Here is as sneak peek at what I have chosen for my project:

Beginning Steps:
1) The linen is chosen, 32ct Carnation Pink Belfast
2) 21 flavors of DMC floss is ready to wind on some bobbins
3) Size 26 Tapestry needle (and a spare just in case)
4) Working copy of pattern, enlarged for my eyes to see
5) Fabric for back of ornament