Hills Laced with Gold Counted Cross Stitch Kit by Merejka K-274

Bring a breathtaking scene to life with this Merejka counted cross-stitch kit — Hills Laced with Gold pairs two robin redbreasts perched on a berry-laden branch with a sweeping autumn valley of golden hillsides, scattered cottages, and distant hazy mountains. Stitched on Zweigart 16-count white Aida fabric using premium DMC threads in 42 carefully matched shades, this landscape design showcases Merejka's photorealistic style in vivid thread.

Why this kit: 42 DMC shades move from the robins' warm orange breasts to the golden hillside and cool mountain haze; two backstitch chart options add crisp detail to the feathers and berries or keep the scene painterly; combining birds and landscape in one design gives the finished piece broad appeal for nature lovers.

Kit includes: canvas, DMC threads, John James needles, and a detailed colour chart.

Counted cross-stitch is worked by following the detailed colour chart and placing each stitch on the gridded Aida fabric with the indicated DMC thread shade. With backstitch and no-backstitch chart versions both included, the robins' markings and berry clusters can be outlined sharply or left soft. Work section by section until the design is complete, then frame as a striking piece of wall art.

Finished size: 31x41 cm (12.2x16.14 in), creating a generous artwork that looks stunning when framed. An excellent project for experienced stitchers who appreciate the detail and depth of Merejka's scenic designs, and a lovely pick among bird counted cross stitch patterns for animal lovers.