How to finish a cross stitch pieces into a round or oval ornament

[@ashlewhy]

Just wanted to say that this video is still so helpful 5 years later! One of the best tutorials I could find for finishing my projects. Thank you so much!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Glad it helped

[@thatwolfboy2898]

Agreed! I'm not making an ornament but I just wanted some other way to finish my cross stitch that didn't take a hoop or picture frame. This worked perfectly! However, I did have to hot glue the aida cloth onto the board because it was just too stiff, I couldn't pull tight enough to keep it wrapped. It ended up really nice though, so thank you!

[@erinlane2863]

Thank you for showing me how to make ornaments without hot glue. I am making ornaments as gifts for my family this year and will be using your method. Also, I’m from the south and don’t hear accents like yours that often. Your voice is very soothing to me.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Thank you. Glad I can help. Have fun finishing your pieces.🌻

[@storydale]

I definitely chose the right video on finishing cross-stitch ornaments today. Love the basting and lacing technique. I never would have thought of this. THANKS!!

[@lesliemcconnell2545]

WOW! Glad I found this video as I will use it to finish my needlepoint ornaments! I've watched several videos and find this is the easiest to follow. Thanks!

[@thistlestitcher232]

OK Cindy. I have a dozen or more ornaments in my completed pile that need finishing so I will be watching your video here a few more times to get it right! Thank you for your easy tutorial! I hope I can make my ornaments as nice as yours! Wish me luck...!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Kim Johnson you will be amazed how easy. Take your time.. practice makes perfect. Happy stitching🌻

[@patriciamillar5496]

I’m making a hummingbird cross stitch wall. I was going to use embroidery hoops to hang them but now I think I’ll do them like this. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Have fun with your project🌻

[@karynverdecchia9095]

Hi Cindy, I, like many of your commenting subscribers have a pile of completed projects woefully waiting to be finished. I’ve never seen any samples completed with batting and your completed ornaments are what I would call, “truly lovelys”! I cannot wait to rescue my projects and begin again. Many thanks.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

I am Glad this helped you🌻✨️

[@katherinestrout3640]

This was a very helpful tutorial. Thank you.

[@leaphigh7889]

Thank you - I am going to binge all of your videos. I have glued and sewed, and I like the sewing better. One takes as much time as the other, and the finish is better with the sewing.

[@smartneedlecrafts9211]

Soooo beautiful cross stitch,awesome work,you are amazing, thanks for sharing,wait for your visit♥️💜💚

[@theresamorgan1033]

You are they type of person a quilter/ crafter dreams living close to.... Another beautiful project....

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Thank you. I wish crafters lived closer to me.🌻

[@lamoredave3230]

Hello Theresa

[@myrnajones4512]

Thanks for sharing your tip of lacing your orienment. Looks easier than what I have been doing. The stitched pieces were cute to. Thanks again for sharing.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Myrna Jones you are welcome. I hope it helps you.

[@joanneobergfell7935]

Loved this tutorial. Thank you for showing how you finish your small stitching.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Joanne Obergfell thank you. I hope it helps.

[@homesteadingonthehomefront]

You read my mind! I was just thinking that I needed to search out a tutorial for rounds now that I have the hang of rectangles! Thank you so much for this!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Homesteading on the Homefront you are welcome. You will love it. I am sure little one will be doing it also.. have a great week. 🌻🌻🌻

[@porzellanmonsterchen]

What a wonderful video, thank you so much for taking the time and making it! ❤ I've searched so long for an instructional video on how to make ornaments like this. And may I add that I absolutely love your calm way of explaining and your lovely accent?

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Thank you. It is a New York accent🌻

[@barbarastrahan1688]

Thank you. I needed this information. I just finished my first ornament. I had no idea how this was done. I always enjoy your videos.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Barbara Strahan you are welcome. Glad it helped. Woohoo, your first ornament.

[@merzadona5145]

thank you ... for sharing , have a great week happy stitching 😊

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

merz adona you are welcome. Happy stitching 🌻

[@snailmailstudio]

Very cool Cindy! I am definitely going to try this. Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Glad you enjoyed it 🌻

[@julietippie3623]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!! I'm am one of those people who doesn't like the gluing method. I'm get it all over my fingers & on my stitched piece. So this was incredibly helpful Cindy. It think I'll give finishing another try.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Julie Tippie you are welcome. Just take your time. You will be amazed. Happy stitching.

[@carolbeland48]

Thanks for taking the time to show us this nice finishing technique!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Carol Beland you are welcome Carol have a great weekend.

