This Kaleidoscope Kit consists of all the parts you need to make a beautiful piece of art. Each kit comes complete with 9" lacquered brass tube, three large strips of front-surface mirrors (with protective film), glass magnifying lens, brass end rings, colored glass gems (you can add your own if desired), and an acrylic chamber.No decoration necessary. Just assemble the parts, and voila! The brass tube is lacquered and looks great as is.