me establish a sustainable pace and pricing for the future.
If you have a stitched canvas just waiting make its debut - I’d love to see it!
FOUNDING CONTRIBUTOR PRICING (limited time) Materials cost + 30% ($25 minimum) - shipping excluded
HOW IT WORKS
step 1. APPLY ONLINE
Submit photos and all the details via the Application form below. I will be in touch within a few days.
step 2. APPROVE THE PLAN
If your canvas is selected for the Founding Collection*, you’ll receive my proposed design details, materials estimate and turnaround time. If you approve, you’ll be asked to make the required $25 minimum payment and ship your piece within 3 days.
step 3. SHOW IT OFF!!
Put that long-awaited piece of art on display, give the gift, stuff that stocking!!
*if a piece of yours is not selected for this inaugural portfolio—I hope you’ll give me a chance to finish it once this inaugural event ends and Dottie Mae opens for real! To entice you, I’d like to offer to move you to the front of the line and extend a 10% discount off the post-launch pricing.
HAVE MORE THAN ONE PIECE?
Please complete a separate form for each piece. You’re welcome to submit as many possibilities as you’d like