How Do You Finish A Needlepoint Project?
Proper finishing is very important. Perfect stitching and technique can be ruined by a slipshod job done on the finished product. Before you start the finishing process, there are a few housekeeping items to take care of in order to prepare your completed needlework for its final stage. Check your work. Look over your stitching to make sure you have not missed any areas. Clip any loose threads on the back of your work and make sure that all threads have been anchored appropriately. Remove the canvas from the stretcher bars or frame. If the design was stamped or painted, test to see if it is waterproof by gently wiping a small area with a wet cloth. If color comes off on the cloth, the completed needlepoint will have to be finished using the dry method. If your needlepoint is soiled from constant stitching, carefully clean it one section at a time. Block the completed canvas. Once you have finished stitching your project, you may need to block the canvas by stretching it back into its o
