Rothenburg — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Rothenburg — a cross stitch kit: the fairy-tale Plönlein corner in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a half-timbered house at a cobblestone fork between two towers. Germany’s most photographed medieval spot.

At a glance: 8.66 × 11.42 in (22 × 29 cm) · 32 colors · 14-count Aida · full coverage

You’ll love this kit if…

• you love medieval towns and Germany;
• 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 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 32 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a half-timbered house and medieval towers.
• Full coverage: the whole fabric is stitched, so the finished piece looks like a real painting.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 8.66 × 11.42 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

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

Did you know?

Rothenburg is said to have inspired the village in Disney’s Pinocchio, and the Plönlein corner in this design is one of the most famous postcard views in Germany.

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: P5-027
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 8.66 × 11.42 in (22 × 29 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 12.6 × 15.4 in (32 × 39 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 32
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, backstitch
• Coverage: full
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

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