Cross Stitch/Finishing

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Expert: Angela - 7/17/2006


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I am making cross stitch bookmarkers on Aida 14. Do you have any ideas for easy finishing to prevent unraveling? I have not sewn in years and do not know about any new products...
Thank You, Diana

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Hello, Diana :)

The best thing to do is to cut a backing the exact size as the bookmark itself (covering ONLY the stitching) out of the same Aida cloth that you used to stitch your design onto.  Adhere the backing by using a product called "Ok To Wash It" or a similar fabric glue.  The glue will prevent unravelling of the fabric, and will help to keep the stitches in place when the bookmark is being used.  You can find this product at either Hobby Lobby or Michaels, and maybe Wal-Mart if they carry that sort of thing.

I hope this helps.  Good luck, and happy stitching. :)

Sincerely,
Angela :)

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I have 22+ years of cross stitching experience, which includes stitching on Aida, evenweave linen, vinyl canvas, and have stitched a design on a cotton t-shirt using waste canvas. I have also worked with beads and blending filament in quite a few projects. I have made many projects which include cross stitched mugs, a keychain, pictures, magnets, and the cotton t-shirt. I can answer questions pertaining to preparing and cleaning fabric, preparing clothing for stitching, how many threads to be used on which Aida cloth, and will try to help you to the best of my ability with other questions you may have. I am prompt in my responses and usually answer within 24 hours from when you ask your question. I look forward to helping you. :)

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