You can really finish it any way you want. I have made pillows, wallhangings and self framed many items. Also, some of the stitchers frame on a canvas as a cheaper way to finish. I haven't tried a canvas yet, but I thought that was a good option. I don't know if you want to use glue on your cross stitch but you certainly have the right. I am sure that the other stitchers will have some money saving ideas. Pam

This one is framed with foam core board covered in fabric.

I watch some flosstube vlogs on youtube and some of the cross stitchers on there go to flee markets or garage sale and find old windows, doors, or other antiques, etc that they can use to put their projects on.

Angela

I have started using an artist stretched canvas, I then put ribbon on the edge and finish the back with card stock. Much cheaper than framing and looks just as nice.

Check out Vonna Pfeiffer on flosstube and search for her flat fold tutorial. I have made several flat folds using her video. A 9X10 would sit on a table top like a picture frame. If your granddaughter has the flat surface space I think it would be an option. If you need it as a wall hanging I would think you could attach a loop at the top for hanging. There is also a mounted flat fold that would have a matted look. Good luck and I'm sure your granddaughter will enjoy whatever you choose.

I like the flat fold...very neat. I started to watch the flosstube video, but its an hour long. I did find a written tutorial that I've bookmarked.

http://tts-learntofinish.blogspot.com/2011/01/flatfold.html

Marz, I really like your idea. I think I will steal it from you. That is really neat. Pam

Thank you once again ladies for some great ideas. Marz I love your idea to show our work. Will definitely try that.

Marz love how you did that project! How did you do it?

Crusin...Thought it would be easier (for me, lol) to find a tutorial. I did not use this one, but it's got the gist of what we (well, mainly my Sister) did. Instead of covering an actual frame, as this piece was not a standard size, we cut a 'frame' out of foam core board, then covered that. We also used quilt basting spray adhesive instead of staples. I did used some quilt batting behind the stitched piece, to give it a slight dimension. You can either also use batting on the frame portion or skip that (we skipped). The 'white' border between the stitching and the frame is actually just the aida showing. We thought it was a perfect border, so left some showing.

https://www.kenarry.com/diy-fabric-photo-frame/