Perfect Paradise

28 count, stitched over 2 strands

Jet off to sunnier climes and stitch this intense beachside scene, it will make you feel alive! A tropical scene like this has the power to make you feel both relaxed and energised at the same time. A hammock swings from a palm tree above the hot pinks and reds of the flowers below. Perhaps you're lucky enough to have an exotic holiday booked this year, so you can experience the delight first hand. If not, you can still enjoy a feeling of escapism by stitching your way through this piece. Most of the design area is covered in sttiches, which emans there's so much to see, wherever you look. It's bursting with vibrant colour too, which gives the scene a sense of realism - yes, in many parts of the world the sky really is that blue! You will need: Threads: Stranded cotton, as listed in the key Needle: Size 26 tapestry needle Fabric: 28-count white evenweave measuring 33x38cm (13x15in) Extras: A frame and mount of your choice with a minimum aperture of 23.5x26.5cm (9 1/4x10 1/4in) Stitching time: Approx 65 hours Type of stitches: Cross stitch, backstitch, French knots Level: Intermediate