Tela Artis Waiting for Spring X-1206 Counted Cross Stitch Kit, 32 Count Belfast Evenweave

Waiting for Spring is a counted cross stitch kit from Tela Artis — a sleeping fox curled with her kit beneath a flowering branch, surrounded by bluebells and spring wildflowers, worked on warm beige Belfast linen. DMC floss and one hand-dyed Tela Artis variegated color bring natural gradient warmth to the fox fur. Backstitch throughout gives the branches and outlines clean definition. At 5.1 x 5.1 inches it frames beautifully as small woodland wall art or a spring gift.

🧵 What's Included

• Zweigart Belfast 32-count evenweave linen
• DMC embroidery floss + 1 color Tela Artis hand-dyed variegated floss
• Embroidery needle
• Colour symbol chart, A4 format, 2 sheets
• Stitching and washing instructions

📐 Specifications

• Finished size: 5.1 x 5.1 inches (13 x 13 cm)
• Design size: 87 x 87 stitches
• Brand: Tela Artis
• Model: X-1206
• Technique: Counted Cross Stitch with backstitch
• Fabric: Zweigart Belfast 32-count evenweave linen
• Colors: 16 (DMC + Tela Artis hand-dyed variegated)
• Skill level: Intermediate

🎨 About This Collection

Tela Artis designs combine standard DMC floss with their own hand-dyed variegated threads for natural color gradients — no extra thread changes needed. Belfast 32-count linen gives the finished piece a soft, textured ground well-suited to detailed wildlife and botanical work.

📦 Good to Know

• 🚫 Please note: the decorative box is not included in the kit and is sold separately.
• Brand new. Frame and hoop not included.
• The decorative wooden box shown in the product photo is not included in the kit and is available for purchase separately.
• This is a counted cross stitch kit — the linen is blank, you stitch from the included colour symbol chart.
• A popular gift for fox lovers and spring needlework enthusiasts. Makes a meaningful gift for anyone who appreciates woodland wildlife, botanical embroidery, and small framed seasonal art.

❓ FAQ

Is the pattern printed on the fabric? No. The Belfast linen is blank — you stitch from the included colour symbol chart.

What is Belfast evenweave? Zweigart Belfast is a 32-count 100% linen evenweave — worked over 2 threads, giving 16 stitches per inch. Linen has a natural texture that gives finished pieces a slightly organic, vintage quality compared to cotton Aida.

What is the difference between counted and stamped cross stitch? In counted cross stitch the fabric is plain and you follow a chart to place each stitch. Stamped cross stitch has the pattern printed directly on the fabric. This kit is counted.