Pepita Needlepoint kit: Hamsa Bargello Royalty, 7" x 10"

DescriptionHamsa in bargello pattern in colors of royalty. A hamsa is a palm-shaped amulet popular throughout the Middle East and North Africa and commonly used in jewelry and wall hangings. Bargello is a type of needlepoint embroidery consisting of upright flat stitches laid in a mathematical pattern to create motifs. The name originates from a series of chairs found in the Bargello palace in Florence, which have a "flame stitch" pattern. Traditionally, Bargello was stitched in wool on canvas. Embroidery done this way is remarkably durable. It is well suited for use on pillows, upholstery and even carpets, but not for clothing. In most traditional pieces, all stitches are vertical with stitches going over two or more threads.Needlepoint by PepitaPepita Needlepoint printed needlepoint canvas is fun for every level of stitcher, from beginner through advanced. No need to follow complicated charts - the design is printed in full color, right on the canvas. The 100% cotton canvas is durable, easy on the hands, and stitches up quickly at 13 threads per inch. Many canvases come with full-color charts and intructions at no additional cost.ThreadIncludes 20 skeins of DMC Pearl Cotton #3, plus a DMC Tapestry Needle #20.

• CANVAS: Measures approximately 10 x 13 inches, including 1.5-inch border.
• DESIGN: Stitchable area measures approximately 7 x 10 inches. Stitch count of 11,830 - stitches up quickly.
• MATERIAL: Zweigart Mono Deluxe 100% White Cotton canvas, 13-mesh, 13 holes per inch, 169 stitches per square inch. Made in the U.S.A. Original fabric imported from the EU.
• VIVID COLORS: Digitally printed with high-contrast ink on bright white cotton canvas, easy to see what you are doing.
• Complete kit! Includes 20 skeins of DMC Pearl Cotton #3, plus two #20 DMC needles, and a color chart with instructions.