Once, a long time ago, a young mermaid chanced upon a handsome ship's captain and promptly fell in love. Now she waits amidst the rocks and sea spray, waiting for his ship to return. Meanwhile, she becomes impossibly more beautiful, her chestnut hair growing ever longer, her emerald and aqua fins and tail shimmering ever brighter in the sun. Does he still love her? Will he come back? The story is yours to finish. Released on February 20th, 1998. Required materials Stitched on Zweigart Belfast 32 count Olive Green linen. Alternate fabric is 32 count Tumbleweed linen by Permin furnished by Wichelt Imports. Design area is 11" x 17" with a stitch count of 161 x 260. Beads and specialty materials needed Beads by Mill Hill 12171 Glass Treasures12173 Glass Treasures 12176 Glass Treasures 13025 Crystal Treasures 40123 Petite Glass Bead 42017 Petite Glass Bead 42029 Petite Glass Bead Kreinik Metallic Threads 009 #4 Very Fine Braid 191 #4 Very Fine Braid 829 #8 Braid