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Stitched in antique blue and terra cotta with accents of golden olive and turquoise, it's one of my all-time favorite designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 20 x 20\" decorative table square (can also be finished as a cushion cover; lining not included in kit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 23 x 23\" piece of 30ct European linen in Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch, backstitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident Beginner \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,928 cross stitches, 1,104 backstitches (223 x 223 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"confident beginner\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you've cross stitched at least a little and you're comfortable following a charted pattern. 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Tulips, cornflowers, and carnations are gathered together with scrolling leaves and grounded by a geometric border. Reimagined in a cheerful palette of coral, alizarin, soft yellow, and green with turquoise accents that gives the whole piece a warmth and vitality that is very hard to resist. This was the first \u003cem\u003eprika \u003c\/em\u003epiece I stitched for my second granddaughter and it is named for her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 20 x 20\" decorative table square (can also be finished as a cushion cover; lining fabric not included in kit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 22 x 22\" piece of 30ct European linen or 30ct Mikini (fabric choice available at checkout)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident Beginner \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23,086 cross stitches (237 x 237 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"confident beginner\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you've cross stitched at least a little and you're comfortable following a charted pattern. 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Yellow and green typically appear as accent colors in historic Greek embroidery, so a design built entirely around them has a freshness and originality that sets it apart. Worked on ivory linen, the soft palette has a quiet luminosity that is very beautiful. This was the very first \u003cem\u003eprika \u003c\/em\u003eembroidery I made for my first grandchild and it holds a special place in my heart as I remember stitching it while waiting to welcome her!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cyclades have one of the richest embroidery traditions in the Greek island world, and this 18th-century cushion cover is a lovely example of a stitcher doing something quietly unexpected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 22 x 22\" decorative table square\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 24 x 24\" piece of 30ct European linen in Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21,752 cross stitches (270 x 270 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"intermediate\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you're ready to settle into a project that will give you many enjoyable stitching sessions. 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Traditionally worked in high contrast red, green, and orange, I reimagined this in a warmer, more saturated palette of ruby, dark turquoise, blue-green, golden olive, and deep grey that coordinates beautifully with modern home interiors. The result feels both deeply traditional and completely contemporary. 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Worked in pewter grey and golden olive to mimic the metals from which those coins were cast, the finished piece has a lovely gravitas that is delightfully different from the floral folk embroidery tradition. This was one of my very first allover designs when I was learning how to take photos and that lemon and olive branch still makes me so happy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 14 x 14\" decorative table square (also suitable as a cushion cover; cushion backing not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 16 x 16\" piece of 26ct 100% cotton Traditional Groundcloth in natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confident Beginner \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,745 cross stitches (137 x 137 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"confident beginner\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you've cross stitched at least a little and you're comfortable following a charted pattern. 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At the center, a compelling diamond-in-square motif ornamented with additional floral sprays anchors the whole design with a beautiful elegance. The palette is stunning: antique blue, deep shell pink, fresh green, alizarin, olive green, and turquoise create a fresh and modern look for this gorgeous vintage design. A wonderful way to experience the delight and charm of Greek folk embroidery!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original embroidery that I took my inspiration from was stitched entirely in red on white: when I started playing around with the palette, I loved seeing how the different elements of the design really came to life when stitched in a multi-colored palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 22 x 22\" decorative table square\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 24 x 24\" piece of 30ct European linen in Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18,337 cross stitches (289 x 289 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"intermediate\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you're ready to settle into a project that will give you many enjoyable stitching sessions. 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The colors evoke the historical dyestuffs of madder red and indigo, worked in alternating shades of blue and terra cotta, and are finished with a delicate geometric border in graduated shades. 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This kit has more stitching than a first project, whether from a larger design, more repeats, or more colors. 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This design originates in a vintage embroidery from Greece. Large, stylized roses are set within the corners of a simple repeating floral border for an intricate yet delicate effect. Worked in the same color palette of terra cotta, grey-brown, blue, yellow, and green as the original and finished as a table square, this striking embroidery brings historic beauty to any home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll make:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 25 x 26\" decorative table square (please note: the Parchment 32ct linen has a slight thread count difference in one direction so the final embroidery is not completely square)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in your kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne 27 x 28\" piece of 32ct 100% European linen in Parchment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDMC 6-strand embroidery floss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn James size 24 cross stitch needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color chart and instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitches used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross stitch, backstitch \u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate \u003cstrong\u003eStitch count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8,216 cross stitches, 15,948 backstitches (423 x 423 stitch area)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does \"intermediate\" mean for this kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means you're ready to settle into a project that will give you many enjoyable stitching sessions. 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The border mirrors along each edge in a way that creates a remarkable use of negative space; it's one of those designs that looks more complex than it stitches. A huge thank you to my friend Rachel for sharing this amazing design with me!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mulberry leaf is an homage to sericulture — silk production — which flourished during the Byzantine Empire and is still practiced in parts of Greece today. 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