• cross stitch folk embroidery with ukrainian tulip design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with ukrainian tulip design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with ukrainian tulip design
  • cross stitch folk embroidery with ukrainian tulip design
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Ukrainian Tulips cross stitch folk embroidery kit

Ukrainian Tulips cross stitch folk embroidery kit

$42.00 USD
$42.00 USD
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The Ukrainian Tulips cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a lavish geometric border design in the great tradition of Ukrainian folk embroidery, where simple elements combine and repeat to create something genuinely intricate and beautiful. Traditionally worked in high contrast red, green, and orange, I reimagined this in a warmer, more saturated palette of ruby, dark turquoise, blue-green, golden olive, and deep grey that coordinates beautifully with modern home interiors. The result feels both deeply traditional and completely contemporary. The vintage embroidery I used as inspiration was found by a friend at a thrift shop for a few dollars and I like to think we've saved this design for the next generation!

What you'll make: A 17 x 17" decorative table square or cushion cover (cushion backing not included)

What's in your kit:

  • One 18 x 18" piece of 26ct 100% cotton Mikini in ivory
  • DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
  • John James size 24 cross stitch needle
  • Full color chart and instructions

Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch Skill level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate Stitch count: 16,720 cross stitches, 1,024 backstitches (177 x 177 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.

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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