A Level 1 Beginner-Friendly 10cm Direct Method Mosaic Kit About Healing, Resilience & Opening Again
🌸 Iris Coaster Mosaic DIY Kit
Create your own Iris Coaster — a meaningful beginner mosaic project designed to help you learn the joy of mosaic making through the direct method.
At 10cm, the Iris Coaster is small enough to feel achievable, but detailed enough to feel beautiful, satisfying and genuinely handmade.
This is a Level 1 beginner mosaic kit, created for people who want to slow down, make something real with their hands, and learn mosaic basics through a soft floral design full of meaning.
The Iris Coaster tells a story of healing, resilience, self-acceptance and opening again after hardship. Each tiny piece becomes part of something larger — a petal, a curve, a shimmer, a quiet return to yourself.
You can use your finished coaster every day, gift it with meaning, display it beside your favourite mug, or collect it as part of a handmade mosaic coaster set.
Best for: complete beginners, mindful makers, floral art lovers, adults wanting a relaxing DIY art kit, handmade gift buyers, coaster collectors, creative families, small groups, and anyone drawn to art about healing, resilience, courage, softness, self-acceptance and blooming again.
Please note: each Iris kit option includes different items. Some are digital only, some include Level 1 Masterclass support, and some are physical kits available Australia-wide only.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Premium hero image showing the full Iris Coaster kit range — digital template pages, instruction sheets, violet, lavender, purple, cream, yellow and green tesserae, grout, 10cm coaster bases, beginner tools, packaging, Level 1 Masterclass access card, and finished Iris Coasters. Keep the coaster design exactly faithful to the original Iris Coaster artwork, unaltered, not redrawn, not warped, with accurate colours, grout, shape, proportions and scale.]
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🌿 Choose Your Iris Coaster Kit Option
This page helps you choose the Iris Coaster kit format that suits how much guidance, support and physical material you want.
Some makers already have supplies and only need the design.
Some want digital instructions.
Some want the Level 1 Masterclass.
Some want everything packed beautifully and ready to begin.
Each option leads to the same gentle floral project — but the experience changes depending on how supported you want to feel.
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🧩 Kit 1 — Design-Only Digital Pattern
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Digital Template Only
Format: Digital design-only template
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who already have their own supplies
Course access: not included
Physical materials: not included
Finished size: 10cm coaster
This is the simplest and most flexible Iris Coaster option.
The design-only digital pattern gives you the printable Iris Coaster template so you can recreate the design using your own tiles, adhesive, grout, coaster base, tools and colours.
It is ideal if you already have mosaic supplies at home and simply want a symbolic, beginner-friendly floral design to make in your own way.
Because the Iris Coaster is made using the direct method, you place each tile directly onto the coaster base rather than working on mesh. This makes it a beautiful foundation project for learning how mosaics come together in a clear, hands-on way.
The iris design gives you a gentle opportunity to practise curved petals, colour zones, soft movement and thoughtful placement while still keeping the project achievable.
What’s Included
Iris Coaster digital template:
Printable design pattern
Finished reference image
Basic layout guidance
Design for a 10cm coaster
What’s Not Included
Tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Printed instructions
Physical materials
Postage
Level 1 Masterclass access
Choose this option if: you only want the printable Iris Coaster design template.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Clean flat lay of the printable Iris Coaster template beside loose violet, lavender, purple, yellow and green tesserae, a pencil, ruler and a small card reading “Digital pattern only — materials not included.” Keep the Iris design true to the original artwork and do not alter the design.]
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📥 Kit 2 — Digital Design & Instruction Kit
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Digital Template + Step-by-Step Instructions
Format: Digital download
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who want guidance while sourcing their own materials
Course access: not included
Physical materials: not included
Recommended digital option: yes
This is the best value digital option for most beginner makers.
The Digital Design & Instruction Kit includes the printable Iris Coaster template plus step-by-step guidance to help you create the coaster using your own materials.
It is perfect for international makers, beginners, or anyone who wants more support than a template alone.
