Nasturtium — Counted Cross Stitch Kit

Nasturtium — a vintage botanical cross stitch kit after a painting by Catharina Klein: bright orange nasturtium flowers with round leaves. A warm, juicy design that recalls an old cottage garden.

At a glance: 4.92 × 7.87 in (12.5 × 20 cm) · 14 colors · 16-count Aida · partial coverage

You’ll love this kit if…

• you love botanical art and florals;
• you’re looking for a heartfelt gift for someone who loves handmade things;
• you’re new to cross stitch: the compact size and clear chart make it easy to reach the finish line;
• you need a Mother’s Day or birthday gift.

Why you’ll succeed

• Detailed instructions in the kit — step by step, from the first cross to the finished piece.
• Color chart with symbols — one square equals one stitch, so it’s easy to keep your place.
• About 50% extra floss — so you can redo a stitch without worry.
• Video lessons: how to start cross stitch with two strands, 3 tips for your first project and how to finish your embroidery.
• We’re here for you — if you have a question, just message us, we’re always happy to help. For caring for the stitched design, see How to Care for Embroidery.

Kit contents

• color chart with symbols;
• white 16-count Aida fabric;
• Peri embroidery floss in 14 colors (about 50% extra);
• embroidery needle;
• detailed instructions.

What makes this design special

• Distinctive design: orange nasturtiums.
• Partial coverage: the white fabric works as the background and keeps the composition airy.
• Practical size: the finished piece, 4.92 × 7.87 in, fits nicely in a hoop, a frame or on a pillow.

Collect the series

More summer flowers after Catharina Klein: Meadow Buttercup, Summer Bouquet and Asters.

What the nasturtium means

Nasturtium flowers and leaves are edible, with a peppery taste like watercress. Linnaeus named the plant Tropaeolum, from the Greek for “trophy,” because its leaves looked like shields and its flowers like helmets.

Frequently asked questions

Will there be enough floss?

Yes, the kit includes about 50% extra floss.

What else do I need?

Just scissors and, if you like, a hoop or a frame. You can add crane embroidery scissors and a bamboo hoop to your order.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship worldwide.

Who designed the chart?

Lyudmyla Yermilova, designer at Povitrulya, a Ukrainian brand of embroidery kits.

Kit details

• SKU: P6-024
• Chart designer: Lyudmyla Yermilova
• Brand: Povitrulya (Ukraine)
• Design size: 4.92 × 7.87 in (12.5 × 20 cm)
• Fabric size in the kit: 8.9 × 11.8 in (22.5 × 30 cm), with about 2 in (5 cm) extra on each side for hooping and framing
• Number of colors: 14
• Stitches: full cross stitch with two strands
• Coverage: partial
• Fabric: white 16-count Aida

Add Nasturtium to your cart and treat yourself to a few cozy evenings of stitching.

Tags: Nasturtium, nasturtium cross stitch, vintage botanical cross stitch, flower cross stitch, counted cross stitch kit, Ukrainian cross stitch kit, P6-024