Use more strands of cotton than you would on fabric for thicker coverage. (If using a pattern designed for fabric recommends 2 strands then use 3) alternatively double knit wool can be used - this will give a very chunky look.

Use a size 18 blunt ended tapestry needle.

Plastic canvas only supports whole stitches and back stitch.

If your chosen design has only a few fractional stitches in it, turn them into whole stitches.

Cut out the completed design one row away from the edge, carefully snipping off any rough bits of plastic for a smooth finish.

For a neater finish overcast all round the raw edges using either black thread or a thread to match the colour of the plastic canvas.

Over casting should be done with a thicker yarn again to ensure good coverage.

When using plastic canvas to make hanging decorations/mobiles use symmetrical shapes and stick two together back to back using a clear glue with a piece of ribbon or string glued into the middle for hanging.