Calyptra Moth Counted Cross-Stitch Kit by Abris Art AH-131

Stitch Calyptra, a counted cross-stitch kit by Abris Art — an ornamental moth with delicate gold-flecked wings and vivid red underwings spreads out against a black background, surrounded by tiny red and grey specks. Worked on 14-count cotton Aida in just 13 colours of embroidery floss, it's graphic, elegant and a little mysterious.

A little stitcher's folklore: a moth coming to your lamp has long been read as a messenger — country lore says it means news or a visitor on the way — and moths, which find their way by moonlight, stand for intuition. Stitchers say a moth on the wall keeps you tuned in to your instincts.

Why this kit: if you love dark, modern, gothic-leaning art, this moth makes a striking statement. With only 13 colours it's very achievable, and the result looks like a museum specimen print. A great gift for insect lovers and dark-academia fans.

Kit includes: 14-count cotton Aida canvas, a cross stitch needle, 13 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 wings and body, then the scattered specks around them.

Finished size: 25×20 cm (9.84×7.87 in). Striking wall art for a study or reading nook.