Summer Still Life — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Summer Still Life — a cross stitch kit: sunflowers in a clay vase with pears, plums and green grapes. A warm, generous still life of late summer.

At a glance: 8.66 × 8.86 in (22 × 22.5 cm) · 18 colors · 16-count Aida · partial coverage

Who it’s for

• For anyone who loves still lifes and sunflowers.
• A gift for anyone who loves handmade things: something stitched by hand is always remembered.
• For anyone who wants a statement piece for the wall and a few weeks of cozy evenings.
• A Mother’s Day or birthday gift.

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 stem stitch.
• 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 16-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 18 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: sunflowers with fruit.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 8.66 × 8.86 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

More summer bouquets: Summer Flowers, Bouquet with Poppies and Nasturtium.

What the sunflower means

The sunflower is the national flower of Ukraine, one of the world’s largest sunflower growers, and the state flower of Kansas. It stands for loyalty and joy, always turning toward the sun.

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?

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

Kit details

• SKU: P6-010
• Chart designer: Oleksandra Chaitsyna
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 8.66 × 8.86 in (22 × 22.5 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 12.6 × 12.8 in (32 × 32.5 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 18
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands, full cross stitch with one strand, half cross stitch with one strand, stem stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 16-count Aida

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