Italian Steps — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Italian Steps — a cross stitch kit: old stone steps winding between warm ochre houses in a little Italian town, framed by pink flowers. A sunny Mediterranean scene.

At a glance: 8.66 × 13.39 in (22 × 34 cm) · 37 colors · 14-count Aida · full coverage

A lovely choice if…

• you’re dreaming of Italy or missing it;
• you want a heartfelt gift for a fellow stitcher;
• you love big projects and cozy evenings of stitching;
• you love to travel and want a keepsake of a city you’ve visited, or dream of visiting.

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;
• white 14-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 37 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: stone steps and flowers in an Italian town.
• Full coverage: the whole fabric is stitched, so the finished piece looks like a real painting.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 8.66 × 13.39 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

More European cities to stitch: Rothenburg and Charles Bridge at Night.

The vibe

Stitch by stitch you can almost hear shutters opening above, smell coffee and sun-warmed stone, and follow the steps down to the sea. A little piece of Italy to keep close.

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: P5-022
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 8.66 × 13.39 in (22 × 34 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 12.6 × 17.3 in (32 × 44 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 37
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, full cross stitch with one strand, backstitch
• Coverage: full
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

Add Italian Steps to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.