Kit de point de croix compté « Goutte de soleil – 1 »

“Drop of the sun-1” shows a maple leaf in a hot red and orange range.

What the picture shows

The leaf opens into five lobes and turns slightly to one side: the edges are worked in dark red and cherry, the middle burns orange and amber, and the veins are drawn in a pale, almost white shade. A thin grey-blue line runs along the outline and separates the leaf from the fabric, while the stalk curves upwards. In the photo beads and a clear rhinestone are visible along the edges and at the centre of the leaf — the data for this kit does not list them. Fourteen floss colours carry a smooth transition from yellow to dark cherry. The background is not stitched: in the photo it is heavy dark blue fabric, on which the leaf looks cut out of paper. The shape is symmetrical, so the motif is easy to place straight.

What is in the kit

• Aida canvas
• Cotton floss, 14 colours, 22 m
• Embroidery needle
• Chart and instructions

Specifications

• Finished size: 80×70 mm (3.15×2.76 in)
• Floss colours: 14
• Floss length: 22 m
• Difficulty: simple
• Base: Aida canvas

The 80×70 mm motif is almost square, so it sits well on a pocket, a lapel or a bag. The garment in the photo is not part of the kit.