Two Timeless Arts. One Exquisite Creation. Where needlepoint meets the elegance of French Cartonnage.
French Cartonnage is the Art of Crafting Boxes, and other cartonnage pieces, from greyboard sheets, with its origins in the 18th Century. Since 2003 I have been reinventing the artisanal savoir-faire of French Cartonnage in respect of the traditional techniques inherited from the master makers of the 18th Century.
Handcrafted cartonnage designs with a NDLPT Frame© enhance your canvas with refined, fabric-covered finishes. A timeless, professional presentation worthy of your artistry.
Whether you're finishing a cherished heirloom or your latest stitching project, this fusion of French Cartonnage and NDLPT framing offers a uniquely beautiful and professional presentation—one that’s worthy of your time and talent.
Enjoy,
Amsterdam Pop-Up
12-13-14 November 2026
Keizersgracht 349
Discover the exclusive collection by House of NDLPT & Cartonnage featuring the Needlepoint Frame©, stylish needlepoint canvases by Maison Needlepoint, a complete range of accessories, and inspiring open-stitch sessions for every skill level with me and needlepoint instructor Astrid Vangenechten from Maison Needlepoint.
On Sunday November 15th you can book a 4-hour NDLPT Cartonnage Workshop. Fill out the form with the link below.
Love to see you in Amsterdam!
NDLPT Cartonnage Exclusives
For Self-finishing
Discover the NDLPT Cartonnage Exclusives. Preserve your most beautiful needlepoint creation with a beautifully handcrafted NDPLT Cartonnage Keepsake with a NDLPT Frame©. Each piece is crafted using the traditional French cartonnage technique, combining high‑quality materials.
NDLPT Canvases, Threads & Accessories
Coming Soon!
NDLPT CARTONNAGE COURSES
Learn how to craft a Box with Fitted Lid
Featuring the NDLPT Frame©
Discover the timeless art of NDLPT Cartonnage and create elegant keepsakes that beautifully showcase your needlepoint. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, there's a course to suit your style of learning.
Choose from the Live Zoom Course, On-Demand Course, or In-Person Course in my atelier in the Netherlands. Each course teaches the traditional techniques of French Cartonnage while guiding you step by step in creating a handcrafted box featuring the exclusive NDLPT Frame©.
Learn at your own pace, receive personal guidance, and gain the confidence to create beautiful needlepoint keepsakes you'll treasure for years to come.
How to add your Canvas to the NDLPT Frame©
Cut the fusible interfacing at least 1.0” | 2,5 cm larger than your finished blocked needlepoint creation. For example, the size of your canvas to put in the frame is 3.3x6.3” (3x6” visible canvas in frame). Lay the interlining with the coated side facing the reverse side of the fabric. Iron on dry for around 8 seconds. Press the iron down firmly over each section 5–6 times (iron setting: silk|wool). After fixing, lay the piece down flat to cool down for around 30 minutes to allow the bond to stabilize. Cut off the interfacing around the canvas and place it in the frame. Repeat these steps to as many needlepoint creations as you wish to insert into your frame. If you wish to only have one design with this box permanently, you can use a double-sided tape to secure your needlepoint creation inside the frame permanently. Click on the button below to watch the instruction by Amanda from The Finishing Fairy.
Meet Sabrine
I started HOUSE OF CARTONNAGE in 2003, driven by a desire to create, though it took me a while to discover the right path. My journey began when I attended a box-making workshop, learning the art of French Cartonnage.
I’m the creator behind the NDLPTframe© for a needlepoint canvas, and love to create finishing items for your NDLPT canvases. I started NDLPT Cartonnage in 2025 and added that to my business name in 2026: House of NDLPT & Cartonnage.
If you’re passionate about the art of French Cartonnage in combination with needlepoint, you’re in the right place!
