Koi Carps — Counted Cross Stitch Bookmark Kit

Koi Carps is a cross stitch bookmark kit: two golden-orange koi swim toward each other among pale blue ripples. The edge is finished with buttonhole stitch.

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, how to stitch the bookmark together, backstitch and how to finish the bookmark edge with buttonhole stitch.
• 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 pair of koi, a symbol of love and perseverance.
• 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 and buttonhole stitch add outlines, small accents and a neat edge.

Did you know?

In a Chinese legend, a carp that leaps the Dragon Gate waterfall on the Yellow River turns into a dragon, which is why koi stand for perseverance. In Japan a pair of koi symbolizes love and harmony.

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: KSK2-242
• 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, buttonhole stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: 16-count Aida
• Fabric color: white

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