Snowdrops

14 ct, stitched over 1

Capture the delicate beauty of the crisp, white snowdrop in this delightful stitched still-life! Winter is full of delights, from warm cosy jumpers to huge mugs of hot chocolate. But once the festive season has passed and a new year has been welcomed in, top of the list has to be the joy of spotting the first snowdrops of the year. There might still be a nip in the air, but these little flowers are a sure sign that spring is on its way. Recreating these graceful blooms in exquisite detail, this portrait features a posy of snowdrops planted inside the prettiest vintage teacup. Using clever shading to capture the soft colours, you'll give their vibrant green stems a sense of movement and life, and shape each instantly recognisable snow-white petal. We love the little touches in this scene, from the neatly tied ribbon to the gold detailing on the cup and the ivy leaves. Claire has an eye for detail that brings a unique charm to this project. It'll be a joy to watch it grow over those long winter nights. Stitching Time: Approx. 65 hours Type of Stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, half cross stitch, backstitch, French knots Ease of Stitching: Intermediate Shopping List: - Fabric Flair 14-count Powder Blue aida measuring 45x40cm (17-3/4" x 15-3/4") - Stranded cotton and metallic threads as listed in the key - Size 24 tapestry needle - Frame of your choice with a minimum aperture of 30x25cm (11-3/4" x 9-3/4")

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