Ireland Sampler

Inspired by the Irish countryside, Kathleen Berlew has put together a charming graphic design that is fun to stitch on Cashel linen.

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

• 13" x 14" piece 28- count raw natural

Cashel linen from Zweigart®* • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans®

USA six-strand embroidery floss* • Size 24 tapestry needle • Professionally framed* *See Where to Find It on page 62. Stitch Count: 95H x 111W Design Size: 63/4" x 77/8"

Instructions: Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work 1/2 cross stitch where small symbols appear using two strands of floss. * Note: The placement of symbols corresponds to the direction of the 1/2 cross stitch. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss.