Would you love to fearlessly finish your own ornaments and create heirlooms?

This class was designed to hold your hand and guarantee your success!

"Your finishing class was the best money I’ve ever spent on needlepoint!" - Tina


About the class

The class is online, self paced, and accessible at any time!

Part 1: Round Ornament Finishing is designed to recreate an in-person class, where I take you step by step through the entire finishing process. The videos are in real time so you can see each step and work along from start to finish! Each video step builds on the last until you have a completed round ornament.

Part 2: Square and Rectangular Ornament Finishing builds on Part 1, focusing on the unique aspects of square and rectangular ornament finishing.

The Bonus Section dives deeper into topics along with alternative techniques such as How to Lace an Ornament - for those who prefer to avoid glue, and Glueing on Your Cording - for those who prefer to avoid sewing!

The Class Community accessible only through the class platform, the class community gives you direct access to Abby and her support. You can also connect with like minded gals crazy about needlepoint and share your beautiful work.

You will receive a finishing kit which includes everything you need to create your first ornament:

  •  Cording Maker
  • Blank canvas round
  • Round boards
  • Batting
  • Fabric
  • Pins
  • Needles
  • Needle threader
  • Thread
  • Glue
  • Pearl cotton
Watch Intro Video

Preview The Class

Should I Take This Class?

  • Who is this class for?

    This class is for anyone who loves to get crafty! If you dislike waiting a long time to hang that beautiful stitching up in your home, this class is certainly for you. This class is also for any stitcher who wants to take back a third of their crafting budget and redirect it to canvases and threads!

  • Who is the class maybe for?

    Anyone who prefers to send their ornaments to the finishers but wants to be ready for exciting life events! Did you find out you’re a first time Grandma in September? - Have that ornament ready by Thanksgiving! Did your best friend just get engaged? - Whip up her new monogram and have it ready by the engagement party.

  • Who is this class NOT for?

    If you love to needlepoint but are happy to hand your needlepoint over to the finisher, aren't fond of a big pair of scissors, hand sewing, or working with glue…send that ornament to the finishers and keep working through that stash!

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome!

    • Welcome!

    • The Class Community!

    • Before we begin...
  • 2

    Chapter 1: Finishing a Round Ornament

    • Step 1. Materials

    • Step 2. Cutting Out the Canvas

    • Step 3. Creating the Ornament Front

    • Step 4. Creating the Ornament Back

    • Step 5. Attaching the Front and Back

    • Step 6. Cord Materials

    • Step 7. Prepping the Cord

    • Step 8. Twisting the Cord

    • Step 9. Sewing the Ornament Together

    • Step 10. Attaching the Cord

    • Step 11. Creating the Loop

    • Congratulations!
  • 3

    Chapter 2: Finishing a Square & Rectangular Ornament

    • Prepping Your Materials

    • Cutting Out the Canvas

    • Creating the Ornament Front

    • Creating the Ornament Back

    • Attaching the Front and Back

    • Pinning the Cord and Creating the Hanger

    • Attaching the Cord

  • 4

    Bonus Lessons!

    • FAQ

    • The Complete Guide to Cording

    • How To Use The Lacis Cording Maker

    • How to Lace an Ornament and About Glue

    • How to Glue On Your Cording

    • How to Cut Out a Round Board

    • How to Make a Skein Holder DIY
  • 5

    Finishing Up!...

    • Finishing up

    • Thank you!

FAQ

  • How long will I have access to the class?

    You will have “class lifetime” access! You can watch the class as many times as you like!

  • What is your return policy?

    If anything in your kit is damaged, defective, or lost, it will be replaced promptly. I have every confidence that the instructions and supporting features give you everything you need to be successful! I am here to support you in every way I can.

  • Can I take or share the class with a friend?

    The class is designed to be taken by a single person. You’ll receive one set of supplies. While the class is online, please know that this small business relies solely on you, our wonderful customers to keep it up and running - so Abigail Cecile can continue creating beautiful and enriching content for your lives and homes. Please encourage your friends to take the class themselves! ♥

KIND WORDS

  • "The explanations and the demonstrations were pitch perfect. I believed that I could finish an ornament after watching the videos"..."I felt as though Abby was right there with me, guiding me and encouraging me. To convey that on video is a skill and a gift. Truly. I derive even more enjoyment from needlepoint, knowing I can finish a gift and knowing that I can learn even more skills." - Kelley

  • "Determined to learn to finish pieces myself, I immediately came home and signed up for the classes.  What a blessing!!  The instructions are easy to follow, easy to find and easy to refer to over and over.  I have now completed my first piece complete with the finishing techniques from the class!" - Leslie

  • "Your classes have given me the skills and confidence to beautifully finish my needlepoint projects! The finishing classes review every single skill needed to make a professionally finished heirloom ornament. Abigail’s videos show lots of detailed images. And her written instructions are clear and helpful." - Marisa