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1. A cactus knit and crochet starter set because you gave up on indoor gardening but would still love to have some cute lil' plants around.
Darn Good Yard is a small biz specializing in craft kits and yarn supplies.
Promising review: "They turned out super cute and were so easy. I wish I had added something weighty to the bottom so they stand a bit better, they're a little top heavy." —Devon B.
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in eight fun designs).
2. A compact, beginner-friendly watercolor palette to help you get your paint brushes wet when it comes to this super fun medium. It's not for everyone but it can be quite forgiving so you can build your confidence! This comes with 100 colors to help you realize your artistic vision.
Each set comes with a 100-color palette, a sketch pencil, a sponge, a swatch sheet, and three water brush pens. Pick up a watercolor paper pad because this medium requires special paper.
Promising review: "I'm starting to hate TikTok because it's making me buy all these products, but I absolutely love this one!!! I travel for a living and love to paint and this set is wonderful. I love that it comes in a metal tin, so I don't have to worry about it breaking, like most plastic ones. The colors are vibrant and I love that there are so many within the container. The container itself is the size of two make up eye palettes, so you can definitely fit it in a purse or backpack. It comes with a swatch section too so you can paint the colors and compare later on when you paint. I'm a huge fan now of this brand." —pixxi88
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
3. A Nightmare Before Christmas mini cross-stitch kit if you're super crafty but haven't quite struck into cross-stitching yet. (It's super fun and a great way to totally lose yourself in a screen-free activity!)
Promising review: "This is a great kit perfect for any cross-stitch or Nightmare Before Christmas fan. It contains a booklet with instructions and four patterns, the needed thread, three pieces of canvas, the holder, and two needles. It's a really awesome set. The instructions were easy to follow, and I managed to already finish one of the designs." —witchykitty39
Get it from Amazon for $7.07.
4. A pineapple string art kit that won't care that you're not so great at coloring or painting in the lines. It's going to look so charming up on your wall!
5. A mini claw machine that'll be just the right amount of eccentric once you fill it up with candy or teeny-tiny toys.
Reviewers say this thing is loud, but you can remove the bottom and detach the two yellow wires connected to the speaker to fix that. Get some prizes here!
Promising review: "I have two boys, ages 10 and 11, who love this claw machine. I buy small candy bars (mini, not fun size) and gummies because the claw won't pick up/carry bigger pieces of candy because it's too heavy. My kids placed a shortened wooden skewer in the slot and use it as a lever to activate it instead of using the coins. It was a great buy!" —C.F.
Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in four colors).
6. A set of cat tarot cards because you've been flirting with the idea of learning how to read cards but this might just be the purrfect push.
And while you're at it, pick up a guide on how to read tarot.
Promising review: "These cards are great! As someone who owns more than a couple of tarot decks, the card stock on these is superb for the price. This deck is friendly and has a very aesthetically pleasing color palate — even some of the darker cards of the deck are rather light hearted. The images themselves are fantastic, cute, colorful without overdoing it, and harmonious and for the most part true to the tarot and not too gimmicky. My only gripe is that the images don't always lend themselves to intuitive interpretation, however this deck comes with a guidebook so it's not that big of a turnoff. The guidebook itself is great and includes interpretations for upright and reversed cards. I haven't used it for a reading yet because i just got it today, but I am more than pleased with this purchase. If you like tarot and you also happen to like cats get this deck!" —A. Asher
Get them from Amazon for $17.90.
7. A "PanGogh" electric griddle kit to help you whip up all kinds of artistic pancakes for the fam — or just for yourself.
Promising review: "I'm so happy with this buy. I feel like I'm making great memories with my children. It is easy to use and clean I even make eggs, bacon and other foods on it." —Valerie G.
Get it from Amazon for $39.49.
8. Hand Lettering 101 if your penmanship has been compared to that of a doctor's or a chicken's, and you were so rudely reminded of it when filling out holiday cards for people on your list. Recipients won't even know what's coming the next time you send out a card.
Promising review: "Not only is this introductory book beautifully put together, but the author also helps you to build your own beautiful style! She provides easy-to-follow guides and plenty of room to practice. Overall, she provides the tools a new hand lettering artist needs in their toolbox and references for different alphabet styles that I continuously look at to practice lettering. I’ve been practicing lettering for awhile and have picked up a couple of books here and there to practice with, but this book really took my hand lettering to the next level physically and with confidence. I also really appreciate that the author used good quality paper to practice on, as I’ve used other books with poor quality paper that has ruined some of my pens. Definitely recommend this to any and especially new hand letterers!" —Melissa
Get it from Amazon for $20.42.