[@lamoredave3230]

Hi Carol

[@smartneedlecrafts9211]

Very beautiful cross stitch finish, thanks for sharing it my friend 🌸💐💕💕💕

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

❤

[@helenisenberg6789]

Great video. When I’m ready to finish I’m going to give your method a try. Thank you so much.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Helen Isenberg thank you. I am sure you will find it easy.

[@mayolson2]

This is superior to what I have tried! Thank you.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

May Stewart Olson you are welcome🌻

[@amypink1111]

wonderful tutorial! I have seen this shown in pictures on a blog but walking through on a video is even better. Thanks again and much love, amy

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Amy Pinkelman you can give more details in a video. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@nancytoupin2190]

Very helpful tutorial! I’m hoping to finish some of my ornaments I’m making using this process.

[@kathynewhart471]

I am new at cross stitching and really found this video very helpful...thx for sharing...

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Kathy Newhart I hope it helps. Welcome to cross stitch.

[@lynnbencic3089]

Cindy, thank you for the amazing finishing video!! I wondered how you got your pieces so nice. I will definitely be trying this ! Thanks again!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Lynn Bencic you are welcome. It's easy once you do it a couple of times.

[@jagger8]

Thanks for doing this Cindy. Very helpful.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

jagger8 you are welcome🌻

[@donnahoffman1905]

Thank you so much for this video! I have been looking for more creative ways to finish my cross stitch projects other than the traditional, pricey matting and frame method.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

I am glad the video helped you🌻

[@tinageorge8759]

I just found your tutorial and I wanted to say thank you so much!!!!! 💚

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Glad it helped🌼🌻

[@morgansusan]

Thanks! Just finished stitching a bunch of ornaments needing a round/oval finish so this is very timely.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

mimi_b I hope it was helpful, it's pretty easy once you have do e it a couple of times. Have fun finishing

[@pglavin7691]

Appreciate this!

[@meondarocks]

Excellent!

[@kathiekase]

It will really help with the many ornaments I have on deck to finish...hopefully by Christmas. Thank you!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

You are welcome 🌻

[@l.m.o.8948]

The idea of the cardboard saves you buying embroidery hoops, perfect. 🇨🇦

[@LittleYellowHouseCrafts]

Thank you for showing this!! Much easier than I was imagining. 🙌🏻

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Little Yellow House Crafts you are welcome. It's pretty easy once you have done it. 🌻

[@lorieallen9791]

THANK YOU for sharing this wonderful tutorial! I have a stack of smalls that would be lovely with this technique. I've just been too chicken to try without seeing how it was actually done! Beautiful work as always. 😊

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Lorie Allen awesome. Glad you like the video. Take your time, after you do it a couple of times it's easy. 🌻

[@Janetl62]

Thank you Cindy. It was a great tutorial.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Janet Coker/aneedleintime your are welcome. Happy stitchjng.

[@xstchkat2990]

Great video and thanks so much for taking your time to show how you finish your round ornaments!! Your work is just beautiful.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

xstchkat thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the video.

[@vipajoclto]

Thank you for showing us how to make beautiful ornaments! You do an amazing work!👌

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

vipajoclto t thank you. Glad it helped🌻

[@farmgirldrygoods]

Wow. Beautiful finishing Cindy!! For sure I'll be using this to finish some ornaments!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

farm girl thank you. Its super easy once you do it a couple of times. Based upon your project bags, you will have no problem doing these.. stay warm. 🌻

[@maryohs]

Cindy, thank you so much for posting this video. I learned something new and I am so excited to try this. I have been stitching for a lot of years, but I have never known a good way to finish my ornaments. I just finished stitching a Christmas cardinal, and i was going to glue felt on the back. I am going to give this method a try. You made my day!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Mary Ohs its easy. take your time. Practice makes perfect. Would love to hear how it came out. Happy stitching.

[@daviskathi1233]

Very good tutorial Cindy,thank you.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Davis Kathi you are welcome 🌻

[@melyellystitches]

Great video my friend!!!!!! The star ornament is absolutely gorgeous! Your tutorial was so clear, thank you!!!! 🌻🌻🌻

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

MelyEllyStitches thank you. I hope this gives you ideas. 😆

[@melyellystitches]

Cindys cross stitch it sure does!!!!🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@BuckeyeCrossStitcher]

Cindy, I have 4 FO's sitting at home waiting for me to finish them. Watching your tutorials today makes me want to fully finish all the things this weekend! Have a good one!

[@lamoredave3230]

Hello

[@julesstitching_in_dairylan3052]

Thank you for the GREAT tutorial!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Jules Stitching_in_dairyland your are welcome. Happy stitching.

