Mulberry Leaf Cross Stitch Kit by Avlea Folk Embroidery.
The Mulberry Leaf cross stitch folk embroidery kit is an intricate, deeply satisfying design featuring a stylised mulberry leaf motif worked in deep blue and terra cotta, colors that echo the historic silk textiles this pattern pays homage to. The border mirrors along each edge in a way that creates a remarkable use of negative space; it's one of those designs that looks more complex than it stitches. A huge thank you to my friend Rachel sharing this amazing design with me!
The mulberry leaf is an homage to sericulture — silk production — which flourished during the Byzantine Empire and is still practiced in parts of Greece today. This embroidery is truly a connection to a magnificent textile past!
What you'll make: A 23.5 x 23.5" decorative table square
What's in your kit:
- One 27 x 27" piece of 26ct 100% cotton Traditional Groundcloth in natural
- DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
- John James size 24 cross stitch needle
- Full colour chart and instructions
Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch
Skill level: Confident Beginner to Intermediate
Stitch count: 19,504 cross stitches, 21,808 backstitches (275 × 275 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.