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MARCH MADNESS code is extended through March 29! Last chance on full priced canvases and totes-you can register for bag class on March 29. And shop all totes after the class!

Finishing FAQ's

Finishing Information

We want you to be happy with your piece - we've worked closely with our finishing team to put together the information below to make this an easier, less daunting and more affordable process. 

Items we finish

We finish pillows, stockings, purses, standups, ornaments, belts, key fobs, bag patches and most items.  We also offer blocking services and some limited restoration services.  We no longer finish watch bands.

Finishing Deadlines 2025

With volume of finishing, we cannot guarantee deadlines for 2025.  

Finishing is taking 3-8 months depending on the fabrics needed and complexity of the project.  Please note that we do block all projects, though some require more blocking than others.  We suggest using stretcher bars to minimize the blocking time. 

There is a 10 month turnaround for leather goods like bags/clutches.  

**Please make sure to let us know if you've made changes in any contact information**

Finishing Pricing

Each piece is custom, so these are general guidelines assuming pieces are well blocked, stitched and with very basic finishing.  Fluctuations come from fabric choices, embellishments, any custom work and blocking time.  Monograms generally add $40 or more to the expense.

We offer a 10% discount on finishing a canvas purchased from the shop.

Ornaments start at $60

Pillows start at $140

Full size stockings start at $160

Standups start at $85

Belts start at $103

Key Fobs start at $60

Eyeglass cases start at $95

Purses start at $195

Custom embroidery and monograms add an extra 3-5 weeks and start at $50 for basic initials

We do not charge for fixes that were our mistakes, but we do charge for fixes based on changing the mind, if we are given wrong information or if you do not respond to requests for information.  We kindly ask you to be sure of the write up before we send finishing to finishers.

Pickup and Payment

There is an $85 charge for any rush orders and no guarantee that they will be completed by requested deadline.  We will only charge you the fee upon delivery.

We kindly ask you to make arrangements to pick up or ship your finishing within 2 weeks of the call/email.  If we do not hear from you, any products not paid for or picked up within 30 days of contact, will be considered abandoned and the shop will retain ownership of item (s).  PLEASE make sure we have updated contact information.

We charge shipping on all finishing - cost is approximately $12 - $18 depending on insurance.

Our finishers or someone from our shop team may contact you with questions.  Please make sure to respond in a timely manner.  Our finishers may move onto finish the work without your input if we don't hear from you.

General finishing tips:

Please make sure you have around an inch of blank canvas around design. 

You generally do NOT need to add extra rows except for the following:

-purses/clutches 

-belts (a binding stitch is preferred)

-key fobs (a binding stitch is preferred)

-may very depending on design element

Please let us know if you have added waste rows.

Including your threads helps - they can be used to complete missed stitches or can be used for cording if the threads are not cut.  

Including your choice of fabric may help - if it is heavy upholstery thread, it may not work for finishing, but if you have a specific color of velvet or suede, including that with your finishing can help.  If you include the fabric, you don't need to send 5 yards of fabric for one ornament.  Conversely, if you are finishing a 16" square pillow, sending a yard of fabric that is 8" wide is a challenge too.  

If you aren't including fabric, please list 1st and 2nd choice fabrics.  

Canvases stitched with Kreinik metallics not using a frame have limited blocking.  We may not be able to block those pieces back to their original shape.  

Finishing Money/Time Savers

Please make sure your piece is finished and has no missed stitches.

Use frames or stretcher bars! Canvas is interlock and moves as you stitch.  Blocking takes time and depending on how misshapen the canvas is, it can cost money to reshape the piece.

Choose your design wisely.  Generally, simpler designs cost less money.  

If you use premade cording, it can save money and time.  There are lots of great options out there that our finishers can use. 

Do not list finisher's choice.  It is our experience that finishers take a lot of time and thought to make this design work.  Knowing what will make you happy through your communication preferences means that they can delivery the perfect product for you.  For example, one of our finishers does great work with plaids, though we know a plaid may not work for everyone.  And everytime we need to make a decision for you, it takes time and may cost money to make changes.

If you are doing a series, please let us know.  We can create a kit for all of the pieces so you have the kit and consistency even if it takes years to finish the canvas.  This can save you both time and money.