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Tree of Life embroidery hoop kit

Tree of Life embroidery hoop kit

$32.00 USD
$32.00 USD
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The Tree of Life folk embroidery hoop kit is inspired by a textile fragment featuring a cypress tree, a motif with a rich and layered history. The cypress originated as a Persian symbol, traveled into ancient Roman and Greek art as a motif of mourning, and in the Christian era became overlaid with connotations of eternal life, a truly cross-cultural motif with deep meaning in many traditions. Stitched in rose, blue, golden olive, and alizarin pink with an intricate circular border. The Kona cotton comes pre-stamped with the design so you can pick up your needle and start stitching straight away.

What you'll make: A 6" embroidery hoop to display

What's in your kit:

  • Kona cotton pre-stamped with design
  • DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
  • John James size 7 embroidery needle
  • Stitch diagram
  • Stitch instruction booklet
  • Felt for backing
  • 6" beechwood hoop

Stitches used: Backstitch, satin stitch, French knot, chain stitch Skill level: Beginner

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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