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!💕