Welcome to Three Palms Needlework!

My name is Carrie Leitzman, and I have enjoyed needlework for over forty years. Thankfully, when I was a teenager, our neighbor had the time and patience to teach me how to needlepoint. Thank you, Stevie Keith, for starting me on my needlepoint path—I am forever grateful!

Over the years, I have enjoyed taking classes from esteemed teachers like Laura Taylor, Tony Minieri, Susan Portra, Connie Camp, and Carolyn Hedge Baird. Each instructor has provided a wealth of knowledge on decorative stitches and threads, shaping my stitching personality into what I fondly call "needleart."

Then, along came Julie Pischke Designs and a fabulous trip to Key West. Meeting Julie in person was a delight and a turning point in my needlework journey. Her insights on color, design, and the "why" of stitching were enlightening. The idea of stitching in hand, using both basketweave and continental techniques, with different threads to create my own personal pieces, was truly empowering.

In May of 2023, my husband Jason and I were blessed to purchase Julie Pischke Designs. What began as a showroom for Julie's creations has evolved into the realization of our dream: opening our very own needlepoint store, located just minutes off I-75 on the Gulf Coast of Florida.

Three Palms is a needlepoint shop where old Florida classic charm meets modern coastal designs. Explore our curated collection of canvases, threads, and accessories, and join us in celebrating the art of needlework.