Christrmas cross-stitch treasures

A new treasury of Christmas designs that capture the good cheer and spirit of the holiday season are featured in this cross-stitch guide from internationally known designer Joan Elliott. Tradition and whimsy share the stage in this charming collection that includes Santa aloft on a magical reindeer, a snow princess and her enchanting woodland friends, a group of snowmen making the most of the holiday festivities, and a beautiful version of the Twelve Days of Christmas. A set of six very merry cards worked in bright Christmas colors as well as a set of Roly Poly ornaments for the tree are also included. DMC and Anchor embroidery floss specifications are given for each pattern, and Kreinik braid and Mill Hill beads bring a touch of elegance to some of the designs. Each project is presented with basic cross-stitch instructions and clear black-and-white charts, which include color backstitching, French knots, and beads. ***Perfect Bound*** ***Release Date 05/03/2013*** ***PUB Date - 07/01/2013*** Welcome to a new treasury of Christmas designs that capture the good cheer and spirit of the holiday season created especially for Annie's and you by internationally known designer Joan Elliott. Tradition and whimsy share the stage in this charming collection. Inside you will find Santa aloft on a magical reindeer a gentle Snow Princess and her enchanting woodland friends, a nod to the traditional with a beautiful version of Twelve Days of Christmas and two classic redwork samplers. Choose from a darling fairy or a whimsical dragon to stitch up a stocking and create an heirloom for a special child in your life. Capture the season as the snow begins to fall and we find a group of frolicking snowmen making the most of the holiday festivities. For a personal touch in your holiday greetings start with a set of six very merry cards worked in bright Christmas colors. Your holiday stitching will be complete as you proudly display your finished set of Roly Poly ornaments on the tree. DMC and Anchor embroidery floss is given for each design. Kreinik braid and Mill Hill beads bring a touch of elegance to some of the designs. All designs are presented in clear black & white charts and basic cross stitch instructions are included