• Cross-stitched cushions with geometric patterns on a woven surface
  • Decorative cross stitch pincushions on a woven surface
  • Cross-stitched coasters with geometric patterns on a woven surface
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Aegean Ornaments Red cross stitch folk embroidery kit

Aegean Ornaments Red cross stitch folk embroidery kit

$36.00 USD
$36.00 USD
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The Aegean Ornaments cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a delightful collection of four traditional folk embroidery motifs--a sawtooth diamond, a stylized tulip, an eight-pointed star, and an allover design. Each one is a small gem of the folk embroidery tradition. Stitched in terra cotta and green with brown-grey accents, the set can be finished as ornaments, coasters, pincushions, or any small project of your choosing, and the kit includes fabric and lining for all four. They make wonderful gifts, and a set stitched and displayed together is charming!

What you'll make: A set of 4 ornaments (can also be finished as pincushions, coasters, or other small projects)

What's in your kit:

  • One 13 x 13" piece of 30ct 100% cotton Mikini in white
  • One 10 x 10" piece of cotton lining fabric
  • 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: Sawtooth diamond: 1,313 cross stitches (57 x 57 stitch area) / Stylized tulip: 1,376 cross stitches (57 x 57 stitch area) / Eight-pointed star: 1,172 cross stitches, 368 backstitches (60 x 60 stitch area) / Allover design: 2,124 cross stitches (58 x 58 stitch area)

Finishing video here and blog post here

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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