9. A wax seal stamp kit in case you'd like to feel like you're in a period piece when sending your pals some snail mail. The kit has all the supplies you'll need to get started!
Each package includes 720 pieces of wax seal beads in 24 colors, one wax seal stamp, one wax seal warmer, one sealing wax spoon, one set of tweezers, 10 tea candles, and two metallic pens.
Promising review: "I’ve been on a letter writing kick, and I thought that wax seals with throw it over the edge. I love this kit, it has everything you need to make your own wax stamp. I like all of the colors of wax that easily melts into its own pattern. I enjoy the creativity of making a special stamp for who I love. I bought extra stamps for variety, but I love what the kit contains. The wax melter is great, and it comes with a little spoon to melt the wax in and markers to color, and your embossed stamp to make it stand out. I have been getting it so many compliments on the wax sales that I’m sending with my cards and I am bringing back snail mail, one wax seal at a time." —Stina Garbis
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
10. A Rosetta Stone subscription so you can actually ACTUALLY learn Italian for that upcoming trip you just booked.
Get a subscription from Rosetta Stone for three months ($15.99/month), 12 months ($13.99/month), or lifetime ($399).
11. A Dungeons & Dragons essentials set (aka, a starter plus some handy extras) as an intro to the popular game and see what all the fuss is about.
This kit comes with rulebook and adventure book. There are extra six sets of playing dice of varied colors, which is very convenient as each player can choose their favorite color. Each dice set counts seven dice. You will also get additional six dice storage bags. Black flannel drawstring pouch to bring in more mystery. You can also download and print out some game extras online with a lot more interesting option. If you're already familiar with DnD, check out the latest adventure book from Matthew Mercer for some fresh ideas.
Promising review: "My husband and I purchased this product to find something new to do in the evenings, specially in winter months. We purchased this product and it came with more than enough die to play, rule book, cool supplemental cards, and a campaign we are learning to play. DM screen is nice with lots of information on it. I also email the company that I purchased it from and they were VERY personable and fast in their response. I don't know what I liked more, the product it's self or the customer service I received." —jordyn
Get it from Amazon for $45.99.
12. A hot sauce-making kit that'll pump up your love of all things spicy to a whole other level that'll make you and your fam sweat.
It comes with seven bottles (three glass and three squeeze-bottles), a 2-inch funnel, apple cider vinegar, spice blend, two pairs of gloves, five pH strips, peppers, instruction card, and labels.
Promising review: "I bought this product as a gift for my s/o, he loves to cook and loves all things spicy. Recently he had ordered ghost peppers and didn’t know what to do with them. So I started researching hot sauce kits and came across this one. We were not disappointed!! The packaging was cute and making the hot sauce was something fun and different to enjoy together. Having this kit it made it so easy!!! All of our friends have heard about our hot sauce–making adventure and want to know where to get a kit for themselves. Everything is included: tiny glass storing bottles, the spices, little squeeze bottles and tiny fill-in labels. He absolutely loved this gift and I can’t believe I got it for the price, considering everything that’s included. 10/10 would recommend" —Sam
Get it from Amazon for $54.99.
13. Or if you're looking to polish up on your interview skills while consuming some *very* hot stuff, the 10-pack of season 23 Hot Ones sauces will help you realize your aspirations — at least on the local stage with your friend group.
Included sauces: Buffalo Hot Sauce | Hot Ones Hot Sauce (1,800 Scoville Heat Units), Smokey J Hot Sauce | Sam Sa'House (6,000 SHU), Stellar Fuzz | Funky's Hot Sauce Factory (19,000 SHU), Los Calientes Verde | Hot Ones Hot Sauce (36,000 SHU), Queso SIN Queso Hot Sauce | Good Heat (52,000 SHU), Morita Bourbon Maple Reaper | Cantina Royal (73,000 SHU), Forbidden Fruit Hot Sauce | La Pimenterie (124,000 SHU), Evolution Hot Sauce | Da Bomb (135,000 SHU), MataSanos Hot Sauce | Chile Monoloco (680,000 SHU), The Last Dab: Xperience | Hot Ones Hot Sauce (2,693,000 for Pepper X SHU)
Get it from Heatonist for $120 ($136 value).
14. A punch needle art workshop that comes with a box of materials and a tutorial from artist Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou.
This is the perfect way to get in on the practice of rug hooking without going all out at a craft supply store, getting intimidated, and then never completing the project. (It happens! But it doesn't have to happen.) Plus, have you seen all the mesmerizing TikToks of folks making rugs? Now that can be you!
