Bookmark: Blue Butterfly

A bookmark to stitch in counted cross stitch on écru Aida: the green-blue butterfly takes centre stage, with white flowers and golden shading behind it. A few long stitches finish off the finer details. It is a small piece that works up quickly, so it is a good way to try the technique without committing to a large project.

Everything needed for the stitching is in the kit, threads and needle included; at most you may like a small hoop to keep the fabric taut. Once finished, the edges are tidied up, usually fringed as in the photo, and the bookmark is ready to use or to give away with a book.