DMC Strawberry thief by William Morris, V&A advanced bookmark cross stitch kit

This is one of Morris’ best known designs and was inspired by the thrushes which often stole the strawberries in the kitchen garden of his countryside home, Kelmscott Manor, located in Oxfordshire. It looks fabulous when stitched in the high lustre Mouliné Spécial threads that are included in the kit. This design was intended to be used for curtains or draped around walls, or for loose covers on furniture. This all-in-one kit will allow you to create this stunning design, in cross stitch, which will be great to introduce some of Morris’ artistic charm into your own home.

This kit contains:
● No. 25 embroidery thread
● Embroidery needle
● Aida · White 14 count
● Design and Instructions, and Wooden Hoop
Finished size: 18 cm Diameter

William Morris (1834-1896) - 19th Century British poet, designer, Marxist. He has been active in various fields and has made great achievements in each field, and is known as "the father of modern design". The V&A Museum and DMC have collaborated to allow crafters to create cross-stitched replicas of some of the most famous designs, from influential designers.