Myra Medallion Cushion Embroidery Kit by Avlea NeedleWork Press and how to make the

and how to make the basic straight stitches that comprise kogin motifs

16/32ct - 3 3/4 x 3 3/4 plus 2 inches all sides =  7 3/4 x 7 3/4

Weeks' colors are: Brick and Cranberry Ice

Model stitched with Sullivans stranded cotton

The model was stitched on 40 count light hazelnut Xjudesign linen using all Anchor cotton threads

Myra Medallion Cushion Embroidery Kit by Avlea NeedleWork Press and how to make theA vibrant medallion inspired by a Byzantine illuminated manuscript, this gorgeous design in blues, greens, and golds is terrific for both the beginner and experienced stitcher. While it looks intricate, it uses basic embroidery stitches and is a great first project if you want to explore surface embroidery. This high quality kit includes the design printed on an 18x18" piece of Robert Kaufman Essex 55% linen 45% cotton, DMC 100% cotton embroidery