[@amandaevans6013]

This was super helpful and I can't wait to try it out.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Amanda Evans glad you liked it.

[@MarleneBush]

Cindy this was a great tutorial...thank you. I have a piece right now I want to do this way. Blessings, Marlene

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

stitchinbythelake thank you. You will have to show what you finished. Huggs

[@joyceclowser4071]

Great video!!

[@janiceharrell2109]

Turned out great! Thank you for sharing!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Janice Harrell thank you. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@janeblazer8034]

THANK YOU! Great demo. Will be adding this to my collection of tutorials.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Your are welcome 🌻

[@those_eyes]

You are a great teacher. Very thorough! Thank you!

[@donnamay8368]

Great video! Thank you so much for sharing, I'm definitely going to try this!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Donna May Glad you enjoyed the video. Once you have done it a couple of times it's easy.

[@freerangecrafts6428]

Thank you so much for the awesome tutorial. I will definitely be doing some finishes like this.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

karen maffina I am glad it helps. Happy stitching🌻.

[@LackOfHarmony]

I was looking for a way to finish an ornament. Thank you for this!

[@tillthelaststitch6856]

Cindy, very nicely don't. Your very good at tutorials, natural and calm. I also like to make yo you'd, you too I think. Thanks for doing this. Hugs Lana

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Till the last stitch thank you Lana. Huggs to you.

[@allysondudding9093]

I looooove your videos! Thank you and am eagerly awaiting more.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Allyson Dudding thank you for your kind words. Glad you enjoy the videos.🌻

[@kindredstitcher]

I was wondering how this is done. Thank you for showing.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Kindred Stitcher you are welcome. I am sure you will be doing some amazing round and oval pieces. Happy stitching🌻

[@andreac-iheartcrossstitch]

Fantastic video!! Thanks for sharing this with us!!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

AndreaC - iHeartCrossStitch gkad you enjoyed it🌻

[@annepjulien5328]

What a helpful video! Thank you so much for publishing this tutorial!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Pat Ryder i hope it helps. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@clemstalcup7517]

thank you so much. beautiful!!!

[@debrastine3451]

Great video! Thank you very much.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Debra Stine glad you enjoyed it.

[@craftycatstitcher6658]

This is a wonderful tutorial! Thank you for posting it. I'm definitely going to give this a try!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

CraftyCat Stitcher thank you. You will love it once you do it. Can't wait to see your next video.

[@cheriedeyoung6344]

Thank you, Cindy. This was very helpful!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Cherie DeYoung glad it was helpful🌻

[@deannaellett1906]

Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing! Your ornaments are always so perfect. You really have a great talent for finishing them.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

molly ellett thank you I hope you will give it a try.

[@AngelaStitches]

Hi Cindy ! I just uploaded a video of showing how i made my ornament and I did it after watching your video so i wanted to thank you ! So.. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks !!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

AngelaStitches that is awesome. I will watch later. Glad it helped🌻

[@justchellebee2425]

Oh my gosh, I JUST now got around to watching this tutorial!! I’m so glad I did, because I have been stitching for almost 30 yrs, but have been petrified to try to fully finish anything on my own! Your tutorial has made it look so easy & has finally given me the confidence to try it on some of my stitched pieces! I have this little bear piece that was an ornament kit that I stitched up yrs ago & accidentally cut too close to the stitching, but I think after watching this I can totally try to make it into a little ornament. It was too cute to throw out, & I’m glad I saved it, because I’m going to try to finish it using your lacing method. I have two questions for you: On the star ornament, it looked like you glued your trim around the back of the hanger, but on the little oval ornament you showed it looks like you glued it in front of the hanger. Does it matter which way you glue it? I think I’d prefer in front of it, but would that make any difference in how it hangs? Also, what kind of batting should you use (thickness)? Thanks so much for the tutorial! 😊

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

StitchingByLanternLight awesome 🌲

[@marigoldStudio]

Thanks so much for this video! It's inspiring me to go back and make a few!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

You are welcome 🌞🌞🌞

[@StitchnMaiden]

Thanks for sharing, great tutorial!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Stitchin Maiden you are welcome. Happy stitching🌻

[@cherylburk2073]

Thank you. I like the put technique. I will try that on my next projects.

[@hollyhintzman9146]

Hi Cindy! THANK YOU SO MUCH for this wonderful tutorial!! I plan to make several ornaments for Stitch Maynia this year and I will definitely be putting your finishing method into practice. I can't tell you how helpful this is.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Holly Hintzman I am glad you enjoyed it. Happy stitching.

