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Finishing Cross Stitched Christmas Stockings

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Does anyone have any suggestions for how to finish a cross stitched Christmas stocking?  I have just finished stitching a stocking that came from a kit.  The kit included a piece of felt for the back of the stocking and that was it.  I'm thinking that a cross stitched stocking should be lined so anything put in the stocking won't catch on the stitches.  I'm also wondering if the cross stitching should be backed with some type of interfacing so make it firmer.

Any helpful hints would be greatly appreciated!  After spending so much time on the cross stitch I really want to be sure that I put the stocking together correctly.

Thanks!

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I am now on my third stocking I backed it with very light weight iron on interfacing then hemmed top. I then used cotton fabric in a matching colour to make the back I hemmed the top first laid and pinned  them together  and stitched it with my sewing machine trimmed it as close as I dared and turned it out worked for me. If anyone has a better way please let me know.

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I just did interfacing on the back of the cross stitch and they were holding there shape nice but I know my son's partner just hangs them up they were not used to put anything in them so l'm not sure  Details Reply Post time 2017-10-3 16:22
I like this idea. Did you use interfacing on the back too? or does just using it on the front give it enough body that it doesn't lose it's shape? Thanks.  Post time 2017-10-3 05:58

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Post time: 2017-10-2 07:26
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Thanks so much for asking this question! I have wanted to stitch stockings for the grandkids but wasnt sure how to finish them to hold up over the coming years. Im looking forward to the responses!

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I'm looking forward to hearing what people have done too. I did see a youtube video tonight where they used iron on interfacing on the cross stitched part. I might try it with a sample.  Post time 2017-10-2 07:50
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Unable to help you as I have stitched one too, but I don't know how to sew it !!! I'm waiting with you if someone can help us
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There are several videos on you tube if you use the search terms:- making sewing lined christmas stockings.  I used a method which means that no raw edges are exposed, you have to attach the lining, cut to the same size as the stocking and the backing, to the tops of the stocking, sew the seams leaving a gap and then turn the lining inside out and insert into the stocking.  It's best if you watch a video, then it makes more sense.  Happy stitching!!!

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Thnak you very much for the informations. I'll have a look on the severol videos.  Post time 2017-10-4 00:18
Hi SallySue Yes I did use interfacing, and you're right that it gives added stability. It seems to give your stitching a more elegant finish and more weight. I usually use a medium weight fusible in  Details Reply Post time 2017-10-3 06:25
Pretty much what I was thinking needs to happen. Did you use any kind of interfacing in yours to give it more stability?  Post time 2017-10-3 05:55

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magenta13 2017-10-2 16:41
There are several videos on you tube if you use the search terms:- making sewing lined christmas sto ...

Hi SallySue  Yes I did use interfacing, and you're right that it gives added stability.  It seems to give your stitching a more elegant finish and more weight. I usually use a medium weight fusible interface but it pretty much depends on your preference for handling qualities.  Hope that helps.

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Thanks. It does help. I'm heading to the store to pick up some medium weight interfacing. That is a good suggestion. I have some light weight but don't think that will provide enough body.  Post time 2017-10-3 10:52
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I am now on my third stocking I backed it with very light weight iron on interfacing then hemmed top ...

I just did interfacing on the back of the cross stitch and they were holding there shape nice but I know my son's partner just hangs them up they were not used to put anything in them so l'm not sure how well they would hold up. I just didn't like the felt thought it was a bit shabby compared to the rest I have another one half stitched I will take photos as I go to give you a better idea what I did.

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Thanks. That is very nice of you!  Post time 2017-10-4 05:11
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Post time: 2017-10-23 00:54
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I use interfacing when finishing mine. I also spraybwih scotch Guard to prevent discoloration and stains

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The Scotch Guard is a clever idea!  Post time 2017-10-23 20:58
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