Scorpio Counted Cross Stitch Leaflet

Stitched this up for a friend who’s a Scorpio and she nearly cried when she saw the little scorpion curled by the gardener’s feet. The chart is surprisingly easy to follow, even for the tiny backstitch details on the cactus spines. Took me about three evenings to finish, and the finished piece has a

The desert scene with the cactus blooms is so charming, and the little gardener’s details make it a joy to stitch. My scorpion-loving friend will adore this for their birthday.

The scorpion sitting right next to the gardener is such a quirky touch, and the chart is laid out clearly enough that I didn't second-guess a single stitch. Finished it in about three lazy weekends, and the desert color palette pops beautifully against the white aida.