Potpourri bag: Colorful Butterflies 1

A ready-sewn little bag to stitch with a pink butterfly and a scattering of tiny flowers; the antennae are finished in back stitch. The stitching is worked straight onto the bag, so there is nothing to make up afterwards: once finished, simply fill it with lavender or potpourri and draw the cord closed.

Threads, needle and chart are all included, so you only need a pair of small scissors. The 18 count Aida is quite fine: work with one strand of stranded cotton, and a good lamp or a magnifier helps if you stitch for long stretches. Scented bags like this are lovely in drawers and wardrobes, or as a small handmade gift.