The Lighthouse Cross Stitch Kit by VDV M-0408

A white lighthouse with a red-roofed keeper's cottage stands on a sandy dune with beach grass, a sailboat on the sea, seagulls, and a bright sun in the sky.

Why this kit: a small 12x12 cm coastal scene that is quick to complete; part of a four-design seaside series with The Fish, The Seagull, and The Hat; everything needed to finish is in the box, from pre-selected DMC floss to a digital copy of the chart.

Kit includes: 100% cotton 16 count Aida in white, 100% cotton DMC floss in 20 colors, a Pony needle, a black-and-white printed chart with the backstitch shown in color, and a digital copy of the pattern. Finished size: 12x12 cm (4.72x4.72 in). Made in Ukraine.

Counted cross stitch is worked by following the chart and its symbol key, placing each cross in its marked square on the Aida with the matching floss color, then adding the backstitch outlines shown in color on the chart.

A quick project suited to beginners and a nice small gift for sea lovers.