giant squid-coloured embroidery thread (we used DMC thread and the colours you need are on the pattern, but you can also choose your own colours) cross-stitch fabric (we used Aida 14 count fabric) an ...

There are a ton of things you can do to pay homage to your favorite medium, but there's nothing more wholesome and satisfying than finishing a nice cross stitch ... based on a 10-count cloth ...