Anthemion Mini Wall Hanging Folk Embroidered Kit by Avlea Folk Embroidery.
The Anthemion folk embroidery kit takes its name from the Greek word for flower or blossom, and it showcases a vibrant floral motif drawn straight from the Greek folk embroidery tradition. Worked in a fabulous traditional palette of terra cotta, alizarin, peacock blue, gold, rosewood, and green on Essex cotton-linen, the design is stitched in the traditional manner using just two classic stitches--approachable for a beginner and deeply satisfying to work. Finished as a mini wall hanging on a beechwood tapestry rod, it's a beautiful alternative to displaying in an embroidery hoop and a genuine little piece of textile art to enjoy every day. I learned this stitch technique on my last trip to Greece and this was one of my favorite stitching projects all year!
What you'll make: A 14cm x 21.5cm (5.5" x 8.5") mini wall hanging
What's in your kit:
- One 10 x 10" piece of Essex cotton-linen stamped with design
- One 8 x 10" piece of Essex cotton-linen for lining
- DMC 6-strand embroidery threads
- John James size 7 embroidery needle
- 6" beechwood tapestry rod
- Full colour chart and instructions
Stitches used: Stem stitch, Romanian couching
Skill level: Beginner
What does "beginner" mean for this kit? You can start here with no cross stitch experience at all. This design uses simple stitches throughout, and the full color chart and instructions walk you through from the first stitch. I have specifically designed this kit with a beginner in mind.