Finished cross stitch projects

There are a number of ways to prepare your finished cross stitch or embroidery for framing. One of the easiest is to use self-stick mounting board, also called press-on board or simply, sticky board. Sticky board is thick cardboard with a high-tack adhesive on one side. It's acid-free so sticky board is safe for all kinds of needlework, and the adhesive is repositionable so it is particularly forgiving and easy to use.

General advice for how and why to wash and iron your cross stitch projects without ruining them! Washing your projects and getting them ready for finishing.

Are you wondering what to do with your finished cross stitch pictures? Read on for 15 interesting ideas - beyond simply framing them.

Stitching on unexpected items is such a fun way to craft. And these ideas for unique embroidery and cross stitch are full of inspiration!

So, you’ve finished a beautiful cross stitch piece and can’t wait to proudly display it but the thought of framing it yourself may feel a little daunting! Here are two easy cross stitch framing techniques that will show off your work in all it’s glory.

Here's how to finish cross stitch in a hoop that only takes a few minutes and adds a nice, neat finish to the back of your project!

Is your cross stitch project turning into a mess? Here are some quick, helpful tips and tricks on how to cross stitch neatly.

Discover the many exciting and unique techniques for finishing cross stitch, including framing cross stitch and finishing the back of your cross stitch.

You're finished stitching, and now you're wondering what to do with your finished embroidery projects. Here are 6 ideas to display them...

In this post, I show you how to make an easy DIY cross stitch banner you can whip up with any finished design. I use my Summer SAL pattern.