Labour and good times – cross stitch kit

Embroider a legacy of geometric wisdom.
This cross-stitch kit connects you to the rich artistic heritage of the Berber (Amazigh) peoples of North Africa. For millennia, Berber artisans have encoded their worldview, identity, and environment into a stunning visual language of geometric patterns. These ancient designs, far more than mere decoration, are a profound system of symbols used on textiles, pottery, jewelry, and architecture. Each line and shape carries meaning, from representations of fertility and protection to maps of the surrounding desert and mountain landscapes.

Stitching a Berber pattern is an act of cultural exploration. This kit guides you in recreating an authentic motif, transforming threads into a piece of living history. As you follow the chart, you engage with an art form that has adorned daily life and sacred spaces across the Maghreb for generations.

Your Kit Contains:

· Aida Cloth: A high-quality, even-weave fabric in a chosen color, providing the perfect canvas for your design.
· Embroidery Floss: A complete palette of colorfast threads in the precise shades to replicate the traditional Berber color scheme.
· Cross-Stitch Needle: A blunt-tipped needle designed for easy stitching on Aida cloth.
· Clear Pattern Chart: An easy-to-follow, numbered pattern on the package back, suitable for all skill levels.
· Cultural Insight: Information on the Berber people and the significance of geometric art in their culture.