Dimensions Gold Collection Counted Cross Stitch Kit, Treasured Time Christmas Cross Stitch, 16 Count Dove Grey Aida, 16 x 12

Ive been working on this off and on for about 2 months, and got a little bit of trees and the cabin mostly. Been a good project for myself. Had to come to the reviews and see what everyone else thought and maybe see what ideas I could use to help me out. I also wanted to give a tip about the thread. I posted a pic so yall could see what I was talking about. I got me a case and put all my thread on bobbins and it has helped me out so much. Even worked on the filament. It was a little project in itself before I got to start but was well worth the effort. Cant wait to get to see it complete!

Excellent! Very fine work, like real ducks! Embroider a picture of a pleasure! Cross stitch kits from Dimensions are the best sets! I recommend.

nice it but arrived broken so i ended up returning it.

This is not an easy kit- a lot of things going on in the pattern, but it is easy to understand and do.

Turned out beautifully. A fun challenge.

Everything was fine.

Im looking forward to doing it.

Cannot go wrong with Dimensions brand cross stitch kits, in my opinion! I’ve always been a fan since doing my very first counted cross stitch project (also a Gold Collection kit by Dimensions). I think a beginner can certainly stitch these kits if they have the patience and determination. The directions are very clear to understand and nowadays you can find video tutorials online all over the Net to help guide you if you are confused. But if you read and follow the directions and stitch your project in the order presented in the directions, I really don’t think you’ll have a problem in my opinion. Just remember to SEPARATE the 6 ply embroidery floss and then “reassemble” the plies according to the directions for each individual symbol!! Some symbols only use one ply, some use two plies, and some may even use four plies! Also, there are different stitches used (half cross stitch, whole cross stitch, back stitch, French knots) so you truly need to look at that chart of symbols carefully and follow the type of stitch noted at the top AND the number of plies used per individual symbol. If you happen to run out of floss (never has happened to me yet with a Dimensions kit!) you can contact the company for additional flosses you may need. I think the shading and back stitching in these kits is exceptional. They advise you to start in the center of the design to insure you have enough of a margin left around the finished piece for framing. However, if you simply look at the front of your kit, it tells you clearly what the size of your finished design will be. I measure the fabric and subtract the size of the finished design and easily can figure out how much of an unfinished margin of fabric will be left. For example, if the design is 16” wide, and the fabric measures 20” wide, you know you will have FOUR inches left over. Divide that in half, and you’ll see that you will need 2” on either side of your stitching for it to be centered. (Do the same with the height, of course). This way, you can simply measure 2” in from the side edge and top edge, and begin your stitching in the top left corner (my preference, anyway). But if you’re new to counted cross stitch and nervous, STICK TO THE DIRECTIONS and you’ll be fine!! Newbies might find Gold Collection kits to be a little challenging — but I seem to prefer the designs in the Gold Collection better than most of the “regular” Dimensions line of counted cross stitch kits. It’s all a matter of preference. You can do it folks!! It’s not brain surgery. Take your time and have fun and you’ll be proud of your finished pieces! And if you mess up, pull out the mistaken stitches and re-stitch! Even seasoned stitchers make errors so don’t beat yourself up.

all I expected

Just started this one and can tell it will be remarkable. The only thing that irks me is that the symbol chart and the number of those colors are on 2 different pieces of paper so I have to look at both to get the right thread. I wouldnt recommend this for beginners unless you have loads of patience, I dont think Ill finish any time real soon, but when I do it will be all worth it. The chart is a bit small, the Aida clothe is woven in small squares...but again, it will be amazing when finished. Have fun!