A busy winter scene: the snowman holds a basket of Christmas treats, two blue tits flutter among the snowflakes, and knitted-style borders run around the design. Counted cross stitch means following the colour symbol chart and counting the squares of the Aida, as the fabric comes unprinted.
The threads arrive already sorted by colour on an organiser, so the right shade is easy to find and stitching can start straight away. The frame shown in the photo is not included: once finished, the piece can be framed or made into a seasonal wall hanging. A hoop or frame and good light make the work more comfortable.