Pumpkin Ghost — Halloween Counted Cross Stitch Bookmark Kit

Pumpkin Ghost is a Halloween cross stitch bookmark kit: a grey ghost rises out of a jack-o’-lantern while three bats fly above. The edge is finished with buttonhole stitch.

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

Who this kit is for

• you wait all year for spooky stories and cozy autumn reading;
• you’re looking for a gift to go with a horror, mystery or fantasy novel;
• 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 6 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: A ghost, a pumpkin and bats, three Halloween symbols together.
• 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?

Bats have been linked to Halloween since the days of Samhain: the bonfires drew insects, and the insects drew bats. That is how they became part of the autumn festivities.

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: KSK2-220
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Finished design size: 2.36 × 7.70 in (6 × 19.5 cm)
• Number of colors: 6
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch, buttonhole stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: 16-count Aida
• Fabric color: white

Add Pumpkin Ghost to your cart and make this Halloween a little cozier.