How to Finish Cross Stitch in a Hoop the Easy Way | No Extra Supplies Needed l Optional Felt Backing

[@HaileyStitches]

What is your favorite way to finish your cross stitch project?

[@carlenehall2979]

🤗 I don’t do very large pieces and I don’t have a very large house. Space is limited so I usually make pillows, also easier to store.

[@HaileyStitches]

Pillows are a great idea! Definitely on my to do list!

[@angelacarberry6055]

This tutorial is exactly what I needed, you did a great job thankyou !!

[@erichz628]

Finally finishing a cross stitch i made for my wife and I's first christmas together. This is the perfect solution. And definitely using this for my next projects!

[@ilesbird]

The back of your work is neater than the front of mine! So good! I am finishing my first wee project and am using your method. Thank you for making it clear and easy to follow!

[@HaileyStitches]

Of course! Good luck! I can't wait to see

[@connielee4075]

9:45 PM loved the tutorial on finishing off cross stitch in a hoop ❤

[@stephanieholcomb1036]

I just finished my first cross stitch by using your video. Thank you!!

[@HaileyStitches]

Wonderful!

[@iammrscati]

thank you for this simple tutorial! I've saved this video and reference it every time I need to finish the backing of a project (still a newb, here.). Thank you!

[@HaileyStitches]

You're very welcome!

[@DebraMenken]

What a beautiful way to finish my cross stitch! I used the blanket stitch and LOVE the results! Also, your video was SO easy to follow and YOU have a wonderful camera presence! Thanks SO much!

[@HaileyStitches]

Thank you for the kind words, Debra!

[@samkizzle]

This was so helpful! Just finished off my first cross stitch and it's not great but I understand the process and know how to do it better the next time. I have a set of 11 cross stitches to finish and now that I know how, I guess I can't put it off any longer lol

[@HaileyStitches]

Glad it was helpful! Good luck with your projects! I'm sure they will turn out great :)

[@000MANDA000]

Thank you for this video! This needs more views!

[@HaileyStitches]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@terrihall3247]

Thanks for the tutorial. It was very clear and helpful

[@HaileyStitches]

I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@pameladunsmore8890]

Thank you from me in the UK copied you exactly and happy with the outcome

[@HaileyStitches]

Yay I'm so glad!!

[@mitomom4947]

Thank you, Hailey! This was just what I needed. ❤

[@starrpony]

Thank you for this awesome video! I just finished my cross stitch project with the felt backing and it looks great!

[@HaileyStitches]

Great job! You are so welcome!

[@daydreamstitcher2020]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@HaileyStitches]

Thanks for watching!

[@juel_beany]

Are you supposed to leave the outer ring on when you’re done with your project?

[@kellylr-v7i]

super helpful, thank you!

[@SherryUwood]

Ty for the video; i'm a beginner and didn't know what to do when I was finished with a project, lol. And ty for the beautiful and FREE pattern! Now, how do I get my back as perfect as yours? It's a tangled mess 🤦‍♀️😆

[@HaileyStitches]

Thank you for watching!

[@misselanys1219]

Very nicely done tutorial.

[@kitry7]

Thank you so much for this amazing tutorial! I just had a question, would this work if I’m using a rectangular hoop?

[@HaileyStitches]

I think so! I've never tried it before. But I think the only "problem" would be maybe some bulkiness at the corners. If that happens, you could try cutting a slit at the corners so the material overlaps rather than folding up and bunching to help it lay a little flatter! I'd love to hear how it goes if you do try it out!

[@kitry7]

@@HaileyStitches I hadn’t even thought of that thank you! I’ll make sure to let you know how it turns out!

[@ninakennedy5130]

Do you use stiff felt or just regular felt? Thank you for your video!

[@HaileyStitches]

Regular felt!

[@melissajenkins9960]

Do you wash your canvas? I use Aida but it is always so stiff.

[@HaileyStitches]

I don’t because I like the stiffness but I know a lot of people do!

[@melissajenkins9960]

@@HaileyStitches makes sense! When the fabric is too soft it’s harder to get even stitches. It’s harder to cinch in when finishing it though.

[@deirdreteige1933]

Thanks so much. ❤

[@aqua_266]

great tutorial🤩! What other fabrics can I use instead of felt ?

[@HaileyStitches]

You can use any fabric! A patterned flannel or cotton would be lovely.

[@aqua_266]

Thank you 💗💖

[@Cayenass]

Great tutorial. Thank you!🧵🪡