Charles Bridge at Night — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Charles Bridge at Night — a cross stitch kit on black Aida: Prague’s Charles Bridge at night, lanterns glowing on old stone and towers reflected in the Vltava in gold and violet. An atmospheric night scene that seems to glow.

At a glance: 8.66 × 11.61 in (22 × 29.5 cm) · 25 colors · 14-count Aida · partial coverage

A lovely choice if…

• you fell in love with Prague or want a souvenir of your trip;
• you want a heartfelt gift for a fellow stitcher;
• you love big projects and cozy evenings of stitching;
• you want to try stitching on black Aida.

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 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 stitched design, see How to Care for Embroidery.

Kit contents

• color chart with symbols;
• black 14-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 25 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: night-time Prague glowing on black fabric.
• Black Aida: the fabric becomes the night sky, and the floss colors practically glow against it.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 8.66 × 11.61 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

More European cities to stitch: Rothenburg and Lviv.

Did you know?

King Charles IV laid the bridge’s first stone on July 9, 1357, at 5:31 a.m. The time was chosen by astrologers because it reads the same both ways: 1357 9 7 5 31.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

Is it hard to stitch on black Aida?

It takes a little getting used to, but it’s very doable: work in good light and lay a light-colored cloth under the fabric so the holes are easy to see.

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: P5-030
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 8.66 × 11.61 in (22 × 29.5 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 12.6 × 15.6 in (32 × 39.5 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 25
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: black 14-count Aida

Add Charles Bridge at Night to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.