Owls in Moonlight Counted Cross-Stitch Kit by Abris Art AH-032

Stitch Owls, a counted cross-stitch kit by Abris Art — a pale snowy owl and a tawny owl sit close together on a pine branch, their amber eyes glowing under a full moon on a misty blue night. Worked on white 14-count cotton Aida in 33 colours of embroidery floss, their soft feathers are built up in layers of grey, cream and brown.

A little stitcher's folklore: owls were the companions of Athena, goddess of wisdom, and an owl in the house was once said to bring good sense and protection. A pair of owls, needleworkers say, keeps a home wise and a couple close — stitch in pairs and love stays.

Why this kit: if you love wildlife and moody, atmospheric scenes, these owls are a joy to bring to life feather by feather. It's a generous project for confident beginners and experienced stitchers, and it makes a stunning framed piece. A perfect gift for bird lovers and owl collectors.

Kit includes: white 14-count cotton Aida canvas, a cross stitch needle, 33 colours of cotton floss on an organizer card, a printed symbol chart, and instructions in 8 languages.

Counted cross stitch is worked by following the symbol chart and placing each cross on the Aida grid with the matching floss colour. Stitch the owls first, then the pine branch and night sky.

Finished size: 25×37 cm (9.84×14.57 in). Woodland wall art for a study or living room, and a thoughtful gift.