Stitch In the Rays of the Summer Sun, a counted cross stitch kit by RTO — a bank of pink, orange and purple flowers glows in slanting summer sunlight beside a still lake, with green trees and blue hills reflected in the water. Worked in 48 colours of DMC stranded cotton on 14-count white Aida. A little stitcher's folklore: midsummer sunlight was said to have a special magic, making flowers picked that day last longest. Stitchers say this summer lasts for ever. Why this kit: if you love bright, painterly landscapes, this summer scene is full of colour and a joy to stitch. A lovely gift for gardeners and anyone who loves summer. Kit includes: 14-count white Zweigart Aida (100% cotton), DMC stranded cotton in 48 colours, a needle, a colour symbol chart and instructions. A frame and hoop are not included. Start with the flowers in the foreground, working the brightest colours first. Finish with the trees, the lake reflections and the sunlit sky. Finished size: 20.5×28 cm (8.07×11.02 in). A glowing summer picture to frame and a lovely handmade gift.