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Cross Stitch Finishing Guide: Ornaments, Biscornu, Hoop Backs & Bookmarks (Ebook)

Turn finished stitching into gifts: hoop backs, flat and stuffed ornaments, biscornu and bookmarks, with step-by-step diagrams.

  • Digital download — nothing physical is shipped
$5
  • Free with every order: beginner cheat sheet + 3 bonus minis
  • Instant download after checkout
  • Beginner friendly

If a file has a problem, we'll fix it or refund you.

About this guide

I have a drawer full of finished-but-not-finished pieces, and I suspect you do too. This little guide is how we empty it.

Each chapter is one complete finish with clear vector step diagrams: two ways to back a hoop (gathered and glued), flat felt-backed ornaments with blanket stitch, soft stuffed pillow ornaments closed with an invisible ladder stitch, the famous eight-pointed biscornu (with the corners-meet-middles trick explained so it finally makes sense), and bookmarks three ways, plus how to make a floss tassel. A last chapter has quick ideas for cards, magnets, framing and patches.

Everything can be done by hand with a few simple supplies: felt, ribbon, a little stuffing and some glue. Just in time for ornament season. PDF in US Letter and A4, with a clickable contents page.

Questions

How do I get my pattern?

Right after checkout you land on your order page with download links for every file, plus a "download all" zip. Links work for 7 days, and you can reopen your order page anytime to get fresh links.

Is this a physical kit?

No. This is a digital PDF download. No fabric, thread or hoop is included and nothing is shipped. The floss key lists every DMC color you need.

How do I print it?

Print at 100% scale (or "actual size") on US Letter or A4 paper. The black & white chart saves ink and is easy to read. You can also stitch straight from a tablet.

What is the free bonus pack?

Every order comes with a little thank-you: my one-page beginner cheat sheet and 3 bonus mini patterns (a star ornament, a tiny tree and a little mushroom). They appear on your order page next to your patterns.

What if something is wrong with my file?

If a file has a problem, we'll fix it or refund you. Just send Sara a message. See the refund policy for details.

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