Dimensions73147 Needlecrafts Counted Cross Stitch, Welcome Butterfly

These little kits are great for beginners learning to crossstitch whether you teach yourself or someone helps you! The patterns are simple, very cute, small, and fun! My friend got this kit for me so I could learn, then I bought one for my Mom!

I sent this to my niece for her birthday and I got praising reviews from my sister. It was perfect to teach her how to learn a new hobby. They enjoyed the playfulness of the pattern but also the simplicity of the design so that it was uncomplicated to create. It checked off everyone one my boxes for a fun birthday gift!

I believe another reviewer said he was a 23 year old who decided to pick up cross stitch. I'm a 24 year old male and had similar thoughts for whatever reason. I really like the design as it's not too flowery and doesn't feature some silly quote on it. All in all, it's a nice little introductory kit for newbies (or I suppose more experienced cross stitchers who want something easy to do). The design is pretty simple, there aren't too many colors, and it comes with everything you need except for a pin (You'll be fine without one if you don't have a pin as you only need it right at the beginning). The instructions for the basic stitch are good; I had no trouble figuring out what to do. The other two stitches, the back stitch and French knot, are a little less clear, however, and that is why this is only getting four stars. The stitches aren't that hard to do, but they need more clarity. Thankfully, you can easily find better instructions on the internet.One thing not included I recommend: Cut your thread close to the holder and then separate those threads from the main strand. It's easier and it won't get tangled as often and, if it does get tangled, you can pretty easily untangle it.

Opened this up right away and started stitching it. The only thing I did not like was the little hoop it came with. It seemed to small. Finished it differently. It was a very simple stitch to do. Recommend it for a beginner stitcher.

This was my first kit of this sort and I loved it. I've done complicated cross-stitches and I've made my own patterns, but this was probably the most fun I've had cross-stitching. I got it to give as a going away present for a friend so I wanted something cute, fun, and quick. It took me a couple evenings to finish completely. It ironed out nicely once I was done, and there was enough room in the hoop to line the back with some felt. I put a little bow at the top and it looked very cute all finished. I really liked the fact that "First one to smile wins" was translated into French and Spanish, as well. I did the French translation for fun.I think this would be great for beginners since the result is so adorable, and the pattern is really easy to follow. Plenty of floss is included, too, if you make any mistakes.

I bought the robot and the kitten. I just finished the robot (it didn't take long, about 2 days working on it a few hours each day), and he turned out really cute! The kit comes with everything you need (except scissors), complete with an embroidery hoop which you can use during stitching and also to display the finished project. Easy project for beginners, uses the basic cross stitch, back stitch, and (a new one for me) the French knot (for the little red dot on top of the robot's antenna). If you don't know how to do any of these stitches, the instructions walk you through the whole process. Can't wait to start on the kitten!

Not sure why I didn't get cloth with holes in them already so have to puncture holes with the needle , and it doesn't come out looking neat. But the whale was cute. Wish they had sent the normal cross stitch fabric

I found this to be easy and simple especially since I hadn't done one is several years. I thought I would start off easy and slow, and so it was. For beginners, I believe this will help you to start since it is an easy pattern to follow. Have fun and take your time! I have attached a pic of my completed work. Pretty good for a beginner!