"The Talisman" Cross Stitch Pattern

The ancient stonework and dusty tomes seem familiar surroundings to this ebony-winged visitor. Framed by the light of the full moon, and dangling a symbol of his power, the raven is ready to share the secrets he has gathered.

The Talisman Cross Stitch Pattern is based on artwork by Lisa Parker. The design measures 525 stitches wide by 612 stitches high. The cross stitch pattern spans 57 pages, and is printed double-sided, on unbound sheets in a clear plastic bag for protection. There is a color picture of the completed chart on the front page. The pattern itself is graphed in black and white symbols, and a table showing the DMC colors you'll need is included. This is a massive project that will provide you with many hours of enjoyment. It is not the best choice for beginners, but for the experienced stitcher, this will be an exciting challenge. Copyright - Heaven and Earth Designs, Inc.

How much fabric do I need?
To calculate the amount of fabric you will need for your project, divide the number of stitches by the stitch count of the fabric you wish to use. The higher the count of your fabric, the smaller your piece will be. Some examples appear below. Remember to leave several additional inches as a border on each side, to facilitate framing your project when it is finished.

Fabric count	Approximate size of stitched area
14-count	37 ½" × 43 ¾"
18-count	29 ¼" × 34"
25-count	21" × 24 ½"

How difficult is this pattern?
Here's some information to consider to help you decide if this pattern is within your comfort zone.

Number of stitches	525 × 612
Number of colors	89
Number of pages	57
Backstitching	no
Half- or quarter-stitches	no
Specialty stitches	no
Specialty floss	yes
Beads	no