Finishing Cross Stitched Christmas Stockings

Hi,
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.  Im thinking that a cross stitched stocking should be lined so anything put in the stocking wont catch on the stitches.  Im 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!

gemmasmum1956

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.

ldwire

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!

rocky

Unable to help you as I have stitched one too, but I dont know how to sew it !!! Im waiting with you if someone can help us

magenta13

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.  Its best if you watch a video, then it makes more sense.  Happy stitching!!!

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2017-10-2 16:41
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Hi SallySue  Yes I did use interfacing, and youre 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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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 sons partner just hangs them up they were not used to put anything in them so lm not sure how well they would hold up. I just didnt 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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sammieliz

I use interfacing when finishing mine. I also spraybwih scotch Guard to prevent discoloration and stains