Amethyst Iris Flower Brooch Bead Embroidery Kit by Abris Art AD-200

Bead a jewel-toned iris with Amethyst Iris, a bead embroidery brooch kit by Abris Art — ruffled petals in purple, violet and deep burgundy, set with faceted crystals and touched with gold at the heart. Worked in 20 colours of Preciosa Ornela Czech seed beads, it catches the light from every angle.

A little stitcher's folklore: the iris is named for Iris, the Greek messenger goddess who travelled on the rainbow, and in the language of flowers it carries hope and good news. Amethyst, in turn, was the stone of calm and clear thinking. Stitchers say wear an iris and good news finds you faster.

Why this kit: if you love rich colour and sparkle, this is one of the most striking brooches in the range. It's a rewarding step up for beaders who've tried a simple kit, and a quick, special project for experienced hands. A beautiful gift for anyone who loves purple.

Kit includes: art canvas with the full-colour design printed on it, about 624 Preciosa Czech glass beads in 20 colours, Preciosa No. 13 microbeads in 5 colours, a microbead embroidery needle, beading thread, decorative glass stones and accents (leaf stones, bicones, hatchet-cut stones 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: 7.3×8.9 cm (2.87×3.5 in). A statement handmade accessory and a thoughtful gift for flower lovers.