• folk embroidery with pink and blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with pink and blue floral design
  • folk embroidery with pink and blue floral design
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Calliope's Meadow cross stitch folk embroidery kit

Calliope's Meadow cross stitch folk embroidery kit

$44.00 USD
$44.00 USD
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The Calliope's Meadow cross stitch folk embroidery kit is inspired by a tiny border on a traditional bed curtain from the Greek islands. Carnations alternate with tiny flower bud sprays in a fresh palette of alizarin, green, and blue. Great for beginners and a terrific introduction to Greek folk embroidery and stitching on folk fabrics. 

The original bed curtain embroidery has a fascinating history: it was purchased in Greece by Wace and Dawkins (a pair of British folk embroidery researchers) in the late 1800s, and sold to the famous designer, William Morris, who in turn, gifted it to his daughter, May Morris. May was famous in her own right for her embroidery designs and skill, and I love to think how the original embroidery made its winding way back to someone who would treasure it!

What you'll make: A 15 x 22" table runner (can also be finished as a cushion cover or wall hanging)

What's in your kit:

  • One 17 x 24" piece of 26ct 100% cotton Traditional Groundcloth in natural
  • DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
  • John James size 24 cross stitch needle
  • Full color chart and instructions

Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch Skill level: Beginner Stitch count: 7,098 cross stitches, backstitches (115 x 201 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