• cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with olive branch design
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Olive Branch cross stitch folk embroidery PDF pattern

Olive Branch cross stitch folk embroidery PDF pattern

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The Olive Branch cross stitch folk embroidery PDF pattern features a simple olive branch alternating with a geometric border in a restful green palette, worked in the allover format that is so characteristic of Greek household textiles. It's a soothing design to stitch because the repeat is easy to memorize, and the finished runner has a quiet, understated elegance that works beautifully on a coffee table, bookshelf, or sideboard. I have this on a console table in my studio and I never tire of its fresh elegance.

The olive branch is one of the oldest and most enduring motifs in Mediterranean art, and this designs showcases its amazing versatility across artistic media.

What you'll make: A 12 x 20" table runner

Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch Skill level: Beginner Stitch count: 7,697 cross stitches, 2,856 backstitches (129 x 232 stitch area)

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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.

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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