CRAFTING CULTURE

Folk Art Stitch Kit- Balkan Table Mat

Inspired by a traditional embroidery from the small town of Berova in northern Macedonian, this design’s bold motifs evoke a “bartisan,” a corner turret on a medieval castle, many of which can be seen throughout the Balkans where this design originated. The lavish use of red and garnet are traditional to many Balkan textiles and create a wonderfully intense energy to this striking table mat.

Although this pattern looks intricate, these kits are designed for crafters of all levels. Beginners may want to consider purchasing an embroidery hoop, although this is not required to complete the kit. Note that the enclosed full color pattern is a separate sheet and is not detailed on the cloth. True beginners looking to try out this craft may consider drawing grid lines on the placemat cloth to use as a guide.

ABOUT AVLEA FOLK ART

Krista West is the owner and designer of Avlea Folk Embroidery and handcrafts each kit with specialty fabrics imported from Greece. Each design is inspired by an historic source such as vintage needlework booklets, museums, and family collections. Avlea delights crafters of all levels with a hands-on approach to ancient folk art crafting.

FOLK ART CROSS STITCH KIT SPECS:

• Finished size: 6-1/2 x 10” with hem finish
• (actual area of embroidery is 4-1/2 x 8”) 59×101 sts/3507 total sts
• The kit includes our Traditional Groundcloth, DMC floss, the full color pattern, and a John James size 24 tapestry needle.
• Made in United States with products imported from Greece