You’ll receive guidance on materials, tools, direct method placement, spacing, adhesive, grouting, finishing and creating a functional coaster with confidence.
This option gives you kit structure without needing a physical kit shipped to you.
What’s Included
Printable Iris Coaster template
Detailed step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Materials guidance
Tools guidance
Direct method guidance
Tile placement support
Petal shape guidance
Grout guidance
Tips for creating a functional coaster
Download-only access
What’s Not Included
Physical tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Printed materials
Physical postage
Level 1 Masterclass access
Choose this option if: you want the Iris design plus clear step-by-step instructions to help you make it with confidence.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Tablet or laptop showing Iris Coaster digital instructions beside printed pages, violet tesserae, yellow centre pieces, grout sample, pencil notes and a calm beginner mosaic workspace. Keep the Iris Coaster reference image exactly faithful to the original design.]
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🎓 Kit 3 — Digital Design & Instructions + Level 1 Masterclass
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Digital Kit + Beginner Direct Method Learning Support
Format: Digital design, instructions and Level 1 learning support
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: complete beginners who want extra confidence and technique support
Course access: Level 1 Masterclass included
Physical materials: not included
This option is for makers who want to learn properly from the beginning.
It includes the Iris digital design and instructions, plus access to the Level 1 Mosaic Masterclass, focused on beginner-friendly direct method mosaic making.
This is a beautiful choice if you do not just want to make one coaster — you want to understand how mosaics work.
The Level 1 Masterclass helps you build a strong foundation in materials, tools, workspace setup, safety, substrates, adhesives, tesserae, grout, sealers, tile placement, spacing, finishing and beginner confidence.
The Iris Coaster is a perfect Level 1 project because the size is manageable, the design is meaningful, and the direct method lets you learn mosaic basics in a clear, practical way.
What’s Included
Printable Iris Coaster template
Detailed digital instructions
Finished reference image
Direct method guidance
Beginner-friendly making support
Materials and tools guidance
Tile placement and spacing tips
Petal and curve placement guidance
Grout planning support
Level 1 Mosaic Masterclass access
Download-only access
What’s Not Included
Physical materials
Tiles or tesserae
Grout
Adhesive
Coaster base
Sealant
Tools
Postage
Choose this option if: you want digital instructions plus Level 1 Masterclass access to begin your mosaic journey with proper support.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Calm learning flat lay with the Iris Coaster template, Level 1 Masterclass screen, beginner mosaic notes, violet and yellow tesserae, grout swatch, and a card reading “Direct Method — Beginner Level 1.” Keep the Iris artwork reference unchanged and accurate.]
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🎁 Deluxe Additions in Physical Kits
Physical Iris Coaster kits are designed to feel beautiful from the moment they arrive.
Depending on the kit option selected, physical kits may include:
Gold tissue paper
Ribbon
Gift note
The month’s Mosaic Mail Club Edition
Premium presentation box
Bonus sticker
Extra beginner support
These details help the kit feel less like craft supplies in a box and more like a small creative ritual waiting to begin.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Premium unboxing image for the Iris Coaster kit with gold tissue paper, ribbon, printed instructions, violet tesserae, soft floral details, and a small Shimmer and Whimsy House card. Include optional card text: “10% of this purchase went towards fighting sexual violence.” Keep all Iris artwork depictions faithful and unchanged.]
🎁 Kit 4 — Physical Materials Kit: Set of 2
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Materials Only | Set of 2
Format: Physical materials kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers in Australia who already have basic tools
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 coasters, each 10cm
Available: Australia only
This option includes the physical materials to create a set of 2 Iris Coasters.
It is a practical choice if you want the main materials prepared for you, but you already have basic tools and are happy working with simple instructions.
You receive the design, coaster bases, tesserae, adhesive, grout and instructions — ready for a soft, reflective direct method making session.
The Iris design makes this kit feel especially meaningful. As each petal comes together, the coaster slowly becomes a small daily reminder of healing, resilience, courage and opening again after hardship.
