This should be done after the banner is finished so no paint or mediums get on the stitching. Fold the top of the banner over allowing adequate room for a rod as well as the stitching. Temporarily hold it in place with tape so that it doesn't shift while you are working. Use embroidery floss or yarn and a decorative stitch. Tip: once you have selected the embroidery stitch that you would like to use you can pre-pierce the layers with a pointy tool, like an ice pick, to facilitate passage of the needle.
