Africa: Elephant — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Africa: Elephant — a cross stitch kit: a blue elephant with a little bird on his back among palm leaves, with a bright zigzag border below. A companion to the Lion for a child’s room.

At a glance: 5.11 × 5.71 in (13 × 14.5 cm) · 9 colors · 14-count Aida · partial coverage

A lovely choice if…

• you’re creating a safari-themed nursery;
• you want a heartfelt gift for a fellow stitcher;
• you want a first project you’ll actually finish;
• you’re decorating a nursery or want to stitch together with a child.

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 start cross stitch with two strands, how to finish your embroidery, French knot and stem stitch.
• We’re here for you — if you have a question, just message us, we’re always happy to help. For caring for the stitched design, see How to Care for Embroidery.

Kit contents

• color chart with symbols;
• white 14-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 9 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: an elephant, a bird and an ethnic border.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 5.11 × 5.71 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

“Africa” is a set of two kits. The other one: Africa: Lion.

Did you know?

Elephants talk in rumbles too low for people to hear, and other elephants can pick them up miles away, even through their feet.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

What else do I need?

Just scissors and, if you like, a hoop or a frame. You can add crane embroidery scissors and a bamboo hoop to your order.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship worldwide.

Who designed the chart?

Tetiana Zharoid, designer at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P1-006
• Chart designer: Tetiana Zharoid
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 5.11 × 5.71 in (13 × 14.5 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 9.1 × 9.6 in (23 × 24.5 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 9
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, French knot, stem stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

Add Africa: Elephant to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.