Quiet Lane Counted Cross Stitch Kit by Merejka K-183

Stitch Quiet Lane with this Merejka counted cross-stitch kit — a classic red telephone box and an ornate lamppost stand on a quiet, snow-dusted cobblestone street, set against a stone building draped in fiery red ivy, with a pair of pigeons pecking nearby. Stitched on Zweigart 16-count white Aida fabric using premium DMC threads in 30 rich shades, this design showcases Merejka's photorealistic style in vivid thread.

Why this kit: 30 DMC shades carry the contrast between the vivid red phone box and the muted stone and snow around it; the ivy-covered facade adds rich seasonal color and texture to the scene; the British street subject gives a fresh, travel-inspired option beyond Merejka's typical countryside landscapes.

Kit includes: canvas, DMC threads, John James needles, and a detailed colour chart, with two pattern versions — with and without backstitches — for a customizable level of detail.

Counted cross-stitch is worked by following the colour chart and placing each stitch on the gridded Aida fabric with the indicated DMC thread color; the backstitch version defines the phone box panes, lamppost ironwork, and window grilles, while the version without backstitches keeps the ivy and stonework softly blended. Work section by section until the design is complete, then frame it as wall art.

Finished size: 30x19 cm (11.81x7.48 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.