What's the beading process like for this Snow Maiden craft kit?

The beading process is engaging and rewarding, with a good balance of challenge and creativity. You'll need to thread the beads onto the wire, then shape and arrange them to create the design. It's a bit tedious at times, but the end result is well worth the effort.

What kind of beads are used in this Snow Maiden craft kit?

The beads used in this kit are high-quality glass beads, with a lovely sheen to them. They're available in a range of colors and patterns, allowing you to customize the design to your taste.

How long does it take to complete the beaded Snow Maiden?

The time it takes to complete the beaded Snow Maiden will depend on your level of experience and the pace at which you work. However, it's a relatively quick project, taking around 2-3 hours to complete.

Can I use this beaded Snow Maiden as a gift?

Yes, the beaded Snow Maiden makes a lovely gift for friends and family. It's a unique and special item that's sure to be treasured for years to come.

Is this beaded Snow Maiden suitable for young children?

While the beaded Snow Maiden is a lovely item, it's not suitable for young children due to small parts. However, older children and adults will love it.

What kind of support is available for this beaded Snow Maiden craft kit?

Rainbow Beads offers excellent customer support, with a range of resources available online, including tutorials and FAQs. You can also contact their customer service team for help and advice.

Can I return or exchange this beaded Snow Maiden?

Yes, Rainbow Beads offers a returns and exchanges policy, allowing you to return or exchange the beaded Snow Maiden if it's not to your satisfaction.

What kind of shipping options are available for this beaded Snow Maiden?

Rainbow Beads offers a range of shipping options, including standard and express shipping. You can choose the option that best suits your needs and budget.

Beaded Snow Maiden from Rainbow Beads: A Fun Winter Project

Hello everyone!

As we're approaching the New Year, I'm getting into the holiday spirit by preparing for the big night.

One of my favorite things to do is make handmade ornaments for the tree, and I've got a small collection of glass ornaments going already.

But let's be real, there's nothing quite like making something with your own two hands.

I've made ornaments out of all sorts of materials – fabric, wood, plastic. There's something special about creating something that's truly one-of-a-kind, made with love.

This year, I've fallen head over heels for beaded ornaments. I used to dabble in beading from time to time, but this year I'm really getting into it.

It's a bit of a labor-intensive process, but I find it really rewarding. Not too long ago, I made a beaded Matryoshka doll and I was really happy with how it turned out – flaws and all!

Of course, I couldn't just stop at one – I had to make a Snow Maiden to go along with it.

The Beaded Snow Maiden Kit from Raduga Biser

From the manufacturer

Attach a loop of thread to the Matryoshka doll and you've got a beautiful handmade ornament for your tree. Or use it as a decoration for your home.

If you're a crafty person, use the Matryoshka doll as a sewing kit.

Want to experience some serious sensory delight? Just hold onto this Matryoshka doll, run your fingers over it, and feel the smoothness and roundness of the beads. It's almost meditative!

Manufacturer: "Rainbow Beads", Russia

I have to admit, I hadn't heard of "Rainbow Beads" until this year.

It was when I started embroidering a toy called "Grandfather Frost" that I stumbled upon them.

"Rainbow Beads" offers a wide range of different Matryoshka dolls that are embroidered with beads and transformed into real Matryoshka dolls. It looks interesting and very much in the spirit of Russian culture, since the Matryoshka doll is one of Russia's symbols.

Product code: V-545

Price: 630 rubles

Where I bought it: OZON

This set includes embroidering beads on a double-sided Matryoshka doll toy in the shape of a Snow Maiden for the Christmas tree.

The Snow Maiden looks very cute and charming.

To be honest, the Snow Maiden is a special character for me, so I couldn't pass up on a story like this.

I love how this Snow Maiden set from Raduga Biser looks like it'll turn out – it's going to be a beautiful and interesting matryoshka doll.

I'm also a fan of the color scheme in this design. They've put together the main winter colors with some festive, holiday touches. My only quibble is the choice of poinsettia as an accessory on the Snow Maiden's outfit – it's not exactly a Russian flower. But overall, the Snow Maiden looks really vibrant.

Of course, she'll make a great pair with Ded Moroz, even though his outfit is red and hers is blue.

Price: 630 rubles with a discount.

Where I bought it: OZON

Beaded sets like this one can be pricey compared to regular ones.

You can find these kinds of sets on many online platforms. Prices vary, so it's worth waiting for sales and buying at the best price you can find. I bought it where the price was the most competitive at the time.

Final size:

10*8 cm.

The Snow Maiden will be a small doll, perfect for decorating the Christmas tree.

Kit contents:

The kit includes all the materials you need to make this adorable matryoshka toy. For the price, I'd expect the materials to be good quality, and they are.

Czech glass beads

Canvas with printed design and pattern

Needle (made in England)

Thread

Stuffing material

Detailed instruction and pattern

The base is a canvas with a printed design and symbols according to the key.

The beads come in 8 different colors.

There's a good mix of bright and muted shades.

The needle, thread, and stuffing material are all packaged separately.

There's a sewing guide included.

I found it helpful to watch the manufacturer's assembly video for a step-by-step guide.

Process, end result

I love the process of beading; it's almost meditative for me.

Using a beading organizer makes the process so much easier, allowing me to quickly grab the right bead without slowing down.

I always bead from the top to prevent accidental damage to the beads.

The most challenging part for me was assembling the matryoshka.

But first, you need to bead the fabric pieces together.

Now, I had a bit of trouble here. Since I work with beads in the evening under artificial lighting, some of the icon colors on the pattern looked way too similar to me. In the end, I got the shades mixed up and sewed the wrong beads in some places. I'm not sure what happened. Either I'm just being super careless or the lighting really threw me off, or maybe the icons on the pattern really do look similar.

To be honest, my Snow Maiden turned out differently from the original design. But I wasn't too fussed, because she still looks beautiful, even if she's not like the cover.

On the second side, I was way more careful.

Looking at the materials, I'd say there's a good amount of each bead color included in the pack.

Remains of the beads

After sewing the beads to the two bases, you need to cut them out along the contours.

The next step is to shape the two parts using cardboard and interfacing.

I'll be the first to admit, assembling the Matryoshka doll was a real challenge the first time around. It took me a few tries to get it right, but this time with Snegurochka, the process was a breeze. I actually enjoyed it, which is a big plus in my book.

And check out the finished product – isn't she a beauty?

The texture of the beaded fabric is really nice – it's so tactile.

And despite my mishap with the beading, the result is still pretty stunning. I'm really happy with how Snegurochka turned out.

She's a sweetheart, with a lovely face and a stylish outfit.

The blue, white, and red combo looks super cool and vibrant.

This toy is great from every angle.

I went with a silver tassel for the hanger, just like Grandma's.

And together, these two toys make a fantastic pair:

The Matryoshka dolls turned out to be super plushy, thanks to the polyester filling. I'm really into this type of handmade Christmas decoration. First, it looks great. Second, it's a labor of love.

I'm really happy with the Snow Maiden craft kit. The components are top-notch and there are loads of them – I've got a stash of threads and beads that'll last me a while.

My only gripe is that the keys were a bit too similar for my liking – I ended up getting them mixed up. But that's probably on me, not the kit. The beading process is pretty time-consuming and fiddly, and with two sides to work on, it's a lot of work. You'll need some patience and skill to get it together.

But the end result is well worth it – my Snow Maiden is a beauty, and I'm just as proud of her as I am of my Christmas decorations.

I'd definitely recommend this kit to anyone looking to create something special.

If you want to see more of my craft projects, you can check them out here.