26 ways to finish and display cross stitch
This post is going to show you 26 ways to finish and display your stitched cross stitch projects. You can choose from framing, mounting, or hanging the finished cross stitch, but why stop there! The possibilities are endless.

There are many different ways traditional to display your needlework. You can frame it, mount it on a board, or hang it on the wall.
The choice of how to display your work depends on what you want to do with it and how much space you have in your home.
These are the most common ways to display your finished cross stitch.
- Frame it in a Hoop
- Frame it and hang it on the wall with a hook or nails
- Put it on a shelf
- Display it on an easel
- Use magnets to put it up on the fridge
For 26 more inventive ideas, read on!
How to Make a Cross Stitch Corner Bookmark: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make a pretty cross stitch corner bookmark with this easy-to-follow tutorial.
Bookmark
Using aida band is a perfect way to quickly turn your cross stitch designs into bookmarks.
How to Make a Cross Stitch Pin Drum: An Easy Tutorial for Beginners
Looking for a project to use up your off cut aida? Have you tried making a cross stitch pin drum? Try this quick and easy tutorial today!
How to Cross Stitch on Clothes in 7 Easy Steps
Add extra finishing touches to all your clothes!
Cross Stitch Magnets [ Tutorial ]
Make your fridge a work of art with magnets
Rainbow bookmark cross stitch pattern (free)
Create your own design on wooden pre drileld bookmarks
How to make a padded cross stitch ornament
Perfect for all occasions
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Felt-Backed Cross Stitch Ornament
Ideal for Christmas
Creating No-Sew Cross Stitch Ornaments (how to...)
Perfect when you're looking for a quick finish
Making an Iron-On Patch out of Your Latest Cross Stitch Project
Make patches to decorate clothes, bags etc.
DIY cross stitch ornament with pom pom trim
Add a cute pom pom trim for a fun finish
Make your own wooden cross stitch pennant
These can then be hung straight after stitching!
DIY Heart Shaped Felt Frame for Cross Stitch
Ideal for Christmas or Valentines.
DIY mini embroidery hoop Christmas ornament
Tiny hoops make great ornaments
How to frame cross stitch in a hoop
Keep it simple, learn how to finish off your embroidery in a hoop.
Strawberry cross stitch coaster (free pattern)
Put your stitching to practical use
cross stitch mason jar lid tutorial
Also makes a fun pincushion
Daisy bracelet cross stitch pattern
Then you can wear your stitching!
How to Create an Easy Cross Stitch Bookmark With These Simple Steps
Another great tutorial for making bookmarks
Christmas Cross Stitch on a Wooden Tennis Racket
Anthing with a grid can be cross stitched on
Ellinor Ericsson Designs Seating Featuring Oversized Cross-Stitches
Even sofas!
How I built & painted my pegboard
Peg boards are a go to for many craft rooms, why not stitch on them?
How To Transform a Cane Weave Chair with Cross Stitch
This chair was crying out to be stitched on.
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