Beadwork kit for creating brooch Crystal Art Cheerful cactus BP-370C

Bead-embroider Cheerful Cactus with this Charivna Mit beadwork kit — the finished piece is a green beaded cactus wearing a yellow, red, and blue striped sombrero and a black bead mustache, with orange maraca beads dangling on either side and a cream flowerpot base.

Why this kit: the felt pieces create a soft dimensional finish; the templates and stitch guide make the project approachable; the finished ornament or hoop art is easy to display or give as a handmade gift.

Kit includes: step-by-step instructions, color scheme, beads, lace, felt, rhinestone chain, thread, sequins, a fastener, and a needle. A cardboard base, beading thread, and glue for fixing decorative elements are needed separately to complete the work. Made in Ukraine.

Bead embroidery is worked by following the color scheme and stitching each bead onto the felt base in the indicated position and shade, building up texture and shine bead by bead, with the maraca and hat-brim beads finished as dangling accents once the main cactus shape is complete. The finished beadwork is then mounted onto a purchased cardboard backing for a firm, structured shape. Once complete, attach the brooch pin to wear or gift.

Finished size: 5.5x7 cm (2.17x2.76 in). A cheerful, quick beadwork project and a fun handmade brooch for anyone who loves novelty or cactus-themed jewelry.