Get it from Crafter for $85.
15. A rainbow dot afghan blanket PDF pattern if you're feeling super ambitious (I believe in you!) and wanna wrap yourself up in something you made with your own hands. The concept! Can you believe?!
Mister Domestic is a queer-owned Etsy shop from creative phenom Mathew Boudreaux. I started following them on Instagram awhile back and though I'm not up to the level of crafting to do this afghan (just yet...who knows with this winter!), I love their social media presence and am endlessly entertained and inspired. They also sell lots of other dreamy patterns (like this heart one) and quilting supplies on their shop. Boudreaux is also the owner of the online sewing school SEW U, which is def worth a visit if your'e wanting to expand your creative horizons.
Get it from Mx Domestic on Etsy for $6.
16. Or a cloud blanket knitting kit that comes with the works for a dreamy result that'll give you plenty of time to get the hang of your brand-new hobby.
The kit includes the yarn and needles. The PDF pattern will be sent to your email.
Get it from We Are Knitters for $72.
17. A pasta maker because every time you go to your fave Italian joint the housemade noods are so good that your eyes roll back in your head. Y'know, that doesn't have to be limited to your table in the back corner!
Promising review: "I bought this to make some fettucine. So easy to use it's not funny. I didn't use the pasta recipe in the book but used my own. Easy to assemble...put handle in first section to thin it out followed instructions and got to level 5 thickness (perfect). Then moved handle to the other section where I put through the fettuccine bit. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. This is the second time I have ever made pasta (first time I prepared and rolled myself and the rolling took forever. This machine saved masses of time when I didn't have to roll. Fast delivery and packaged well. We also googled many pasta makers and this one had top ratings." —Jo from New Zealand
Get it from Amazon for $119.95+ (12 pasta type attachments available).
18. A palm-reading guide that'll also fit in the palm of your hand (or bag) so you can practice on the go on all your friends.
Promising review: "I bought this, the tea leaf book, and a palmistry hand and I have to say it lived up to my expectations. Very informative, and looks great with my collection! I had previously owned the tarot kit and I knew I had to have this to go with it. A wonderful addition to my collection, and great for my tiny dorm room. The book jacket was in great condition, but be careful combining orders as the jacket on my other order came slightly bent. Overall, I am very happy with this!!!" —Meagan
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
19. A no-knead bread kit for a fruitful way to produce lovely, lovely carbs without the cumbersome part.
Dough Dealer is a woman-founded company whose founders were inspired when a friend brought a homemade loaf of bread for dinner. Then they baked hundreds of loaves of bread to get the *just right* recipe for us, the lucky customers!
This ~foolproof~ kit has measured ingredients and easy directions to make the the perfect airy and crisp loaf. The process takes 15 minutes of active work plus 3 hours 45 minutes resting, rising and baking. So lots of hanging out time for you!
Get it from Dough Dealer for $25.99.
20. A bubble tea–making kit that'll please anyone who's looked at a cup of boba and said, "Ehhh, I could never make this at home." Sorry, but that was a lie!
Includes two flavors of tea (classic black and rooibos chai), tapioca pearls, and two reusable stainless steel straws.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $40.
21. A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic in case you've been itching to buy a full-on machine but the cost/fear you won't use it more than twice has been keeping you from it. Turns out the hottest karaoke spot, your living room, is BYOB and doesn't require a resy.
Promising review: "You don't understand TikTok made me obsess over this microphone. As a 30+ year old woman, I resisted purchasing it. I finally broke down and bought it because it was haunting me in my sleep. I'm so glad I did. When I am in a bad mood I start karaoke in my house and am instantly better. It has 'ruined' my teenage son's life because my performances can be heard through his Xbox microphone. This is a must-have product." —Zane A. Undercoffer
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (get this price by clipping the $5 off coupon on the product page; available in 11 colors).
22. A paint-by-sticker set if you and paint have a pretty poor track record. With this, there's zero mess! Plus they build some vintage-style travel posters you'll wanna show off at home.
23. A small DIY cheese kit to help you whip up your favorite food group at home. It'll create four batches of farmer cheese in about 30 minutes. All you need to bring to the table is milk.
UrbanCheesecraft is an Oregon-based Etsy shop established in 2009 that specializes in make-your-own cheese kits in a variety of cheeses, including vegan options. Each kit comes with a cheesecloth, citric acid, flake salt, instructions, and "email support for life" — all you need is milk (and a mouth to consume it all).