What’s Included
Materials to make 2 Iris Coasters
2 × 10cm coaster bases
Tesserae for the design
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Careful luxurious packaging for safe delivery
What’s Not Included
Level 1 Masterclass access
Digital course lessons
Extra tools unless specifically stated
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Mixing container
Any extra preferred tools
Choose this option if: you want the physical materials for a set of 2 Iris Coasters and already have basic tools.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Neat flat lay showing two 10cm coaster bases, violet and lavender tesserae, yellow centre pieces, green accents, grout, adhesive, printed Iris template and instructions. Keep the finished Iris design accurate, unchanged and clearly recognisable.]
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🌸 Kit 5 — Complete Physical Kit: Set of 2
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Complete Beginner Set of 2
Format: Complete physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: beginners who want a complete physical kit
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 coasters, each 10cm
Available: Australia only
This is the complete Iris Coaster kit for makers who want the easiest and most convenient physical option.
Everything is prepared for you so you can open the kit and begin with confidence.
You’ll create a set of 2 Iris mosaic coasters using the direct method, placing each piece directly onto the coaster base and watching the flower slowly open beneath your hands.
This is a beautiful option for complete beginners, thoughtful gift buyers, families, or anyone wanting a meaningful creative project with a practical finished result.
The set of 2 is perfect for making one to keep and one to gift, creating a matching pair for your coffee table, or sharing a small making moment with someone you love.
What’s Included
Materials to make 2 Iris Coasters
2 × 10cm coaster bases
Tesserae for the full design
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Basic tools
Video tutorials
Maker support through the studio
Careful luxurious packaging for safe giftable delivery
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Small container or bowl for grout mixing
Time to enjoy the process slowly
Choose this option if: you want a complete physical kit for a set of 2 Iris Coasters.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Premium studio hero shot of the complete set-of-2 Iris Coaster kit opened beautifully, with two 10cm coaster bases, violet, lavender, yellow and green tesserae, grout, adhesive, instructions, tools and a finished Iris Coaster pair. Keep the Iris design faithful and unaltered.]
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🌸 Kit 6 — Complete Physical Kit: Set of 4
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Complete Beginner Set of 4
Format: Complete physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: makers who want a fuller project or matching coaster set
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 4 coasters, each 10cm
Available: Australia only
This option gives you the complete Iris experience as a set of 4 functional mosaic coasters.
It is perfect if you want a larger making session, a matching handmade coaster set for your home, or a more generous handmade gift.
The set of 4 gives you more time to settle into the rhythm of direct method mosaic making. With each coaster, you can become more confident in placement, spacing, adhesive use, grout finish and overall creative flow.
By the end, you will have a soft, floral, meaningful set of handmade Iris Coasters — practical enough for daily use and beautiful enough to leave on display.
This is a lovely option if you want the satisfaction of a full coaster collection rather than a single small project.
What’s Included
Materials to make 4 Iris Coasters
4 × 10cm coaster bases
Tesserae for the full coaster set
Grout
Adhesive
Printed template
Step-by-step instructions
Finished reference image
Basic tools
Video tutorials
Maker support through the studio
Careful packaging for safe delivery
You Provide
Water
Protected work surface
Mixing container
A little extra time to enjoy the fuller set
Choose this option if: you want a complete physical kit for a set of 4 Iris Coasters.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Finished set of 4 Iris Coasters styled on a warm table with mugs, cream linen, violet iris flowers, recycled timber, garden greenery and natural light. Keep each coaster accurate, consistent and true to the original Iris design.]
✨ Kit 7 — Deluxe Gift Kit: 2-of-2, 2-Person Experience
Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit | Deluxe 2-Person Beginner Mosaic Experience
Format: Deluxe physical kit
Skill level: Beginner / Level 1
Method: Direct method
Best for: two people making together, gifts, creative dates, friends, family members, parent-child making, mindful craft sessions and premium presentation
Course access: not included
Physical materials: included
Finished size: 2 makers each get their own unboxing experience and create 2 Iris Coasters each
Available: Australia only
This is the most giftable Iris Coaster kit option.
