Some Usual and Unusual Finishing Ideas
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Some Usual and Unusual Finishing Ideas
If you don't mind we would like to keep this thread just a place for pictures that will help stitchers get an idea of how to finish off there projects. If you would like to comment please do so inthe General Section. Thank you!!!!
Picture Heavy
Pillows:
Coasters (for everyday use or for holidays)
Potholders (for everyday or for holiday gifting)
Hand Towels
Candy/Cookie/ Candle Jars
Picture Heavy
Pillows:
Coasters (for everyday use or for holidays)
Potholders (for everyday or for holiday gifting)
Hand Towels
Candy/Cookie/ Candle Jars
If you are looking for some one to help change you, look in the mirror
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Dana
WIPs
HAEDS
Lovers, Christmas Fairy, Goblins Fae Guide, Autumn Pears, Ride the Wind, Chimera Black Rose, Surfers Dream, Witching Hour, QS Nostlagy, Lg Treasure Hunt Bookshelf, Owen
Chatelaine
Konstantinople Hamam, Serengeti, Alpine Seasons
WIPs
HAEDS
Lovers, Christmas Fairy, Goblins Fae Guide, Autumn Pears, Ride the Wind, Chimera Black Rose, Surfers Dream, Witching Hour, QS Nostlagy, Lg Treasure Hunt Bookshelf, Owen
Chatelaine
Konstantinople Hamam, Serengeti, Alpine Seasons
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Christmas Ornaments (on regular fabric or on plastic canvas)
Flatfolds
ATC Cards
Gift Cards
Hanging Banners
Flatfolds
ATC Cards
Gift Cards
Hanging Banners
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Seat Cover ( the finish on this one was professionally done, I took it to a car
upholstery shop)
The seat cover is the back seat of this car
Pillowcases
Table Toppers
Pre-Made Bags using waste canvas (everyday use or holiday gifts)
Bags made from Stitched Fabric
upholstery shop)
The seat cover is the back seat of this car
Pillowcases
Table Toppers
Pre-Made Bags using waste canvas (everyday use or holiday gifts)
Bags made from Stitched Fabric
If you are looking for some one to help change you, look in the mirror
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Napkins
Christmas Tree Skirt
Wine Bottle Aprons
Basket Decorations ( I made this for my daughters fiance last Christmas. I attached it to a basket and it is in his bathroom to hold reading materials)
Needle Case
Christmas Tree Skirt
Wine Bottle Aprons
Basket Decorations ( I made this for my daughters fiance last Christmas. I attached it to a basket and it is in his bathroom to hold reading materials)
Needle Case
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Bookmarks (this one is a pre-finished bookmark)
Binder Books ( you can also make photo albums or decorate school binders or binders for work) For these I chose the binder that has the pocket on the front but I think you could also find a way to decorate the non-pocketed type.
Calender ( This is just one option I used to make a calendar) I stitched 3 months per cloth, Then I covered the back with felt, I used cloth binding to finish the edges. I then used metal grommets to punch holes in the top of the cloth. I then attached the fabric to a clip board I bought and covered with a pretty cloth.
Trivet/Hot Plate You can buy these online or at most stitching stores then just add your work and secure the backing. They make great useful gifts.
Binder Books ( you can also make photo albums or decorate school binders or binders for work) For these I chose the binder that has the pocket on the front but I think you could also find a way to decorate the non-pocketed type.
Calender ( This is just one option I used to make a calendar) I stitched 3 months per cloth, Then I covered the back with felt, I used cloth binding to finish the edges. I then used metal grommets to punch holes in the top of the cloth. I then attached the fabric to a clip board I bought and covered with a pretty cloth.
Trivet/Hot Plate You can buy these online or at most stitching stores then just add your work and secure the backing. They make great useful gifts.
If you are looking for some one to help change you, look in the mirror
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Sorry about the picture heaviness
Small decorative pillow finish
Box top finish
Biscornu with button
Mini biscornu scissor fob
Biscornu wih with no button
Bookmark
Wall hanging organizer
Flatfold ornament
Scissor fob
Floss tag
Large cushion
Sleeve for mirror
Stitched bag using waste canvas
Initialized riding gloves
Felt backed bookmark
Small decorative pillow finish
Box top finish
Biscornu with button
Mini biscornu scissor fob
Biscornu wih with no button
Bookmark
Wall hanging organizer
Flatfold ornament
Scissor fob
Floss tag
Large cushion
Sleeve for mirror
Stitched bag using waste canvas
Initialized riding gloves
Felt backed bookmark
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Brooch:
Dolls' house furniture:
Needlebooks:
Christmas tree ornaments:
Pincushion:
Scented sachet:
Fabric frame:
Dolls' house furniture:
Needlebooks:
Christmas tree ornaments:
Pincushion:
Scented sachet:
Fabric frame:
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Visit Mabel's Fancies at www.mabelfigworthy.co.uk
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
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Last edited by Mabel Figworthy on Wed Jul 18, 2012 12:47 pm, edited 2 times in total.
