Vintage Cross Stitch Pattern Book – "Cusături din Nordul Moldovei" by Elena Cuparencu & Smaranda Sburlan

 Title: Cusături din Nordul Moldovei (Stitches from Northern Moldova)

Authors: Elena Cuparencu & Smaranda Sburlan

Publisher: Ceres Publishing House, Bucharest, 1981

Format: Softcover Pages: ~60 (unnumbered, filled with full-page colored cross stitch charts)

Language: Romanian

Condition: Good – with handwritten marks on the cover and light stains on some interior pages

Authentic Romanian folk embroidery patterns from Northern Moldova .

Rare vintage cross stitch design collection from the early 1980s .

Contains full-color charts and diagrams of traditional motifs Ideal for collectors of vintage needlework books or for cross stitch enthusiasts looking for unique ethnic patterns Hard to find outside Romania – a true gem for embroidery lovers and folk art researchers.

This is a rare vintage cross stitch pattern book titled Cusături din Nordul Moldovei (Stitches from Northern Moldova), authored by Elena Cuparencu and Smaranda Sburlan, and published by Ceres Publishing House, Bucharest, in 1981.

The softcover volume contains approximately 60 unnumbered pages, each filled with full-color embroidery charts and cross stitch diagrams.

The book focuses on traditional folk patterns from Northern Moldova, showcasing the richness of Romanian textile heritage.

The patterns include a wide variety of geometric and floral motifs, borders, and symbolic designs that are characteristic of the region. All charts are presented in clear, color-coded diagrams, making it easy to follow for both experienced embroiderers and collectors of traditional needlework.

Condition: overall good, with some handwritten marks on the cover and a few light stains on interior pages, but all charts remain clean and fully usable. This book is not only a useful craft guide for anyone interested in cross stitch and embroidery, but also a valuable collectible item for those passionate about folk art, textile history, and Eastern European traditions.

Due to its limited print run in the 1980s and specialized subject, it is increasingly difficult to find outside Romania. Whether you are a cross stitch enthusiast, a needlework pattern collector, or a folk art researcher, this book will enrich your library with unique and authentic ethnic embroidery motifs from the heart of Moldova.