A quiet portrait: a woman seen from behind, a flower tucked into her gathered hair and a wide shawl of poppies and blue blossoms slipping off her shoulders. Skin tones and drapery are built from many close shades, so it helps to work area by area and keep the thread organizer close at hand.
27 count fabric is usually stitched over two threads with two strands of stranded cotton, giving fine but easy-to-count coverage. You will also want a hoop or frame and good light; the frame shown in the photo is not included. Once finished, a piece this size works well framed for a hallway or bedroom wall.