This counted cross stitch kit captures a quiet, wonder-filled moment: a girl in a red coat, stuffed toy in hand, gazing up at a crescent moon and a sky full of stars from a flower-dotted hillside. Because it's stitched on deep blue 14-count Aida, the fabric becomes the night sky itself. The Secret is an absorbing, longer-term project that rewards patience with a richly detailed piece ready for framing.

This design comes from RTO, a cross stitch brand based in Estonia with 30 years of experience in needlework. Known for detailed, artfully composed kits, RTO is a great choice for stitchers looking to sink into a more involved, rewarding project.

Kit includes:

• DMC embroidery floss, pre-sorted (30 colors)
• 14-count blue Zweigart Aida fabric
• Easy-to-read printed chart
• John James embroidery needle
• Clear step-by-step instructions
• Full-color reference photo of the finished design

This is an advanced-level project; finished, it measures approximately 25.5 x 38 cm (10" x 15").