Avlea Folk Embroidery Despina’s Anemone Cross Stitch Table Runner by Krista West

Avlea Folk Embroidery Despina’s Anemone Cross Stitch Table Runner by Krista West.

This compelling design originates in a stunning tablecloth.  Her mother, Despina, stitched it for her prika, a collection of embroidered tablecloths, cushion covers, and other handmade textiles that family members gift to a Greek bride so she can beautify her new home, a tradition which dates back centuries in Greece.

Featuring a vibrant colorway of garnet, coral, blue, ecru, and golden olive that is just as stylish today as it was 25 years ago when Despina originally stitched it, the stylized anemone motif is further ornamented by a wonderful use of backstitches to throw the bright colors into high relief. A charming little zigzag pattern and chevron bands complete the design.

Wallhanging/table runner version–

Stitch count: 89 x 209 (4432 sts/7357 backsts)

Finished size: 10” x 18” finished

These quality kits come with everything you need to make the embroidery in the photos–26 count 100% cotton Traditional Groundcloth (imported from Greece), DMC floss, full color SOC (symbol-on-chart) pattern with both a close up and a full size schematic so you know how many repeats to work, along with a John James size 24 tapestry needle. The raw edges of the fabric are serged for your convenience, so you can start stitching as soon as you open the kit!