The Self Finishing Match Box

House of Cartonnage in Paris has a new product--the self finishing matchbox!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DSz7e4VjKkr/?img_index=1

Tariffs are impacting the business (which sells boxes, clutches and classes on how to make your own box) somewhat so we'll have to see how Sabrine manages her unique business for those of us not in the Netherlands or the EU.  

https://www.houseofcartonnage.com/

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© Copyright January 18, 2026 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Playing Cards and Business Cards

Melita has created several self-finishing items for cards in 2024.  First, she stitched this Stitch and Zip case from Alice Peterson to hold a friend's business cards.

https://melitastitches4fun.com/2024/12/20/stitch-zip-sewing-card-case/

Then she stitched this charming Lee/Colonial Needle case to hold playing cards for her husband's magic tricks using a chart that looks like playing card suits. 

https://melitastitches4fun.com/2024/12/21/ang-2024-seminar-in-kansas-city-mo-and-grab-n-go-lee-credit-card-case/

https://melitastitches4fun.com/2024/12/27/lee-credit-card-case-a-magical-finish/

Very clever use of self-finishing items!

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright December 22, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Beth Gantz Self Finishing Round Wooden Frames

Needlepoint.com demonstrates how to add a ribbon hanger to the Beth Gantz round wooden ornament frames, then how to cut, fold and insert your 3.75 inch design into the four inch frame. The second link below shows you Beth's wooden frames, which come in a variety of sizes and shapes.  Your favorite shop can order from Beth for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1SaGFPhTXfA

https://bethgantzdesigns.com/products/self-finishing-products

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright August 8, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Unique Self-Finishing for Halloween (Plus Glow-in-the-Dark Threads)

Lisa at Deux Bijoux Bijoux shows off a unique self-finishing frame for your Halloween stitching pleasure.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DAhEH9dPKC4/

The kit (canvas, threads and frame) is available from The Scissorists.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DAI3q0htEHl/

By the way, Kreinik has a new glow-in-the-dark section about these threads they sell on their website.  This gives tips on use, how others make them glow (or glow longer), and explains why these threads often have a green cast.

https://www.kreinik.com/store/shop-needlework/glow-in-the-dark-threads/how-to-use-glow-in-the-dark-threads

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© Copyright October 1, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Needlepoint.com's Self Finishing Video Tutorials

Needlepoint.com has posted videos showing you how to make up self-finishing items for acrylic clutches, luggage tags, and clutch bags.  They even demonstrate how to make the inserts removable so you can change them with the seasons or your mood.

https://needlepoint.com/blogs/needlepoint-know-how/needlepoint-gift-ideas-you-can-finish-yourself

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© Copyright July 9, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

New Stand Up Acrylic for Ornament Display

Stitch Stash has a new acrylic standup to showcase your round 4 - 4 1/2 inch ornament.  They weigh around 3 pounds and have a slit at the top where you drop in your finished canvas.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C_TzvMRSzmR/

https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Twg_YyJPb/

You can also get a square version for a 4 - 4 1/4 inch square ornament.

https://stitch-stash.com/collections/exclusive-acrylic-round-and-square

These are only available at Stitch-Stash (above) or Emily's Stitchery.  Note that the shops are taking pre-orders--these should be in the shops by late September-early October.

https://www.emilysstitchery.com/products/round-acrylic-standup-exclusive-to-emily-s-stitchery-and-stitch-stash

https://www.emilysstitchery.com/products/square-acrylic-standup-exclusive-to-emily-s-stitchery-and-stitch-stash

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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© Copyright September 1 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Finishing Button Covers for A Tote Bag

Patti of Patti Paints demonstrates self finishing using button covers that will go on the front of a Target cane tote.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C5i4A9PrLDA/

Here are the three inch button covers Patti sells from her website.

https://www.pattypaintsneedlepoint.com/product-page/metal-self-finishing-button

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© Copyright April 10, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Purses, Totes, Clutches and More

The April newsletter for NJNA has arrived and it is full of ANG class information, both at the local and national level.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2024/04/20/whats-happening-at-njna-4-20-24/

The big focus of the newsletter is all the self-finishing purses, totes, clutches and bags that are available.  There's a size and style for nearly everyone, whether you just need room for a phone, your sunglasses and credit cards or you end up carrying not only all your stuff but your spouse's, too.

Of course the newsletter covers a slew of new designs that came out at the April trade show, even clubs.  Heads up!  A little bird tells me those Ellen Skidmore canvases that the Meredith Collection distributes are going to be unavailable soon as the license expires so shop now.

https://themeredithcollection.com/collection/needlepoint-designs/ellen-skidmore

Something unusual is Moore Stitching's self-finishing compacts with designs to match.

https://moorestitching.com/search?q=compact&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

Moore Stitching has pill boxes, too.

https://moorestitching.com/search?q=pill+box&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

All in all, this is a fun issue to browse. 

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© Copyright April 21, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved

NJNA's Self-Finishing Tips

The monthly newsletter from the New Jersey Needle Artists Chapter of ANG has the usual news (including more about Kreinik's sale to Rainbow Gallery) and a short article on self-finishing with good tips on getting a great result.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2024/04/06/whats-happening-at-njna-4-6-24/

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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© Copyright April 7, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Self Finishing a Key Fob: The Movie

The Nashville Needlepointer demonstrates how to put together a key fob.  

https://www.instagram.com/p/C4f7YnSuwgC/

There are supplies you will need but she's listed those.  It doesn't look hard at all.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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© Copyright March 15, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Boxes from Cabranmary Woods

Traditional Stitches in Canada is selling a nice looking box for self-finishing on their website.

https://www.traditionalstitches.com/p_dadbox.html

The boxes are made by Cabranmary Woods and they are quite small, only 4 inches square with a 2 inch square space for your stitching.  They come in four different woods, so email the shop for your preference.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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© Copyright March 15, 2024 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.