The first in my range of mini kits, this little watering can is an easy and relaxing little stitch. So-called ‘mini’ simply due to the simplicity of the design, this little kit has fewer stitches and fewer thread colours than my usual standalone kits.

In this kit you will find a 8” square piece of linen printed centrally with a little watering can. You will also be given the threads and instructions on how to complete the flowers.

There is the option to use a colouring pencil or add a little watercolour to the watering can.

On the blog on our website is a little guide of how to paint on linen and we recommend you look at this if this is your first time using paint on linen

(dates of the blogs are below - www.nickifranklin.com )

Feb 23rd 2021

Apr 2nd 2020

I think it gives a lighter effect than heavy stitching with this kit, and offers a little perspective and texture to the final piece.

You will need to have a simple sewing kit to include small, sharp, embroidery scissors, an assorted packet of embroidery/crewel needles and an embroidery hoop.

The finished design is approx 2” high and 3” wide; it will fit neatly inside a 4” or 5” hoop.

All of our kits have been completed by complete beginners but we do rate our kits on a scale of 1-3 to help you

The ratings are

1) Absolute beginner

2) Enthusiastic beginner

3) Accomplished beginner 

This kit is rated - 1 - for Absolute Beginners