Beltane — Counted Cross Stitch Bookmark Kit

Beltane — a cross stitch bookmark kit: a maypole streaming with colorful ribbons, a festive bonfire and the words BLESSED BELTANE. A celebration of blossoming, fire and the start of summer.

At a glance: 2.36 × 7.70 in (6 × 19.5 cm) · 9 colors · 16-count Aida · partial coverage

Who this kit is for

• you celebrate the Wheel of the Year and celebrate Beltane on May 1;
• you’re looking for a gift to go with a book — compact and truly personal;
• you’re stitching for the first time: the compact 2.36 × 7.70 in format and clear chart let you comfortably reach the finish line;
• you’d like to stitch a matching pair, one for you and one for a friend.

Why you’ll succeed

• Detailed instructions in the kit — step by step, from the first cross to the finished bookmark, edge included.
• 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 9 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a ribboned maypole and a bonfire.
• 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.

Collect the series

The Wheel of the Year bookmark series follows the eight seasonal festivals. Other bookmarks in the series: Samhain, Imbolc, Ostara, Litha, Lammas, Mabon and Yule.

Did you know?

Every April 30 thousands gather on Calton Hill in Edinburgh for the Beltane Fire Festival, a modern revival held since 1988.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

How do I finish the edge?

Edge-finishing instructions come with the kit. The second piece of Aida covers the back, so the bookmark looks neat on both sides, and the video on stitching the bookmark together shows every step.

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: KSK2-271
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Finished size: 2.36 × 7.70 in (6 × 19.5 cm)
• Number of colors: 9
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch, buttonhole stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 16-count Aida

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