I`m new to the arts and crafts world, but this kit made my first attempt at cross-stitching a breeze! As my tests showed, the needles and thread glide smoothly making the process stress-free and easy to learn. The kit contains everything you need to create beautiful cross-stitch designs, including instructions that are easy to follow. However one downside is that the patterns are limited .Overall, a great kit for beginners, highly recommended!See full review