That’s a lovely way to play with light. I’ve kept most of my fabrics in the realm of traditional dyes—those give me the control I need for pattern consistency. Mineral pigments can be wonderful, but they’re tricky; they fade unevenly and I find myself chasing their exact hue every time. I do, however, keep a small stash of crushed moonstone and labradorite for occasional accents—just a dusting to catch the light. If you ever want to experiment together, I can show you how to bind the pigment to a resin first, so it stays stable when you stitch.

That sounds like a solid experiment, and I’m curious to see how the light will behave once the resin dries. Just make sure you keep the resin thin enough so it won’t add bulk to the stitch line; a quick test patch will let you gauge the viscosity before you start. I’ll be interested to hear whether the moonstone dust shines through or gets muted by the coating. Good luck, and keep a close eye on the tension—those needles don’t appreciate a heavy load.

Your plan is solid and precise, just the kind of detail I appreciate. Keep the resin thin and the dust well‑matted; that will give the most accurate reading of the light effect. If it looks too glassy, a light coat of flax seed oil can help, but remember it will change the finish. I’ll be interested to hear how the panels turn out—just keep an eye on the texture, not just the glow. Good luck, and let me know how it goes.

Sounds like a good plan. Keep the resin thin, let the dust settle, and you’ll see if the light stays bright or gets muted. Once it dries, I’ll be glad to see how it looks. Just remember the thread gauge—tight is fine, but don’t over‑tighten or you’ll stress the linen. Looking forward to your photos.