Thessalonian Stars
Cross Stitch Kit

The Santorini Stars cross stitch folk embroidery kit is something a little different in the Avlea collection as it is the only design stitched with Appleton's crewel wools rather than DMC floss. The wools give this striking geometric border from the Greek islands a soft, vintage quality with blues... Read more about Santorini Stars - Cross Stitch Kit

The Mediterranean Floral cross stitch folk embroidery kit holds a special place in the Avlea collection as my first table runner design. I found the original pattern in a vintage needlework book in Thessaloniki, and the flowers have an overblown, lush quality that speaks to Venetian aesthetic... Read more about Mediterranean Floral - Cross Stitch Kit

The Silviana cross stitch folk embroidery kit is adapted from a vintage textile from Greece. Featuring repeating cypress trees, geometric motifs, and a striking use of negative space, it is a classic example of how folk embroidery can be simple yet complex. Stitched on 25ct evenweave, it makes a... Read more about Silviana - Cross Stitch Kit

This cross stitch kit contains 14 count flaxen evenweave fabric, woolen and acrylic yarn, one needle and one color chart. Finished Size: 4 1/4" x 3 1/4".

The Demetra cross stitch folk embroidery kit is inspired by a fragment of a vintage Greek needlework pattern showing motifs commonly found in Cretan textiles. Diamonds, stars, and chi (Xs) motifs form a vibrant border in an easy-to-stitch square cloth that can be used in a basket or on a table. This... Read more about Demetra - Cross Stitch Kit

The Byzantine Rose cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a stunning ode to the Byzantine artistic influence on Greek folk embroidery. Stylized roses are set within octagons bordered by intricate meanders, and stitched in a traditional palette of black, red, and soft olive on Ashwood linen. In... Read more about Byzantine Rose - Cross Stitch Kit

The Aegean Octagon cross stitch folk embroidery kit is built around one of the oldest geometric motifs in the Mediterranean textile tradition, used here in a clever format stitched as large Xs at the center of the cloth and reversed into octagons in the border. The monochromatic colorway gives it a... Read more about Aegean Octagon Table Runner - Cross Stitch Kit

Kit Includes: Beads, treasures, perforated paper/pvc, floss, needles, magnet, chart and instructions. Finished size: 2.5" x 2.5".

While we still have kits in stock with Perforated Paper, newer Mill Hill kits are now being made with Perforated PVC. We were skeptical at first, but... Read more about Tomato Pincushion - Beaded Cross Stitch Kit

The Corfu Wildflowers cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a profusion of traditional floral motifs inspired by historic textiles from the Greek islands and stitched in a classic Mediterranean palette of terra cotta, alizarin, antique blue, deep green, and golden olive. It's a rich, layered design... Read more about Corfu Wildflowers - Cross Stitch Kit

The Ukrainian Tulips cross stitch folk embroidery kit is a lavish geometric border design in the great tradition of Ukrainian folk embroidery, where simple elements combine and repeat to create something genuinely intricate and beautiful. Traditionally worked in high contrast red, green, and orange,... Read more about Ukrainian Tulips - Cross Stitch Kit

The Byzantine Scroll and Meander Blue cross stitch folk embroidery kit features three lavish borders drawn from the decorative vocabulary of Byzantine art. Worked in just two colors, the outlining of the lighter shade creates a surprising amount of intricacy and contrast and is a striking example of... Read more about Byzantine Scroll & Meander Blue - Cross Stitch Kit

The Thracian Rose folk embroidery kit is a graceful example of traditional folk embroidery, this design originates in a vintage embroidery from Greece. Large, stylized roses are set within the corners of a simple repeating floral border for an intricate yet delicate effect. Worked in the same color... Read more about Thracian Rose - Cross Stitch Kit

The Somerset Meander cross stitch folk embroidery kit is inspired by the mosaic floor patterns of British architect and designer Owen Jones, whose work I was introduced to in my early twenties. A vibrant central meander is flanked by a secondary meander border on the perimeter and a small pearled... Read more about Somerset Meander - Cross Stitch Kit

The Santorini Floral folk embroidery kit is inspired by a vintage Greek embroidery and showcases colorful floral sprays set within a graceful blue border that are reminiscent of the iconic flowers and blue rooflines of the island of Santorini. The center of the design features a diamond-in-square... Read more about Santorini Floral - Cross Stitch Kit

Cross stitch cushion kit from Vervaco featuring a mother and baby deer.

Kit includes 4.5 Ct. Hand Painted large hole Canvas 100% Cotton, thread, needles and instructions. Finished size: 16" x 16".

Cross stitch cushion kit from Vervaco featuring a robin on a snowy branch.

Kit includes 4.5 Ct. Hand Painted large hole Canvas 100% Cotton, thread, needles and instructions. Finished size: 16" x 16".

The Aegean Arbor cross stitch folk embroidery kit brings the feeling of a shady Mediterranean garden into your stitching - stylized flowers, fences, and little garden paths worked in soft warm blue and two shades of golden olive on heirloom-quality linen. The palette is calm and the stitching deeply... Read more about Aegean Arbor Table Runner - Cross Stitch Kit

In a delightful multi-cultural exchange, the BitKit Scandinavian Stars folk embroidery kit features a striking star motif which comes from a vintage Swedish needlework booklet showcasing Greek folk embroidery designs. The blue and white color palette is just at home in Greece as Sweden and the white... Read more about BitKit Scandinavian Stars - Cross Stitch Kit

Cross stitch kit from Riolis featuring a cushion with intricate blue flowers! Also works as a panel.

Kit contains Zweigart 14 count white Aida, woolen / acrylic thread in 10 colors, color chart, and needle. Finished Size: 15 3/4" x 15 3/4". Kit also includes a fabric for the back of the cushion

The Venetian Coins folk embroidery kit features a repeating geometric design that reminded me of coins made throughout the medieval world, often featuring cross designs. Worked in shades of pewter gray and olive green to mimic the metals from which old coins were minted, this design can be worked in... Read more about Venetian Coins - Cross Stitch Kit

Mediterranean Sampler folk embroidery kit features four common motifs used in Mediterranean art: the cross, the star, the carnation, and the scroll. These motifs are seen in woodcarving, stonework, textiles, and painted architectural borders from antiquity through the age of Byzantium and are seen... Read more about Mediterranean Sampler - Cross Stitch Kit

Cross stitch kit from Riolis featuring a table topper with a geometric winter design with stars!

Kit contains 2 Anchor stranded cotton, Zweigart 14ct. red AIDA, chart and needle. Size is 17.75" x 17.75"

The Kalamata Courtyard cross stitch folk embroidery kit is adapted from a vintage embroidery pattern from the Peloponnesian region of Greece, an area with a long and venerable history of beautiful textiles. The intricate outlining and juxtaposition of floral and geometric elements worked in bright... Read more about Kalamata Courtyard - Cross Stitch Kit