French Cafe K-227 Counted Cross-Stitch Kit

Stitch French Cafe with this Merejka counted cross-stitch kit — a charming European street scene where a rose-covered stone archway frames a glimpse of church spires at dusk, while a vintage bicycle, wine crates, and glowing café windows fill the foreground with warm amber and rose tones. Worked on Zweigart 16-count ice blue Aida fabric using premium DMC threads in 40 carefully matched shades, the design showcases Merejka's characteristic precision and painterly detail.

Why this kit: the layered street-scene composition gives dozens of small architectural and floral details to work through; 40 DMC shades build the warm dusk lighting across brick, glass, and blossom; two chart versions — with and without backstitches — let you control how sharply the signage and window frames stand out.

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

Counted cross-stitch is worked by following the colour chart and placing each stitch on the gridded Aida fabric with the indicated DMC thread shade. The backstitch-chart option adds fine linework to details like the bicycle spokes, shop lettering, and window trim once the cross-stitching is complete. Work section by section until the design is complete, then frame it as evocative wall art.

Finished size: 31x39 cm (12.2x15.35 in). A rewarding project for experienced stitchers and a thoughtful handmade gift for needlework enthusiasts.