the glass beads kit comes with the necessary thread, scissors, charms and earring accessories if you are a beginner to help start you out. the beads set comes nicely packaged in two good, sturdy organizer boxes and is in a good sturdy box to prevent possible damage in shipment ,the plastic box is very sturdy and helps keep everything organized. These friendship beads are perfect for hobby crafting,suitable for older kids, teens, and adults ,good for all ages. You can get started as soon as you get the craft kit if you like. This would be a fun craft for a rainy day, birthday party, quality time with the kiddos and so many other things and occasions. This is great exercise for the imagination. this would be a great gift for any little jewelry and craft lover. The kit would be awesome for a rainy day, snow day, vacation, birthday, and a host of other occasions. Maybe even just some quality family time. This is exercise for the imagination. Adults can enjoy this kit as well. Nothing wrong with that. You'll get hours of fun from this jewelry craft kit. This double bead set would be a wonderful gift to give to that "DIY" person in your life. or....perhaps you can have a "beading day" with someone special in your life? Since this set comes with so many wonderful and beautiful glass beads....you both can sit and make wonderful bracelets and/or necklaces