All stitches are cross stitch. Done in the Assisi style of cross stitch where only the background is stitched. If stitching in needlepoint just use an off white wool for the motifs. September~Carnations is the third design in my calendar collection of patterns. I've scattered some carnations and butterflies on a ticking stripe background and used colors in rich raspberry shades. I hope you'll enjoy stitching my tribute to the lovely month of September!