Green Dragon — Counted Cross Stitch Bookmark Kit

Green Dragon is a cross stitch bookmark kit: a green Chinese dragon with an orange belly winds down the bookmark beneath a yellow sun.

At a glance: 2.36 × 7.70 in (6 × 19.5 cm) · 8 colors · 16-count Aida · partial

Who this kit is for

• you love books and want your favorite one to have its own bookmark;
• you’re looking for a gift to go with a book — compact and truly personal;
• you’re stitching for the first time: the compact format and clear chart let you comfortably reach the finish line;
• you collect stitched bookmarks.

Why you’ll succeed

• Detailed instructions in the kit — step by step, from the first cross to the finished piece.
• Color chart with symbols — one square equals one stitch, so it’s easy to keep your place.
• About 50% extra floss — so you can redo a stitch without worry.
• Video lessons: how to make a cross stitch bookmark, 3 tips for your first project, how to stitch the bookmark together and backstitch.
• We’re here for you — if you have a question, just message us, we’re always happy to help. For caring for the finished piece, see How to Care for Embroidery.

Kit contents

• color chart with symbols;
• two pieces of white 16-count Aida fabric, for the front and back of the bookmark;
• Peri embroidery floss in 8 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: A Chinese dragon under the sun, a symbol of strength and luck.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Compact format: the finished bookmark, 2.36 × 7.70 in, sits comfortably between book pages.
• Detail stitches: Backstitch add outlines, small accents.

Did you know?

In Chinese culture the dragon stands for strength, wisdom and good fortune rather than danger, as in European legends. Green belongs to the Wood element in the Chinese calendar, and 2024 was the Year of the Wood (Green) Dragon.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

What else do I need?

Just scissors. You can add crane embroidery scissors to your order.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship worldwide.

Who designed the chart?

Lyudmyla Yermilova, designer at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: KSK2-200
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Finished design size: 2.36 × 7.70 in (6 × 19.5 cm)
• Number of colors: 8
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: 16-count Aida
• Fabric color: white

Add Green Dragon to your cart and give your favorite book a bookmark of its own.