Summer — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Summer — a cross stitch kit: a forest stream between birches and pines, with bright wildflowers and a path along the bank. Full coverage in three strands for a painterly summer scene.

At a glance: 9.06 × 11.81 in (23 × 30 cm) · 25 colors · 14-count Aida · full coverage

A lovely choice if…

• you want a heartfelt gift for a fellow stitcher;
• you’ve been dreaming of a statement piece for your wall;
• you want to collect the whole Four Seasons series.

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

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a forest stream and wildflowers.
• Full coverage: the whole fabric is stitched, so the finished piece looks like a real painting.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 9.06 × 11.81 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

The Four Seasons series has four pictures. The others: Spring, Autumn and Winter.

Did you know?

Summer in Vivaldi’s Four Seasons starts in heavy heat and ends with a dramatic thunderstorm, one of the most recognizable passages in classical music.

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 Mykhailo Dombrovskyi, designers at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P5-018
• Chart designers: Lyudmyla Yermilova, Mykhailo Dombrovskyi
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 9.06 × 11.81 in (23 × 30 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 13.0 × 15.7 in (33 × 40 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 25
• Stitches: full cross stitch with three strands, full cross stitch with two strands
• Coverage: full
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

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