How to finish a cross stitch bookmark

I love to make bookmarks – because I love to read so much, I can never have to many and I also enjoy giving them as gifts. Tucked into the perfect book, they add just the right touch. One thi…

I wasn't sure what I was going to post today but then I managed to have a finish so I decided to show you how I like to finish my cross stitch bookmarks. I finally completed the tiki bookmark that I bought in New Zealand when I was there in July. It was very close and when I grabbed it out of my bag it didn't take long to complete. Doesn't it look gorgeous all finished with the back stitch and for once I finished the stitching today and managed to finish the piece today as well. That has to…

So, as promised, I will share my step by step instructions for how to back a cross stitch bookmark. This is the first time I have ever done it so the final outcome is not as neat as I had anticipat…

Tutorials are made for sharing! Please use the title photo and link back to this post :) As has long been promised, I am SO pleased to *finally* be able to share this tutorial with you! As I mentioned in my last post, this padded bookmark is a combination of the flat finished bookmarks I've made previously with a two-layer quilt batting insert that I learned to make this past Christmas for ornaments :) The padding is optional, and you can skip those steps if you want. Mine turned out a…

So, you've cross stitched (or worked another counted thread technique) onto Aida band, or a similar, pre-edged fabric, and you're now read...

Review a tutorial on how to cross stitch a quick and easy bookmark in a few simple steps. This project is great for beginners.

The easiest finishing instructions for Aida Band Bookmarks. This No-sew DIY cross stitch bookmark project is easy for anyone to finish!

One of my favorite ways to introduce new crafters to cross stitch or embroidery is by having them make a bookmark. They’re useful even if they don’t turn out that pretty, and it’s a small enough project that it can Read More ...

Add fringe to cross stitch projects like bookmarks, ornaments and pillows. See this tutorial for how to make fringe.

Learn how to make a pretty cross stitch corner bookmark with this easy-to-follow tutorial.

How to finish a cross stitch bookmark when not working with already prepared bookmark fabric: Before you start stitching, be sure to cu...

How to Frame a Cross Stitch: One of my favorite, inexpensive, go-to gifts is a personalized framed cross stitch. Once you've finished the cross stitch, all you need is some time, leftover thread, and a frame (thrift store ones work great) to make a lovely finished product. De…

August’s Iggles Create doodle theme is all about the 80s! To pair with that, IggleStitch is showing you everything you need to make your own PacMan cross stitch bookmark. 8-bit games were (and still are) super popular. Fortunately for us, they are also perfect for cross stitching! This pattern is on Easy mode, for newbies

No one wants their cross stitch fraying at the edges, so we round up 7 of the best ways to stop your cross stitch fabric from fraying.

Finishing up a cross stitch bookmark - great tutorial from blogger, Elizabeth, at sew-in-love.blogspot.co.uk

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How to finish a cross stitch bookmark when not working with already prepared bookmark fabric: Before you start stitching, be sure to cu...

We’re back with another exciting roundup of bookmarks, and this time, we’re focusing on those that are perfect for kids! After the tremendous success of our previous bookmark rou…

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