I learned this to my cost after framing my first few cross stitch projects this way.
How to mat and frame needlework.
You may even find appropriate frames in thrift stores or yard sales.
Solid backing some frames may have only bend able metal clips others have a solid backing layer.
Please do not substitute sticky matt board for the foam core.
Sticky board is thick cardboard with a high tack adhesive on one side.
Steel rule and craft knife.
Using the measurement of the frame that you took in step 1 mark the length and width on the foam core.
Your laced cross stitch on an acid free foam core mounting board.
It tends to turn the fabric yellow after time.
Glass protecting from dust and smoke.
The white space also gives it a more contemporary look.
2 3 acid free mats protecting your fabric from the glass.
A sheet of acid free paper mat or foam core board protecting the back of the fabric.
For larger pictures it is often necessary to have a frame custom made at your favorite framing shop.
Using a cutting mat and a box cutter x acto knife carefully cut the foam core to your measurements.
How to frame cross stitch and embroidery using sticky board there are a number of ways to prepare your finished cross stitch or embroidery for framing.
A suitable frame and mat if desired note.
Your finished cross stitch piece.
In the example above we bought a frame with a mat board.
Samples of wooden frames suitable for cross stitch pictures.