The Deluxe 2-of-2, 2-Person Experience is designed for two people to enjoy the meaningful joy of mosaic making together. Each maker creates their own giftwrapped set of 2 Iris Coasters, making this a beautiful shared creative activity for friends, couples, family members, craft nights, thoughtful self-care gifting, or gentle creative connection.
It turns the Iris Coaster project into more than a kit.
It becomes a shared experience.
A quiet afternoon at the table.
Two sets of hands.
Two little coaster collections.
One reflective creative ritual about healing, resilience and opening again.
Because the Iris Coaster is a beginner-friendly direct method project, it is approachable even for people who have never made mosaics before. The floral shape, soft colour palette and meaningful story make it a lovely introduction to tile placement, spacing, adhesive, grouting and finishing.
The deluxe presentation makes the experience feel extra special from the moment it arrives — thoughtful, generous, creative and ready to enjoy together.
What’s Included
Materials for 2 people
Each person makes 2 Iris Coasters in their own giftbox
4 × 10cm coaster bases total
Tesserae for all 4 coasters
Grout x2
Adhesive x2
Printed templates x2
Step-by-step instructions x2
Finished reference image x2
Premium gift-style packaging x2
Studio support
Carefully packed delivery
Choose this option if: you want the most giftable deluxe 2-of-2, 2-person experience — perfect for making together, gifting, or sharing a meaningful beginner mosaic moment.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Deluxe Iris Coaster kit styled for two people at a table, with two making stations, violet tesserae, yellow centre pieces, two sets of coaster bases, soft linen, warm light, tea cups and a card reading “A creative moment to open again.” Keep the Iris design unchanged and faithful.]
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🌸 The Story Behind the Iris Coaster
The Iris Coaster is a small artwork about healing, resilience, self-acceptance and the quiet courage to keep opening after hardship.
An iris begins closed.
Soft petals held inward.
Colour hidden.
Strength tucked behind a careful stillness.
From the outside, it may look delicate.
But the iris knows something deeper.
It knows what it means to survive difficult weather.
It knows what it means to grow slowly.
It knows what it means to open only when it is ready.
The Iris Coaster carries that feeling.
Its violet petals are not just pretty. They hold depth, memory and quiet strength. Its warm yellow centre glows like the part of you that remains alive even after hard seasons.
Each small mosaic piece becomes part of that story.
One fragment for courage.
One for softness.
One for patience.
One for the version of yourself still learning to trust the light again.
As you make the Iris Coaster, you are not simply following a pattern.
You are building a small symbol of resilience, piece by piece.
Every time someone places a cup upon the finished coaster, the iris whispers:
You are stronger than you know.
Healing does not need to be rushed.
Softness can survive.
You are allowed to open again.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Emotional close-up of the finished Iris Coaster beside a cup of tea, candle, soft linen and warm natural light, with the violet iris design glowing gently in focus. Keep the artwork completely faithful to the original design.]
✨ Why You’ll Love Making the Iris Coaster
This kit is soft, symbolic, useful and beginner friendly.
It gives you the satisfaction of creating a finished mosaic without the pressure of a large project.
You’ll love the Iris Coaster kit if you want:
A true beginner-friendly mosaic project
A Level 1 direct method coaster kit
A warm, mindful making experience
A functional coaster you can actually use
A small creative project with a beautiful result
A handmade gift idea
A gentle introduction to grout and adhesive
A relaxing adult craft kit
A meaningful floral art project
A project about healing, resilience and opening again
A way to learn mosaic basics through Level 1 skills
This is a lovely first mosaic because it teaches real technique in a small, manageable format.
You are not just decorating a coaster.
You are learning how mosaic pieces, spacing, adhesive, grout and finish work together.
