Art Deco Fan Brooch Bead Embroidery Kit by Abris Art AD-098

Bead an Art Deco fan with Fan, a bead embroidery brooch kit by Abris Art — a black-and-gold folding fan with ribs of amber and bronze beads, a sparkling crystal at its centre and a swinging beaded tassel. Worked in 15 colours of Preciosa Ornela Czech seed beads, it has all the glamour of a 1920s evening bag.

A little stitcher's folklore: in old etiquette the fan had its own secret language — a slow wave, a half-open fan, a fan to the lips all sent messages across a ballroom. In the East, an open fan is a wish for a future that keeps unfolding. Stitchers say a beaded fan worn close brings charm and confidence wherever you go.

Why this kit: if you love vintage glamour, this is a statement piece you can make in a few evenings. It's a satisfying introduction to bead embroidery, and the finished fan looks like something from an antique jewellery box — except you made it. Perfect for a coat lapel, a clutch or a hat.

Kit includes: art canvas with the full-colour design printed on it, about 1,247 Preciosa Czech glass beads in 15 colours, Preciosa No. 13 microbeads in 2 colours, a microbead embroidery needle, beading thread, decorative glass stones and accents (rondelles, bugle beads, drops, spacers and half-round stones), a decorative brooch clasp, and step-by-step illustrated instructions for the embroidery and finishing.

Each bead is sewn onto its colour-marked spot on the printed canvas. Then add the glass stones, cut the piece out along the outline and assemble it with the decorative clasp from the kit, following the illustrated instructions.

Finished size: 6.5×11.5 cm (2.56×4.53 in). A glamorous handmade accessory and a thoughtful gift for vintage lovers.