The kit includes the pattern, detailed instructions and the materials and threads for working the design. The background fabric is Dupion silk and is available in cream or pale gold. The angel's magnificent wings are worked solidly in gilt threads in laid work, chip work and a little cutwork. The panel running down the front of the angel's robe is laid work over string padding and is outlined on both sides with gilt super pearl purl and a row of vertical s-ing using gilt bright check. The border at the hemline is worked with plate work and is also outlined with gilt super pearl purl and s-ing using gilt bright check. A row of vertical s-ing with purple rough purls embellishes the maniple over the angel's arm. Her hair is worked with a double row of overstretched silver super pearl purl. Gilt super pearl purl is manipulated to work her delicate facial features and hands. The design is further embellished with spangles and beads.