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DMC Calming Carnations Embroidery Kit — a calm hobby for her quiet evenings
DMC Mindful Making The Calming Carnations Embroidery Duo Kit (TB163)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Screen-free evenings
- Crafty aunts
- Two finished pieces
- Under $25
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Why this gift works
The DMC Calming Carnations Embroidery Kit is part of DMC's Mindful Making collection. It includes two carnation designs pre-printed on 100% cotton fabric, eight skeins of DMC Mouliné stranded cotton, a needle, a 15.7 cm embroidery hoop and instructions, and the finished designs are about 11.5 by 13 cm each. DMC rates it intermediate, using back stitch, stem stitch, French knots, chain stitch, blanket stitch and satin stitch.
DMC designed the collection as a relaxing pause in a busy day. Two designs mean she can keep one and give one - or stitch alongside an older niece.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A crafty aunt
- Quiet evenings
- Stitching with an older niece
Think twice if
- She has never stitched
- She wants a big project
The catch
It comes with one hoop for two designs, DMC rates it intermediate so a complete beginner may find the satin stitch and French knots fiddly, and scissors are not included.
Skip if she has never stitched and would be better with a true beginner kit.
Key specs
| Contents | 2 printed cotton fabrics, 8 skeins DMC floss, needle, hoop, instructions |
|---|---|
| Finished size | About 11.5 x 13 cm and 11.5 x 12.5 cm |
| Hoop | 15.7 cm |
| Level | Intermediate (DMC Level 3) |
| Stitches | Back, stem, French knot, chain, blanket, satin |
| Product code | TB163 |
Worth knowing before you buy
- Add a small pair of embroidery scissors.
- Finished pieces are hand-wash only.
Why we like it
- Designs are printed, no tracing
- Genuine DMC floss
- Two pieces to keep or give
- Calming and screen-free
What to look for in an embroidery kit
- Level. Match the stitches to her experience.
- Printing. Pre-printed fabric saves tracing a pattern.
- Floss. Quality floss makes the finished piece look better.
Questions people ask
DMC rates it intermediate; some stitching experience helps.
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