''NEW! Carpathian Bluebells cross stitch folk embroidery kit

The Carpathian Bluebells cross stitch folk embroidery kit centers on a classic eight-petal flower, a motif that turns up across folk embroidery traditions from the Balkans to the British Isles, and never loses its appeal. This version originated in Ukrainian folk embroidery and I've reimagined it in a multi-colored palette that feels both traditional and fresh. The Mikini fabric is a joy to stitch for its crisp thread definition.

A relatively compact design, it stitches up into a lovely narrow table runner — the kind of piece that looks beautiful in a small space and makes a wonderful first folk embroidery project.

What you'll make: A 9x15" table runner

What's in your kit:

• One 11 x 17" piece of 30ct 100% cotton Mikini in white
• DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
• John James size 24 cross stitch needle
• Full color chart and instructions

Stitches used: Cross stitch Skill level: Confident beginner Stitch count: 8,894 cross stitches (107 × 197 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.