Far Eastern Floral Tile

Canvas: 14 count blank canvas (not printed)

Stitch recommendation: The entire cushion can be stitched in Tent Stitch (continental stitch).  To add depth and texture, you can complete the design with the Condensed Mosaic Stitch, Scotch Stitch and Long Cross Stitch with backstitch.  All stitches are clearly explained on the enclosed instructions with additional YouTube Tutorials.

Yarn: Appleton's 2-ply crewel wool (2 strands per stitch).  

Difficulty: all abilities

Design Size: 47cm x 35cm (18 1/2" x 14")

Tutorial: (7) How to make a tapestry kit - YouTube 

This design was inspired by the beautiful floral tiles found all over the Far East.  Far Eastern tiles are vibrant works of art, where ceramic surfaces become canvases for rich cultural narratives. Traditionally found adorning mosques, palaces, and homes, they are renowned for their intricate geometric patterns, lush floral motifs, and elegant calligraphy. The palette is often a breathtaking symphony of cobalt blue, turquoise, emerald green, and sunny yellow, each colour holding symbolic meaning. More than mere decoration, these tiles represent a profound fusion of artistry, spirituality, and craftsmanship, transforming architecture into a dazzling visual poetry that has captivated the world for centuries.

The repeat pattern is made from 4 different, easy stitches, each carefully explained in the instructions and demonstrated in our Stitch Library.