Visit Mabel's Fancies at www.mabelfigworthy.co.uk
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
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Visit Mabel's Fancies at www.mabelfigworthy.co.uk
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
WIPs
Elizabethan Beauty, RSN Certificate & Online
Waiting
Soli Deo Gloria, Mechthild, bling unicorn, goldwork & silk shading kits
Flights of Fancy (blog)
Mabel's FB page
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Alphabet (plastic canvas, backed by foam) - 'teaching tool'
Number sticks - another 'teaching tool'
Decorative sticks (plants, birthday cake, etc.)
Number sticks - another 'teaching tool'
Decorative sticks (plants, birthday cake, etc.)
Wandatoo
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
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Christmas ornaments
Bookmarks
Bookmarks
Wandatoo
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
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Just posted these in Mini-Projects and Rose suggested I add them here too.
Door Knob Hangers - precut heavy foam, found in the Dollar Store
Door Knob Hangers - precut heavy foam, found in the Dollar Store
Wandatoo
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
"Dogs come when they're called. Cats take a message and get back to you."
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Like many of you I enjoy cross stitching bookmarks. They are quick, portable projects and always appreciated by those who are fortunate enough to receive one. My favorite finishing technique is to cross stitch my own purchased lace onto the bookmark. This allows me to choose the finished size of the bookmark as well as draw out a particular color of my choice in the pattern. It is also much less expensive than prefinished bookmarks, which are becoming more difficult to find.
The lace needed to complete a bookmark is generally a narrow width - 3/4" to 1" works best - that has a ladder edging that allows for attaching to the bookmark with cross stitches. Turn the lace on itself and and change its direction when you come to a corner. Although my picture does not show much variety, you can use whatever color of lace you like and attach with a variety of stitching patterns. An embellishment of ribbons etc can be added if desired where the lace begins and ends. In the samples below I have simply folded the lace over for the last few stitches for a flat finish.
The technique is not at all difficult and adds only about 45 minutes of finishing time.
The lace needed to complete a bookmark is generally a narrow width - 3/4" to 1" works best - that has a ladder edging that allows for attaching to the bookmark with cross stitches. Turn the lace on itself and and change its direction when you come to a corner. Although my picture does not show much variety, you can use whatever color of lace you like and attach with a variety of stitching patterns. An embellishment of ribbons etc can be added if desired where the lace begins and ends. In the samples below I have simply folded the lace over for the last few stitches for a flat finish.
The technique is not at all difficult and adds only about 45 minutes of finishing time.
Linda
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I love seeing everyone's finishes. Some images don't show up though for some reason. I can't even see my own images. Can anyone help?
Here are some of mine (hope this works):
Hot Pads:
Chrismons (Christian ornaments):
Little wall hanging:
Ornaments with quilted background:
Small Quilted wall hanging:
Quilted wall hanging:
More quilted wall hangings:
Here are some of mine (hope this works):
Hot Pads:
Chrismons (Christian ornaments):
Little wall hanging:
Ornaments with quilted background:
Small Quilted wall hanging:
Quilted wall hanging:
More quilted wall hangings:
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Here is a little card I made fro my friend. The word "friend" was supposed o go inside but there was no space so I put it inside. This was the first card I ever made.
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I made a fridge magnet.
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At my age, 'Happy Hour' is a nap.
Stop by my web site for free charts,
My Cross Stitch Stuff
Also;
Rick's Recipes for Singles
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I've made quite a bit of cross stitch jewellery, such as this pendant
earrings
Hairclips
and rings!
earrings
Hairclips
and rings!
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For those of you -- like me -- who need a helping... or is that a holding? ... hand when it comes to finishing, Mary Corbett over at Needle 'n Thread has just published an e-book, Lavender Honey & Other LIttle Things. It looks wonderful, and isn't just for free-style or surface embroiderers. I'm sure all her finishing techniques are applicable to cross stitching projects of a similar nature. Check it out: http://www.needlenthread.com/2013/07/la ... more-22831" target="_blank