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Pepe Para Riki, Coastal Copper Needlepoint Postcard Kit
Designed by Arna Horn
The Coastal Copper (Lycaena salustius) is a small butterfly up to 33 mm of the Lycaenidae family.
It is found only in New Zealand. They are common in mid-summer in warm open places and are attracted to blackberry flowers.
Markings are very variable, especially the female.
Full Kit $45 BUY NOW
Finished size 12.5 x 12.5 cm
All needlepoint kits have the design stamped on the canvas in colour.
They come complete with STRAND unique mohair/wool yarn to finish the design and a needle.
A chart is also included.
Design is printed on 18 count canvas.
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