Finishing in Paradise
Everything You Need to Know to Send Your Pieces in for Finishing
DELIVERY BY 12/25/2026
Finishing Deadlines
Bell Ornaments
September 15
Acrylics
September 30
Purse Straps
October 1
Belts
October 15
Fobs
October 15
Ornaments (except Bell)
November 1
Typical Finishing Turnaround
Acrylic Items:
Custom Trays, Coasters, Frames, Boxes: 4-5 Months
Backgammon Boards, Belt/Channel Trays, Other Specialty: 6-9 Months
Stand Up: 1-2 Months
Belts:
Standard leather-tabbed: 6 Weeks
Brick: 3-4 Months
Clutch/Purse/Zipper Pouch:
Fabric: 3-4 Months
Leather: 4-12 Months
Christmas Stocking (Full Size): 3-4 Months
Frame: 6-7 Months
Key FOB: Leather - 2-3 Months
Leather:
Key FOB: 2-3 Months
Clutch, Purse, Pouch, Other Custom: 4-12 Months
Limoge-Style Hinged Box: 3-5 Months
Ornaments:
Simple-back: 1 Month
3D, Gussetted: 2 Months
Pillows: 5-6 Months
Subject to Fabric/Trim Availability
Stand-Ups:
Acrylic: 1-2 Months
Fabric, Weighted, Knife-edge: 2 Months
Fabric, Gussetted with or without base: 2 Months
Specialty Items: TBD
Spark Ideas for your Finishing
Joan's Best Finishing Tips
Suzie and Joan, our Finishing Manager, answer the questions we get asked the most.
FAQs - The Finishing Edition
How long does finishing take?
These are our best estimates. Your item make take longer and it make come back more quickly. Acrylic Stand Ups
What do you finish?
Anything except frames...ornaments, bag charms, pillows...you name it.
When do you need finishing rows?
You only need finishing rows when there is an embellishment (beads, ribbons, etc.) near the edge.
Can I stitch outside the lines?
We recommend no stitching outside the line of the finishing you want (with the exception of embellishments as mentioned above). Extra stitches make the seams thick and messy.
Past Finishing to Inspire Ideas
Submitting your Finishing
Here's how to send in your finishing:
1. Download our finishing form.
2. Complete all sections with as much detail as you can. We ask for a lot of detail because it helps us understand your preferences and vision. Don't hesitate to call to discuss or ask questions.
3. Bring or send your finishing into the store.
4. Wait for the magic!