Apple Branch — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Apple Branch — a cross stitch kit after a postcard by German artist Catharina Klein: a branch of ripe golden-blushed apples and green leaves. A companion to the Pear Branch; together they make a lovely pair for a kitchen or living room.

At a glance: 6.69 × 14.57 in (17 × 37 cm) · 20 colors · 16-count Aida · partial coverage

Who this kit is for

• you love botanical art and vintage postcards;
• you’re looking for a gift for someone who loves handmade things, something stitched by hand never gets lost among other presents;
• you want a statement piece for your wall and are happy to spend a few weeks of cozy evenings on it;
• you want art for your kitchen or dining room;

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, 3 tips for your first project and how to finish your embroidery.
• 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 16-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 20 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: an apple branch in the style of Catharina Klein.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 6.69 × 14.57 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Make It a Pair

Our Catharina Klein branches are a pair. The other one: Pear Branch.

Did you know?

American folk hero Johnny Appleseed, John Chapman, spent decades in the early 1800s planting apple nurseries across Ohio, Indiana and Illinois.

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?

Lyudmyla Yermilova, designer at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P7-008
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 6.69 × 14.57 in (17 × 37 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 10.6 × 18.5 in (27 × 47 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 20
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 16-count Aida

Add Apple Branch to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.