[Canvas & Thread]
Description
Hydrangeas are popular as needlepoint projects. There are over seventy species of hydrangeas, and they are available in so many gorgeous colors! Hydrangeas act as natural pH indicators. Their flowers turn blue when the soil is acidic, and pink when the soil is alkaline. Because of this, the Hydrangea is also known as the “Change Rose.“ The symbolism behind the hydrangea flower differs with culture and time period. In Japan, hydrangeas are said to be a sign of gratitude because ancient emperors would give them to their maidens as a sign of thanks. On the other hand, Victorians believed that hydrangeas symbolized boastfulness or vanity because they produce so many blooms but drop little seed to share. Each hydrangea color also has a meaning behind it: Pink represents love and sincerity. Blue represents forgiveness. White represents boasting or bragging. Purple represents abundance and understanding. People love this plant so much, theres a day dedicated to it. Hydrangea Day is January 5. However, the flowers are out of season at that time of year
Needlepoint by Pepita
Pepita Needlepoint printed needlepoint canvas is fun for every level of stitcher, from beginner through advanced. No need to follow complicated charts - the design is printed in full color, right on the canvas. The 100% cotton canvas is durable, easy on the hands, and stitches up quickly at 13 threads per inch. Many canvases come with full-color charts and intructions at no additional cost.
Thread
Includes 30 skeins of DMC Pearl Cotton #3, plus a DMC Tapestry Needle #20.