October Charm

A black cat peeps out between pumpkins and a wicker basket, in an autumn scene full of greens and oranges. It is worked in counted cross stitch on the 16-count Aida supplied, following the colour chart; the backstitch, shown in colour on separate sheets, outlines the cat's face, whiskers and leaves.

The kit holds everything you need except a hoop or frame and scissors: fabric, threads, needles, chart and instructions. With 48 shades and a fairly large design it is a project for stitchers who have already finished a counted piece or two. The fabric margin is generous, so the finished work can be framed; the frame is not included.