[@embelecosbycarolin]

Thanks for the tutorial 😀

[@thepostalstitcher]

Hi Cindy! I just found your channel & blog!! You inspire me so much!! From your stitching, decorating, and all the garden inspiration you share. To come from a health tragedy to be so happy and smiling and grateful. Gosh. It just warms my soul. You are totally right, you have a purpose and a reason of being!! You light up this world and community!! I’m so grateful to have found your channel!! Sending you sunshine and loving happy vibes. From SC!! oxoxo

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Stacy The Postal Stitcher thank you so much. Its comments like this that make my day. So glad to inspire you. Sending some sunshine your way ,🌻🌻🌻

[@lyndaleigh8223]

Absolutely gorgeous and EASY - thank you.

[@tammymckinney5847]

I love that easter bunny

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Tammy McKinney thank You.🌻

[@sparklems]

Thank you for the tutorial! It was very helpful.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

sparklems I am glad it helped.

[@miasiaosbey9722]

Very helpful

[@stitchinginthesun]

Great tutorial Cindy, thanks.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Stitching in the Sun glad you enjoyed it.

[@marycatstitches6069]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I can't wait to do some circle ornaments now.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Glad you enjoyed the Tutorial

[@lamoredave3230]

Hi

[@DevonsCreativeChannel]

Awesome instructions thanks a bunch.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Devon Hanna you are welcome. I hope you try it out.

[@bettyhummel3756]

Thanks so much for this very helpful video. I am getting ready to stitch some cross eyed cricket Easter eggs and was very worried about finishing them in an oval. Now I know how thanks to you!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Betty Hummel it's easy once you have done it a few times. Happy stitching.

[@yarnsnthreads]

Thanks for such a grat little video on how you finish your ornaments. Now I need to look for a round pattern to give it a try. Love the star pattern and colors by the way. :0)

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Melanie Smith thank you Melanie. Have an Awesome weekend.🌻

[@jas2627]

Great tutorial. I was intimidated by non-square/rectangle finishes. Today, I ordered a pattern with an oval finish.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Awesome, its pretty easy with practice. 🌻

[@treenotion9466]

Thank you so much. What a lovely (and frugal) way to finish pieces.

[@bboys4708]

This is very helpful. Thank you!

[@georgettejane3087]

If you mark around the fabric with removable marker, then you wouldn't have to hold the cardboard. Beautiful ornaments.

[@Terry81772]

Thank you for the video Cindy. It will help me greatly!

[@margarethayes256]

I am finishing my first ever ornament, so I watched this video to learn the tricks. I love that star pattern. What is its name so I can buy it and stitch it? Thank you for an informative tutorial. One suggestion. Instead of hold the ornament while basting around, trace it, then stitch on the outside of your tracing.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

The pattern is from so long ago i don't Remember. Glad you enjoyed it🎄

[@sherry7274]

Love it !

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Sherry Hampton I hope it helps people finishing their projects.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Sherry Hampton I hope it helps.

[@francinerollin2184]

Hi Cindy, love your ornaments they are beautiful and thank you for the tutorial now I will be able to finish my Christmas ornaments. I have a few done and did not know how to finish them. Have a great stitching week.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Francine Rollin you are welcome. Glad the tutorial helped. Happy stitching.🌻🌻🌻

[@nanking4954]

Good tutorial, question - do you buy your cording or make your own?

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Nancy King thank you Nancy. I make my cording.

[@dianazaslow8043]

I've been waiting for you to come back! I love all your finishes, especially the whale in a bottle. I wish you lived closer to me to help me with my finishes. I'm watching your tutorial next.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Diana Zaslow you can do it. Huggs to you Diana🌻

[@Cat-uh4md]

Absolutely loved the lacing process, thank you for this!

[@ellenstaley7219]

what a great idea .Thankyou

[@barbaramims2313]

Very helpful video. Thank you!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

👌

[@lesliehurley-phatcatphloss1754]

Thanks so much for your tutorial. I plan to be using this method soon.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Leslie Hurley woohoo. Glad it helped you.

[@sharonhendrix3864]

Will this method work with small needlepoint pieces? Very Informative video, thank you!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Thank you. I have never done needlepoint. I am sure you can make adjustments to make it work.

[@maryjoobrienmoulding6298]

Great video great instructions Take care

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

MaryJo Mouldimg glad you enjoyed it.

[@deborahgoethe362]

Thank you so much!

[@dgordon2360]

Thank you for your tutorial it was very easy to understand and follow!

[@marysummersfamily2972]

I have never found mat board that I could cut with scissors. Do you use a particular brand or type of mat board that enables you to cut it with scissors? Thanks so much for your great videos!

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

I purchased my Matte board at hobby lobby. 🌻