• folk embroidery with blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with blue floral design
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Blue Larkspur cross stitch folk embroidery kit

Blue Larkspur cross stitch folk embroidery kit

$68.00 USD
$68.00 USD
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The Blue Larkspur cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a stunning border design that's a classic in Greek folk embroidery of the 20th century. Graceful larkspur fills each corner while stylized primrose sprigs run along the sides, each one originating in a broad leaf that pierces the outer border to create a striking diamond-within-a-square arrangement. This subtle contrast between the floral and the geometric makes the design a delight to stitch and delightful to enjoy in your home. Stitched in antique blue and terra cotta with accents of golden olive and turquoise, it's one of my all-time favorite designs.

What you'll make: A 20 x 20" decorative table square (can also be finished as a cushion cover; lining not included in kit)

What's in your kit:

  • One 23 x 23" piece of 30ct European linen in Vanilla
  • DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
  • John James size 24 cross stitch needle
  • Full color chart and instructions

Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch Skill level: Confident Beginner Stitch count: 10,928 cross stitches, 1,104 backstitches (223 x 223 stitch area)

Please note: the drawn thread hem finishing shown in the photos has to be done after the design is stitched; the fabric in your kit will come with the raw edges serged so they don't unravel while you are stitching.

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Historically-inspired, modern-made!

Avlea Folk Embroidery brings ancient beauty to the modern world with beautiful folk embroidery kits of the finest quality. I design and make each kit by hand in my Central Oregon studio, to give you a wonderful stitching experience no matter your skill level.

Why is folk fabric so special?

Folk fabrics have been used for hundreds of years to make folk costumes and household embroideries. When you work a cross stitch design on them, they give your stitching a beautiful texture and are a delight to stitch on, plus they're made to stand up to daily use. I source mine from a 3rd-generation family mill in Athens, Greece so you can have an authentic stitching experience.

What if I'm new to cross stitch?

One of the wonderful things about cross stitch folk embroidery is that you can learn how to do it in a couple of hours and enjoy it for a lifetime! If you're new, watch my How To Cross Stitch video to get started on your folk embroidery journey.

How to videos

So, you've been stitching a while now?

I can't wait to share traditional folk embroidery with you! The intricate designs, the unique color palettes, the wonderful texture of folk fabrics will provide you with stitching joy. I suggest browsing my Runners & Squares sections as they have the most intricate designs to appeal to an experienced stitcher and every design is available as a kit or a PDF pattern.

Cross stitch runners & squares