Krista West, designer of Avlea Folk Embroidery, sitting at a table with embroideries in front of her

Welcome to Avlea!

Welcome to my collection of folk embroidery kits inspired by authentic folk textiles from around the world! I'm Krista West, owner and designer, and I hope you'll enjoy my designs as much as I enjoy creating them. I study folk embroidery traditions and textiles to bring you designs that are historically-inspired yet adapted for modern crafters with easy-to-follow charts and instructions and helpful how-to videos. Woohoo! You'll be stitching soon!

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Iris Paintbox cross stitch folk embroidery design with geometric blocks of color and black backstitch outlining

What's in an Avlea kit?

Each Avlea kit is made by hand in my studio in Central Oregon with specialty imported fabrics for an authentic folk embroidery stitching experience. I cut the fabric and serge the raw edges, then add hand-wound DMC embroidery floss, full-color charts, and a John James needle. My kits give you the opportunity to experience folk embroidery with the kind of fabrics that have been used for centuries.

Looking to explore folk embroidery?

  • Choose a kit

    I've designed my kits to give you a wonderful stitching experience with authentic fabrics and full color charts.

    Cross stitch kits 

  • Let's stitch!

    Need help getting started? Vist my how-to videos to get started on your folk embroidery journey.

    How To videos 

  • Learn a finishing technique

    Folk embroidery is both practical and beautiful. Let me share some of my favorite finishing ideas.

    Finishing ideas 
Find a folk embroidery kit!

Avlea stitchers share...

  • Golden Celandine repeating Greek folk embroidery cross stitch design in gold with a border of green and navy

    I've fallen completely in love with your work! I'm in sr. leadership at one of the big tech companies, and my co-workers often gently tease me about my 'grandma' hobbies. But, now that I've started decorating my office with pieces from you, they are all astonished at how beautiful and timeless the works are!

    Chelsea C.

    Golden Celandine 
  • Arcadian Peony Greek folk embroidery cross stitch table runner with large peony flowers in a warm Mediterranean palette

    I received my "Arcadian Peony" embroidery kit today and I couldn't be more pleased - even the packaging was exquisite. I'm delighted with the quality of materials, clear instructions, and beautiful color choices. Thank you for creating these lovely kits. I'm so looking forward to stitching!
    Amy F.

    Arcadian Peony 
  • Kalamata Courtyard folk embroidery design with stylized florets and a repeating geometric border of arrow shapes

    It's been an absolute joy to stitch -- it's quick, easy, meditative, and I love the geometric designs that play with negative space.

    Rachael M.

    Kalamata Courtyard hoop kit