And at the end, you have a little iris of your own — something useful, lasting and full of meaning.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Finished Iris Coaster beneath a mug, styled on a warm neutral table with soft shadows, violet flowers, garden greenery and soft golden afternoon light. Keep the coaster exactly true to the supplied artwork.]
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🧩 What You’ll Learn
The Iris Coaster is designed as a Level 1 direct method mosaic project, making it ideal for beginners.
Depending on the kit option you choose, you may practise:
Following a mosaic template
Understanding the direct method
Placing tiles directly onto a coaster base
Working with adhesive
Planning spacing between tiles
Creating a balanced 10cm design
Building petal shapes with tesserae
Working with curved lines and floral movement
Using violet, lavender and yellow tones for depth
Preparing for grout
Applying grout
Cleaning the mosaic surface
Finishing a functional coaster
Building confidence with mosaic tools and materials
This design is especially satisfying because the iris petals give you a clear visual guide while still feeling expressive and artistic.
You do not need to make everything perfect.
The story of the Iris reminds you that healing is not about perfection.
It is about patience.
Softness.
Courage.
And becoming whole slowly.
You simply follow the design, place one piece at a time, and let the flower open beneath your hands.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Process image showing hands placing violet tesserae directly onto the 10cm coaster base, with the Iris template nearby. Keep the artwork-in-progress faithful to the real Iris Coaster pattern.]
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🎓 Why Choose the Level 1 Masterclass Option?
The Level 1 Masterclass option is ideal if you want to feel supported from the very beginning.
Instead of guessing your way through the process, you’ll learn the foundational skills behind mosaic making from the start.
This can help you understand not only what to do, but why each step matters.
In Level 1, You’ll Learn About:
Basic mosaic materials
Beginner-friendly tools
How to set up your workspace
How to use adhesive
How to follow a design
How to place tiles with confidence
How to manage spacing
How to work with curved petal shapes
How to grout
How to clean and finish your piece
How to avoid common beginner mistakes
How to build confidence before moving into larger mosaics
The Iris Coaster is a perfect Level 1 project because it is small, structured, meaningful, practical and achievable.
It also gives beginners a gentle introduction to creating movement and emotion through petal placement.
Soft CTA:
Select the Level 1 Masterclass option if you want the most supported beginner path into mosaic making.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Level 1 course screen beside the Iris Coaster kit materials, with notes labelled “direct method,” “spacing,” “petals,” “grouting,” and “beginner confidence.” Keep the Iris design accurate and unchanged.]
🕯️ A Slow, Satisfying Creative Ritual
This is not a project that asks you to rush.
The Iris Coaster invites you to slow down.
To sit with colour.
To place each petal.
To notice the richness of violet, lavender, yellow and green.
To feel the texture beneath your fingers.
To enjoy the gentle focus that comes from making something by hand.
You do not need to be an artist.
You do not need to have experience.
You do not need to make it perfect.
The direct method gives you a simple way to begin: place the tiles directly onto the base, follow the pattern, let the design grow slowly, then grout and finish your piece.
By the end, you will have something real.
Something useful.
Something made by you.
A small iris to hold your cup, brighten your table, and remind you that healing can be gentle, quiet and deeply powerful.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Quiet making scene with Iris Coaster in progress, cup of tea, tile bowls, soft linen and warm afternoon light. The Iris pattern must remain faithful to the original design.]
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🎁 A Meaningful Gift or Self-Gift
The Iris Coaster Mosaic Kit makes a thoughtful gift for someone who loves:
Creative hobbies
Mindful craft
Flowers
Colourful homewares
Handmade objects
Relaxing art kits
Beginner-friendly projects
Slow weekends
Craft nights
Useful handmade gifts
Art with emotional meaning
Learning something new
The set of 2 is perfect for a small creative treat.
The set of 4 is ideal for a fuller homewares project, a handmade gift set, or a shared making experience.
The deluxe 2-person version turns the whole project into something even more special — a creative gift that can be enjoyed together, side by side.
