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Creative kits are the small formats in the Abris Art range: the things you stitch in one or two evenings and that are finished objects straight away. Magnets, keyrings, brooches, bracelets, greeting cards, bookmarks, decorative flags, photo frames and string art. The section holds 712 kits, 475 of them rated easy. Formats run from 50×50 to 190×290 mm and typically use 2–10 colours.
How this differs from the picture kits
| Creative kits | Bead and cross stitch pictures | |
|---|---|---|
| Working time | 2–10 hours | 20–100 hours and more |
| Colours | 2–10 | 12–39 |
| Result | A finished object: magnet, jewellery, card | A canvas that still needs finishing |
| Assembly | Findings included | Bars or frame bought separately |
That is why this section is so often chosen as a first experience, as a gift, and as something to make together with a child.
What is in a kit
- A base with the full-colour design printed on it: artist canvas (644 kits) or Aida (29).
- Materials for that particular piece: Preciosa beads or DMC floss.
- A needle and illustrated instructions.
- Findings for assembly: a magnet, a key ring, a clasp, a brooch back, a chain or a ribbon, depending on the item.
Subsections
- Magnets and keyrings — 305
- Jewellery: brooches, bracelets, collars — 182
- Greeting cards — 159
- String art — 38
- Decorative flags and photo frames — 17
- Bead embroidery bookmarks and cross stitch bookmarks
Subjects
Decorative designs (115 kits), animals and birds (112), children's designs (78), romantic subjects (76), winter and Christmas (72), flowers (54), still life (48) and patriotic designs (39).
Questions and answers
From what age can a child stitch these?
From about 7 or 8 with an adult nearby, if the kit uses 2–6 colours and the piece is no larger than 80×70 mm. More in bead embroidery with children.
Do I need to buy anything else?
No. Kits in this section include the findings for assembly: the magnet, the ring, the clasp or the brooch back.
How long does a magnet or a brooch take?
An 80×70 mm magnet takes about 3–5 hours. A brooch of 1,500–2,000 beads takes 5–8 hours.
How is the finished piece assembled?
The assembly order for magnets, keyrings and cards is described in how to assemble the finished piece.