Gros Point

The term Gros Point simply refers to a larger needlepoint stitch, with Petit Point being at the small end or the opposite of Gros (Large) Point.  Being heavier and more durable, it is often used for things like chair seats, where the added strength is needed, but can also be used in a combination with petit point to create a different effect.

Gros Point Stitch

Needlepoint is the general term used for embroidery on canvas, but earlier pieces were worked on coarse fabric, like linen.  When done 20 meshes to the inch, it is called petit point; 14 to 18 to the inch mesh, it is called simply needlepoint;  8 to 12 to the inch mesh, it is called gros point.  For an even larger stitch, as in rug making,  5 and 7 to the inch, is  referred to as large gros point or quick point.

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