A Winter Day Teddy Bear and Red Car Christmas Ornament Bead Embroidery Kit by Abris Art ABT-E-004

Bead A Winter Day, a two-sided beaded Christmas ornament kit by Abris Art — a teddy bear in a red Santa hat and green scarf hugging a snowball on one side and a vintage red car carrying a fir tree home on its roof on the other, finished with a red beaded rim and a white satin ribbon for hanging. Worked with about 299 Preciosa Czech glass beads in 5 colours over a full-colour printed design, so the beads pick out the highlights while the soft painted picture shows through.

A little stitcher's folklore: they say the family that brings the tree home together stays close all year. Stitchers say the teddy bear keeps the children's dreams warm.

Why this kit: if you love nostalgic Christmas images, this ornament pairs a cuddly bear with the classic red car and tree. Small and soft, it is perfect for a child's room or a gift topper, and easy enough for a first bead project.

Kit includes: art canvas pre-printed in colour with both sides of the ornament, about 299 Preciosa Czech glass beads in 5 colours, beading needles, beading thread, fiberfill, a decorative ribbon for hanging, and instructions with a finishing guide. The greenery, cones and other props in the photos are not included.

Sew each bead onto its colour-marked spot on the printed canvas, then cut out both circles, stitch them together, add the filling and finish with the beaded rim and ribbon loop.

Finished size: about 6.6 cm (2.6 in) across. A handmade keepsake for the tree, a gift topper or a Christmas card insert, and a sweet stocking stuffer for anyone who loves to craft.