If you're looking for a new hobby or a creative way to spend your time, these 30 craft kits and hobby books are perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike. From scrapbooking to sushi making, there's something for everyone.
Scrapbooking and Journaling
The Art of Memory Collecting is a scrapbooking and crafting project book that has taken TikTok by storm. It is often featured in "What's in my Analog Bag" videos, where creators showcase their junk journals. One reviewer raves, "I absolutely LOVED this book from the creative activities to the photos of the art — chef's kiss!!" Available on Amazon for $18.47.
A minimalist reading journal from Kunitsa Co. helps you track your reading with space for 52 book reviews and lists for DNF, favorites, and borrowed books. It comes in six colors and costs $16.95 on Amazon.
Watercolor and Painting
A beginner watercolor workbook offers 25 projects that take less than 30 minutes each. You'll need a watercolor paint set to get started. A reviewer says, "This workbook is perfection. So well made and explained for beginners." It's $16.09 on Amazon.
A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit includes three pre-printed canvases, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and a mini easel. Perfect for creating "happy little trees." Available for $10.73 on Amazon.
A customized pet paint-by-number kit turns your pet's photo into a paint-by-number template. You'll need a printer to generate the image. It costs $42.99 on Amazon.
Embroidery and Sewing
A beginner's embroidery kit includes hoops, pre-printed patterns, thread, needles, and a guide. One reviewer says, "This kit has helped me a lot in remembering and learning new stitches." Available for $24.99 on Amazon in three sets.
A state embroidery kit from harlinanddoney on Etsy offers designs for each state with three thread colors. Starting at $16, it's a great way to create a beautiful piece of art.
A transparent embroidery kit from The Cherry Blossom US on Etsy lets you choose a design that matches your decor. Available in nine designs for $13.49+.
A lightweight sewing machine from Brother comes with 27 built-in stitches and six sewing feet. Beginners and veterans alike praise its ease of use. It's $129.99+ on Amazon in eight bundle types.
A mini animal sewing kit requires no prior experience or sewing machine. One reviewer says, "This is so much fun and so relaxing." Available for $21.99 on Amazon.
Puzzles and Games
The Peckish Pirates is a Magic Puzzle with Easter eggs and a surprise ending. Reviewers love the high-quality pieces and hidden final image. It's $24.99 on Amazon.
A Pride & Prejudice sticker jigsaw puzzle book features beautiful illustrations and mini stories. Also available in Wizard of Oz, Edgar Allan Poe, and The Great Gatsby editions. Each is $10.48 on Amazon.
The Book of Weird and Unusual Trivia is 704 pages of fun facts, like that Uranus used to be called George. It's $16.98 on Amazon.
Home Decor and Gardening
A hummingbird feeder from Sweet Feeders mounts near your favorite reading spot. Available in two styles for $29.99 on Amazon.
A pack of zombie plant seeds grows a plant that "plays dead" when touched. A pack of two is $11.95 on Amazon.
A bonsai starter kit grows four trees from organic seeds, including Rocky Mountain Bristlecone Pine and Norway Spruce. It includes pots, soil discs, markers, a clipper, and instructions for $18.99 on Amazon.
A felted succulent monster kit lets you create desk buddies without caring for live plants. It includes supplies for four creatures and costs $28.99 on Amazon.
A terrarium starter kit with dinosaur figures includes everything you need to build a mini ecosystem. Available from $7.49 on Amazon.
A mushroom-growing kit from Back To The Roots grows mushrooms right in the packaging. It's $15.99+ on Amazon.
Cooking and Baking
A beginner's sushi-making kit turns Thursday night into an event. It's easy to use and clean, costing $8.44 on Amazon.
A beeswax candle kit from Candleology includes seven beeswax sheets, lavender flowers, cinnamon sticks, and more. Perfect for Hanukkah or any occasion. It's $27.99 on Amazon.
A "PanGogh" electric griddle kit helps you make artistic pancakes. Reviewers love making memories with their children. It's $53.99 on Amazon.
A user-friendly silicone bread maker lets you mix and bake in the same container. No sourdough starter needed. It's $27.50 on Amazon.
Other Creative Kits
A diamond art kit lets you create a sparkling masterpiece by placing gems in a pattern. It's therapeutic and satisfying. Available for $15.99 on Amazon.
A diamond painting coaster set is perfect for beginners, with eight cute cat designs. It's $9.99 on Amazon in four styles.
A 5-pound bucket of Crayola Air Dry Clay is great for experimenting with clay without a pottery class. It's $10.62 on Amazon.
A mini pottery wheel kit includes a wheel, sculpting tools, air-dry clay, and paints. Reviewers say it's well thought out and compact. It's $54.99 on Amazon.
A DIY clay dish craft kit lets you create a jewelry dish with air-dry clay. It's $14.99 on Amazon.
A palm-reading guide fits in your hand or bag for on-the-go practice. It's $3.37 on Amazon.
A Lego flower bouquet is a sturdy and beautiful gift for flower lovers. It's $47.95 on Amazon.
A marble paint kit is great for family activities and can be used in other crafts. It's $13.49 on Amazon.
A pineapple string art kit takes about two hours to complete and looks charming on your wall. It's $23.99+ on Amazon in four designs.
A friendship bracelet-making kit from Choose Friendship includes pre-cut string and is kid-friendly for adults. It's $22.99 on Amazon in four colors.
A set of tarot cards from Vieux Monde Express is a classic 1909 deck reproduction. It's $19.95 on Amazon.
A tiger face punch needle kit from Tina's House on Etsy is a snazzy interior addition. It's $55.89 in three colors.
A wax seal stamp kit includes 720 wax beads, a stamp, warmer, spoon, tweezers, tea candles, and metallic pens. It's $20.90 on Amazon.
Hand Lettering 101 helps improve your penmanship with easy-to-follow guides. It's $19.96 on Amazon.
A crochet rainbow dot afghan blanket PDF pattern from Mx Domestic on Etsy is for ambitious crafters. It's $6.
5-Minute Daily Writing Prompts includes 501 prompts for quick creativity boosts. It's $8.49 on Amazon.
A book of 642 tiny things to draw helps with guided doodling and fits in a stocking. It's $9.25 on Amazon.
A Van Gogh-inspired washi tape set is perfect for journaling and crafting. It's $10.99 on Amazon.
