Siesta — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Siesta — a cross stitch kit: a window with blue shutters, climbing ivy, a bench with cushions and potted flowers by a warm brick wall. A cozy Italian courtyard corner to wait out the midday heat.

At a glance: 11.02 × 10.24 in (28 × 26 cm) · 25 colors · 14-count Aida · partial coverage

Who it’s for

• For anyone who loves Mediterranean style and cozy corners.
• A gift for a fellow stitcher, the kind that never gets lost among other presents.
• For anyone who wants a statement piece for the wall and a few weeks of cozy evenings.

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 25 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: shutters, a bench and potted flowers.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 11.02 × 10.24 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

More cozy Italian corners: Wisteria Terrace and Italian Steps.

The vibe

Midday quiet, ivy shade and the scent of sun-warmed flowers. Siesta isn’t laziness, it’s the art of pausing in the middle of the day, and stitching teaches it just as well.

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 and Oleksandra Chaitsyna, designers at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P5-010
• Chart designers: Lyudmyla Yermilova, Oleksandra Chaitsyna
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 11.02 × 10.24 in (28 × 26 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 15.0 × 14.2 in (38 × 36 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, half cross stitch with two strands, backstitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

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