Like the previous poster, I thought that it required some assembly. . . but in reality it is A LOT of work. Also, there are not enough supplies to finish it. I called the company and they are sending out what I needed, but it's been over a week and I still don't have the thread. And you have to buy your own batting and dowel rod with a finial to complete it, so it does not come with everything you need. I can't wait until I'm done with it so I can use it. (Christmas is less than a week away!!!) I will definitely admire it when it's done. It's coming along nicely, and I know the kids will love it, so I think it's worth all of the hard work.