Bright red and green stitches with a touch of mahogany bring a classic Christmas tree design to this stamped cross stitch table runner from Jack Dempsey Needle Art. It's a quick project, so start it now and it'll be on the table in time for the holidays.

Stamped cross stitch is about as easy as cross stitch gets. There's no chart and no counting -- just stitch over the printed Xs with embroidery floss, then rinse out the ink when you're done. The runner comes with a finished perle edge, so it's ready for the table as soon as your last stitch is in. It's a relaxing project for beginners, a quick one for experienced stitchers, and a lovely handmade gift.

Floss, a hoop and a needle are not included. These are the DMC colors Jack Dempsey Needle Art recommends for this design, and each one links to the skein here in the shop:

• DMC 300 Dark Mahogany - 1 skein
• DMC 666 Bright Red - 3 skeins
• DMC 700 Bright Green - 1 skein

Quantities are based on stitching with 3 strands.

• Size: approximately 14-1/2 x 41-1/2 inches
• Material: 50% cotton / 50% polyester broadcloth
• Recommended needle: size 7 embroidery
• Made in the USA

Kit includes:

• 1 stamped table runner with perle edge
• Floss list
• Instructions