How to Add Cording Loops to Needlepoint Ornaments and Hanging Signs

If you've ever finished a needlepoint ornament only to have the hanging loop come out lumpy, rolled, or a little wonky, you are not alone. Cording loops are one of those small details that make a big difference, and they are an essential skill to learn for ornament finishing.

In this beginner how to, I share my favorite cording techniques for creating clean, professional looking cording loops on your needlepoint ornaments and hanging signs. You'll see my go to method for getting that tightly twisted look, plus the little secret that keeps your loops lying flat instead of twisting up on you.

Inside the full tutorial, you'll learn:

• My favorite way to get a crisp, tightly twisted cord as you go
• How to keep your loops flat and relaxed (no more rolled or tense loops!)
• How to join your cording ends cleanly on both hanging signs and coaster style finishes

Whether you're new to DIY needlepoint cording or looking for fresh cording ideas to level up your needlepoint finishing, this tutorial will help you finish your pieces with confidence. Learning how to attach cording to needlepoint the right way means your ornaments, signs, and more will look polished and intentional every single time.

And if you are still learning how to make your cording with a tight twist, check out this blog all about 'How to make DIY Cording for Needlepoint'

✨ Ready to see it in action? Watch the full video tutorial on Substack and get a taste of what's inside Cording Camp, where we dive even deeper into needlepoint ornament cording and all things needlepoint finishing cording.

Find the full video How-To on Substack

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