Country Dresser

A dresser filled with plates, jars and small household treasures, worked in counted cross stitch on ice blue Aida: back stitch outlines the shelves and china, while French knots pick out the tiniest details. The threads come ready sorted by colour on an organiser, so there is nothing to wind before you start.

The design is full of small motifs and frequent colour changes, so good light helps, as does a hoop or frame if you like to keep the fabric taut while stitching. A picture frame is not included: once finished, the piece can be framed or made up into a panel for the kitchen.