Festive Fox Finishing Tutorial

Greetings friends! It is new project tutorial day - time to share my December project created for the Therm O Web blog with you. I always enjoy putting on my Fabric Education Designer hat and creating new projects/tutorials to share with you. For the month of December, I have something a little different planned, a cross stitch finishing tutorial. This month I am sharing how to finish my 2024 Cross Stitch Christmas Ornament "Festive Fox." My comprehensive tutorial contains a complete supply list, printable  templates, and step-by-step directions with color photos. You can also find a detailed supply list here: https://blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com/2024/12/festive-fox-finishing-supply-list.html

As many of you know I have been doing professional needlework finishing for nearly 25 years...and I get numerous messages and questions (every week) about my process, favorite products, and techniques. I have shared several finishing videos on my YouTube Channel, but I was yet to share how I have been finishing my current Woodland Ornament Series. Therm O Web products are a staple in my needlework finishing, so I thought sharing a tutorial on the Therm O Web Blog would be ideal.

First of all, if you don't have it yet, you can find the complimentary pattern for "Festive Fox" and all the pattern details here (IT'S FREE!):
https://blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com/2024/11/festive-fox-2024-cross-stitch-christmas.html

A few things about the finishing tutorial - the templates and directions are for stitching the ornament as directed on 32-count linen/16-count Aida fabric - if you use a different count of fabric, you will need to adjust the templates and measurements. Also - I normally do not use glue when finishing cross stitch (personal preference), should you want to use glue to speed up the process, notes are made in the tutorial for you. Finally, I made my own two-tone twisted cord using DMC floss 321 and 505, along with a Kreinik Custom Corder - you may choose to make your own cording or purchase pre-made cording.

My tutorial will take you step-by-step through my finishing process. You can find the tutorial here:
https://blog.thermoweb.com/cross-stitch-ornament-finishing/

Look for an Instagram Reel/YouTube Short video showing the process, as well.

You can also find the exact supplies I used for finishing by visiting the posts in my Amazon Shop (note, as an influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases).

I hope this tutorial empowers you to finish the ornaments in my Woodland Ornament Series...

I am creating monthly projects for the Therm O Web Blog and I will be sure to post here when I have a new tutorial available. My next project is scheduled to be on the Therm O Web blog on January 20th and I am working on a possible Valentine project idea. ALSO - I will have a Poppie Cotton Fabric Tour post on January 15th for the Serenity Blooms collection (it's a BEAUTY!). PLUS, there is an exciting surprise coming tomorrow...

Thank you for stopping by for a visit today - I always enjoy sharing with you. Have a great week and make time to work on something creative...

I hope you have been enjoying my holiday content with complimentary patterns and tutorials! My hope is that these gifts inspire you to pay it forward by giving a holiday surprise to someone you love or someone in need! I would love to start a movement of giving and positivity. I also hope this cross stitch finishing tutorial will entice you to visit my website and/or Etsy Shop to take a look...or if you feel so inclined, you can Buy Me a Coffee...it is definitely not required, but truly appreciated. Thank you for supporting my creativity and valuing my artistry!💕

FlossTube Episode 12: Cutting Accurate Pattern Template Shapes Using Freezer Paper Tutorial

Hello stitching friends! A new tutorial has been posted on my FlossTube Channel. This tutorial shows how to accurately cut pattern template shapes using freezer paper. This is a short video for a helpful technique you can use for needlework finishing, wool applique, quilting applique, and other craft projects. You can find it by visiting my YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/BelindaKarlsNace) and I'm posting it below for convenience: I hope you will stop by for this fun, learning video...

Helpful links, mentioned in my video:

Harvest Huswif Pattern PDF: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1250811461/harvest-huswif-brd-114-cross-stitch

Harvest Huswif Pattern Paper: https://www.etsy.com/listing/204869465/harvest-huswif-brd-114-cross-stitch

Tulip Table Runner and Alphabet House Mug Rugs Quilt Pattern PDF: https://www.etsy.com/listing/993465066/tulip-table-runner-and-alphabet-house

Tulip Table Runner and Alphabet House Mug Rugs Quilt Paper: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1232464384/tulip-table-runner-and-alphabet-house

Amazon Store - here you will see essential items I use in my studio, including all the materials used in this tutorial…and other items/materials I share about in my videos: https://www.amazon.com/shop/brdgirl (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.)

A comprehensive list of all creative items in my shop (including everything in this tutorial: https://www.amazon.com/shop/brdgirl/list/21CEJ3D770R13

Light Pad

Freezer Paper Sheets

Tim Holtz Small Scissors/Snips

Oliso Mini Project Iron

Wool Pressing Mat

If you like my content and would like to show me a little extra support, you are welcome to buy me a coffee – no pressure, but greatly appreciated!! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/brdgirl

I hope you will stop by for this fun, learning video...

Other news of interest - I have posted the last of the large sunflower project bags and sunflower ruler sleeve sets in my Etsy Shop...and I have a good selection of project bags in progress that will be posted soon! Plus more of my classic cross stitch patterns have been converted to digital PDF format and have been added to the shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueRibbonDesigns

Thank you for visiting with me today - I hope this finishing tutorial will inspire you to work on and/or finish a piece using this technique...and if you do, leave me a comment and share your results with me! Happy stitching, sewing and quilting....

Creating Behind the Scenes

Hello friends - I am so happy you stopped by to visit with me today! I have been extremely busy creating behind the scenes. I am working on more new cross stitch designs...and I am working on client needlework finishing and sewing projects. It is a creative summer and I am enjoying a quiet couple months in my studio. I'm making a little time to reset, refresh my spirit, and find my joy. Thank you for the lovely comments and compliments regarding my latest cross stitch designs - it makes my heart happy to put more of my artwork out into the universe. I also uploaded two new FlossTube videos this week...

FlossTube Episode Six is an in-depth look at my three new summer cross stitch releases - you can find it here: https://youtu.be/tln8xkjIIoY

FlossTube Episode Seven is a full finishing tutorial for the rounds in my new "Rick Rack Rounds" seasonal/holiday series. It covers all the materials and how to put one together. You can find it here: https://youtu.be/YkBe77naAZI

I hope the new cross stitch design releases and two new videos will inspire you to create something special this week!

"Under My Wing" Pinkeep Video Tutorial

Hello stitching friends! I have finished editing my FlossTube finishing tutorial for my "Under My Wing" sewing bird pinkeep. You can find it by visiting my YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/BelindaKarlsNace) and I'm posting it below for convenience:

Helpful links, mentioned in the video:

Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/blueribbondesigns

Under My Wing

Blue Ribbon Designs Website: https://blueribbondesigns.com/​

Blue Ribbon Designs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brdgirl/

Amazon Store - here you will see the items I use in my studio, including the finishing materials I talked about (comic book board, Nymo beading thread, foam core board, double-sided Scotch tape, transparent sewing thread, Tim Holtz scissors): https://www.amazon.com/shop/brdgirl?listId=21CEJ3D770R13

Lady Dot Creates (fabulous finishing supplies): https://www.etsy.com/shop/ladydotcreates

I hope this finishing tutorial will inspire you to stitch an "Under My Wing" pinkeep for yourself or a stitching friend! I found so much joy working on this design and I hope it will bring you joy, as well!