By the Stable — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

By the Stable — a cross stitch kit: a bay horse leaning out of the stable door toward two puppies looking up at him. A warm country scene about friendship.

At a glance: 9.45 × 13.78 in (24 × 35 cm) · 16 colors · 14-count Aida · partial coverage

You’ll love this kit if…

• you love horses and dogs;
• you need a gift that won’t get lost among the others;
• you want a statement piece for your wall and a few weeks of cozy evenings;
• you want art for a farmhouse or country home.

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 14-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 16 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a horse and two puppies at the stable.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 9.45 × 13.78 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

Another horse kit: Galloping Horses.

Did you know?

Horses can doze standing up thanks to a “stay apparatus” that locks their legs without tiring the muscles, but for deep sleep they lie down.

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: P4-017
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 9.45 × 13.78 in (24 × 35 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 13.4 × 17.7 in (34 × 45 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 16
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

Add By the Stable to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.