While everyone else is blessing-their-mess, you can stitch out a little dose of reality.

This cross-stitch-kit-for-the-rest-of-us by Brass Monkey includes everything you need (besides the patience): an embroidery hoop, needle, Aida cloth, and all the floss you could possibly want. That's what they call the thread...you'll have to provide your own dental care supplies.

Features a 6" bamboo embroidery hoop, Aida cloth, and a needle. Includes all the thread you'll need to complete the design on the front of the box. There might even be a bit left over-friendship bracelets, anyone? Comes with a design guide-and tutorial instructions suitable for beginners & experts alike (but the experts will likely judge us). Bonus: It all comes in a pretty box...if we do say so ourselves. The outer box measures 7.6" square by 1.64" deep-that's 193mm by 42mm if you're fancy.