A snowman in a striped hat and green scarf catching snowflakes, worked in counted cross stitch on Aida that is already printed in full colour: the blue snowy background is printed, while the stitching is counted from the chart. The stranded cottons come pre-sorted on an organiser, so there is no need to sort the shades before starting.
Alongside cross stitch the design uses back stitch, couching for the lettering and one French knot, all explained in the instructions and well within reach of anyone who has stitched before. You will also need a hoop or frame and small scissors; the frame is not included, but the finished size is easy to mount for framing or to make up into a Christmas cushion.