This counted cross stitch bookmark kit recreates a section of The Goldfish, Henri Matisse's 1912 still life of bright orange goldfish circling in a glass bowl among lush green plants and flowers. Stitched in vivid DMC floss, the bold colors make a cheerful bookmark for any art lover's favorite book.

This kit is made by DMC, the French thread maker that has been producing embroidery floss since the 18th century. Matisse was a French artist known for his vibrant use of color and his role as a leading figure of the Fauvist movement.

Kit includes:

• 14-count white Aida fabric in 100% cotton, 15 x 30 cm (5.9 x 11.8 in)
• DMC Mouline Special six-strand embroidery floss, pre-sorted on a thread organizer
• Two backing cards for finishing your bookmark
• Embroidery needle
• Instructions in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, and Japanese

Finished bookmark measures approx. 2 x 6.8 in (5 x 17 cm). DMC rates this an advanced kit, so it's best suited to experienced cross stitchers.