Trick or Treat — Halloween Counted Cross Stitch Bookmark Kit

Trick or Treat is a Halloween cross stitch bookmark kit: a spider on its web at the top, candies and a fish-bone treat below, the words TRICK OR TREAT in the middle, and a swirl lollipop at the bottom.

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, 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 6 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: TRICK OR TREAT with a spider and candies.
• 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?

Going door to door for treats goes back to medieval British and Irish customs, when people in costume sang or recited verses in exchange for food. Trick-or-treating as we know it took off in North America in the 20th century.

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: KSK2-215
• 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
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: 16-count Aida
• Fabric color: white

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