This embroidery stitch kit by Accord Publishing features the charming design "Thistle" by Marnie Ritter. The kit is intended for creating a beautiful framed stitch piece, with the finished stitched size of 3.75" x 3.75" and a framed size of 9" x 9". The design includes delicate thistle flowers accented with gold stars on 28 count ZWEIGART Jubilee fabric, providing a fine and elegant finish. The kit contains ZWEIGART Jubilee 28 count fabric (article #3232/001/55), decorative mat and instructions. Requires DMC floss in colors 371, 950, 738, 312, and 905, plus #002 Gold Kreinik Tapestry Blending Filament for metallic accents. Bright pink size 12 seed beads are included for embellishment. Thread and beads must be purchased separately. Stitch techniques used in this kit are elongated French knots, stem stitch, stem/outline stitch, rows of chain stitch, double cross stitch, and satin to the center. Detailed stitch instructions and a chart are provided by Accord Publishing. The packaging includes a decorative frame by Milena Kirkova and the fabric piece pre-printed with the thistle motif. Specifications: - Brand: Accord Publishing Ltd. - Designer: Marnie Ritter - Design Title: Thistle - Format: Embroidery Stitch Kit - Finished Stitched Size: 3.75" x 3.75" - Framed Size: 9" x 9" - Fabric: ZWEIGART Jubilee 28 count (article #3232/001/55) - Thread Required: DMC floss numbers 371, 950, 738, 312, 905; #002 Gold Kreinik Tapestry Blending Filament - Embellishments Required: Bright Pink seed beads (Size 12) - Included Items: Fabric, stitch guide/instructions - Stitch Techniques: Elongated French Knot, Stem Stitch, Stem/Outline Stitch, Rows of Chain Stitch, Double Cross Stitch, Satin to the Center - Copyright Year: 2005 - Country/Region of Manufacture: USA Keywords: Accord Publishing cross stitch kit, Thistle counted cross stitch, Marnie Ritter design, 28ct ZWEIGART Jubilee fabric, DMC floss, gold metallic blending filament, seed beads, framed stitch kit, floral cross stitch