Tropical Leaves

14 ct, stitched over 1

Bring the wilderness of the jungle into your home with this green leafy kitchen collection. Dream of vibrant jungles and lush landscapes with our funky collection of tropical designs by Jenny Barton. The simple repeated leaf patterns stitched with seven shades of green threads in whole stitches, fractionals and backstitch make this perfect project for beginners wanting to take their stitching to the next level. The completed patterns can then be stitched into a handy set of kitchenware - a tea cosy, tea towel, coaster and pinboard. If you've not made a tea cosy before, follow the simple step-by-step on page 30. The complete stitchy kitchen collection would make a brilliant present idea for someone who is moving into a new home, or a student heading off to university. You could even gift each piece individually - the coaster with a mug or the tea cosy with a teapot. Whoever you stitch these designs for, you'll add a splash of tropical warmth to their home. Stitching Time: Approx. 45 hours for the set Type of Stitches: Cross stitch, fractionals, backstitch Ease of Stitching: Advanced beginner Shopping List: - Zweigart 14-count white aida measuring 20x20cm (7-3/4" x 7-3/4") for the teacosy, 15x15cm (6x6") for the coaster and 10cm (4") x desired length for the tea towel and cork board - Stranded cotton as listed in the key - Size 24 tapestry needle - Cork board, tea towel and felt of your choice from local stores - Tea cosy of your choice; or backing fabric, wadding and bias binding of your choice from local craft stores to make your own

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