Yummy Watermelon — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Yummy Watermelon — a cross stitch kit: a curly-haired toddler happily biting into a huge slice of watermelon. The tastiest picture of summer, for a kitchen or nursery.

At a glance: 7.87 × 5.12 in (20 × 13 cm) · 18 colors · 14-count Aida · partial coverage

Who this kit is for

• you want bright art for a kitchen or nursery;
• you’re looking for a gift for someone who loves handmade things, something stitched by hand never gets lost among other presents;
• you want a statement piece for your wall and are happy to spend a few weeks of cozy evenings on it;
• you need a gift for new parents;

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

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: a toddler with a slice of watermelon.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 7.87 × 5.12 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Did you know?

National Watermelon Day is celebrated in the US every August 3, and watermelon is the official state vegetable of Oklahoma.

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: P2-006
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 7.87 × 5.12 in (20 × 13 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 11.8 × 9.1 in (30 × 23 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 18
• Stitches: full cross stitch with three strands, stem stitch
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 14-count Aida

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