It is especially lovely for someone moving through a season of healing, rebuilding, self-trust, personal growth, grief, change or quiet becoming.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Gift-style image of the Iris Coaster kit beside ribbon, soft linen, a handwritten card, violet flowers and a finished coaster glowing in warm natural light. Include optional small Shimmer and Whimsy House donation card.]
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👯 Why the 2-Person Kit Feels Special
The Deluxe 2-of-2 Kit is not just about receiving more materials.
It is about creating a shared experience.
Two people can sit together, each with their own little coaster set, and enjoy the warm rhythm of making at the same time.
It is lovely for:
Creative date nights
Mother-daughter making
Parent-child bonding
Friends who craft together
Sisters or siblings
Beginner workshop-style gifting
A peaceful weekend activity
A thoughtful self-care gift for two
A shared moment of reflection and creativity
Each maker finishes with their own set of 2 Iris Coasters, making the experience feel personal, generous and complete.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Two people making Iris Coasters at the same table, each with their own materials arranged neatly, warm light, mugs of tea and a calm creative mood. Keep finished and in-progress Iris designs true to the original artwork.]
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📦 Shipping & Availability
Digital kits are available worldwide as downloads.
Physical kits are available Australia only.
Free Australia-wide shipping applies to physical kits.
Each physical kit is luxuriously packaged and is an experience in itself — receiving and opening a Mosaic Maker’s Studio kit is part of the joy. Each order is carefully packed for safe delivery, with attention given to protecting the materials and making the experience feel beautiful when it arrives.
Digital kits are downloads only. No physical materials are shipped with digital products.
Orders placed before Friday 12pm ship Monday.
Subscription boxes ship monthly ASAP at the start of the month.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Shipping and packaging image showing a packed Iris Coaster kit box with tissue paper, ribbon, label, secure packaging, violet tesserae peeking softly from the kit, and a warm premium handmade studio feel.]
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🌿 Which Iris Coaster Kit Should I Choose?
Choose the Digital Template Only if you already have mosaic supplies and only need the Iris design.
Choose the Digital Design & Instructions if you want step-by-step guidance while using your own materials.
Choose the Digital Kit + Level 1 Masterclass if you are new to mosaic and want proper beginner technique support.
Choose the Physical Materials Kit: Set of 2 if you already have basic tools and want the main materials prepared for you.
Choose the Complete Physical Kit: Set of 2 if you want the easiest complete beginner kit.
Choose the Complete Physical Kit: Set of 4 if you want a fuller project or a matching handmade coaster set.
Choose the Deluxe 2-Person Experience if you want the most giftable shared creative kit.
[IMAGE PROMPT: Comparison-style lifestyle image showing the Iris Coaster kit variants arranged from digital to physical to deluxe gift kit. Include clear visual difference between template-only, digital instructions, Level 1 support card, set of 2, set of 4 and 2-person kit. Keep all Iris artwork depictions unchanged.]
❓ Iris Coaster Kit FAQ
Is the Iris Coaster kit beginner friendly?
Yes. The Iris Coaster is a Level 1 beginner mosaic kit designed for the direct method. It is small, structured and achievable for new makers.
What size is the finished coaster?
The finished Iris Coaster is 10cm.
What method does this kit use?
This kit uses the direct method, where tiles are placed directly onto the coaster base.
Is this a mesh method kit?
No. This Iris Coaster kit is a direct method kit, not a mesh method kit. It is designed as a Level 1 beginner project.
Do digital kits include physical materials?
No. Digital kits are downloads only. They do not include tiles, grout, adhesive, tools, coaster bases or postage.
Which option is best for complete beginners?
The Digital Kit + Level 1 Masterclass is best if you want learning support. The Complete Physical Kit: Set of 2 is best if you want physical materials and beginner convenience.
Are physical kits available internationally?
Physical kits are available Australia only. Digital kits are available worldwide.
Can I gift this kit?
Yes. The Iris Coaster kit is especially suited to thoughtful gifting, self-care gifts, floral craft gifts, creative date nights, friendship gifts and beginner mosaic experiences.