Promising review: "These kits are great gifts for the cheese lover and the person 'who's already got it all.' The packaging looks nice and gift-worthy and it's a perfect price range. I love that the recipient gets an experience as well as a tangible product and I can personally attest that the actual process is easy." —amyleannbohner
Get it from Urban Cheesecraft on Etsy for $11.25 (originally $22).
24. A mushroom growing kit can help you forage straight from your kitchen countertop. Forest-ish to table.
Back To The Roots is a California-based small business founded by two college friends that specializes in indoor gardening kits with a mission to reconnect families to food.
Promising review: "This product has been so much fun to watch! I followed the directions, exactly as written, and the mushrooms began growing within 3–4 days. I will say that I did soak them for close to 10 hours before putting them back in the box to grow and I believe this helped a ton. I also kept the box inside by a window with the blinds closed in order for them to get indirect sunlight. The mushrooms grew tremendously for almost a week before they started to shrink so I clipped them to cook with and they were DELICIOUS! This was such a fun product and process to watch. I am now in the process of trying to get a second batch of shrooms from the same box. Fingers crossed!" —Steph A
Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in three varieties).
25. A Sculpd pottery kit so you can realize some stunning creations without needing to use a kiln (like lots of pottery requires). Yes a pottery class is cool and fun but sometimes you'd rather DIY something at 1:30 a.m. on a Tuesday while you catch up on Love Island.
Contains everything needed for two people to sculpt, carve, paint and varnish their own waterproof plant pots, trinket dishes, vases, sculptures and everything in between while at home.
Promising review: "I love this kit so much, it's everything I need to start my new pottery hobby. Very beginner friendly. Wished it had came with more than just white paint, but that's okay I can just buy the other colors separately. I made a jewelry tray for the first time with air dry clay, and it turned out pretty neat." —Noor F Carter
Get it from Amazon for $65 (available in gloss or matte finish).
26. Or a 5-pound bucket of Crayola Air Dry Clay for under $20 will help you really get a bit wild with it without feeling like it was a waste of money if your creations don't turn out like you wanted.
Psst — a lot of reviewers use silicone or plastic molds to get specific shapes!
Promising review: "It’s honestly just a really nice material to work with! If you want to create things with clay, this is definitely a good choice! It’s definitely not for professional use, but i feel like that’s a given? I mean, it is Crayola. But all in all, great for those who want to use it for fun!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $10.62.
27. A beginner's sushi-making kit can turn your Thursday night into an delicious event. And you can get extra creative and have some fun with it, — or at least a little more creative than saying "hmm, I'm gonna try this new roll" regarding your local sushi joint's menu.
I'm definitely going to sushi jail for this, but I've started putting peanut butter in my avocado rolls. Don't knock it until you try it. Anyway, each kit comes with two sushi rolling mats, five pairs of chopsticks, a paddle, a spreader, and a PDF of instructions, including recipes for six popular rolls.
Promising review: "The entire Bamboo Sushi Kit is absolutely well made, easy to use, easy to clean, high-end restaurant quality, and durable. it was very nicely packaged, and instructions clear, in-depth and very easy to follow. No one (myself included) in my household has ever made sushi before but (thanks to the enclosed instructions), there were no issues making it. My daughter did an awesome job utilizing these products to make 'FISH-FREE SUSHI' with Pickled Ginger on top, was delectable! Finally, I highly recommend this set. It comes at a small cost but don't let that deter you — the quality and overall aforementioned features is undoubtedly above and beyond excellent, thus (IMO), it is the perfect product! Loooooove it!" —Liza
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
28. 642 Tiny Things to Draw, a book to get you jump started on sketching before you find inspiration and move onto larger pieces.
Promising review: "I am not an artist but this is fun! I keep it on my nightstand along with some sketch pencils and draw when winding down for the night. Yes, some of the prompts are a bit odd but I just go with it. Sort of tests the imagination! My 10-year-old granddaughter loves it too." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
29. A beeswax candle kit that'll help you make the perfect charming candles you've been seeking out but haven't found in your budget — just yet.
Each kit includes seven beeswax sheets with six lavender flowers, two cinnamon sticks, two dried orange slices, burlap thread, white lace, cotton wicks, two decorative bees, and instructions. To create the colors seen in the review image on the left, grab some candle dye with your purchase. Also, Candleology is a small business!
Promising review: "I purchased this set for our Hanukkah celebrations this year and made the candles with the kids. Super easy directions, and we love the outcome (pictured above, right)!" —Amazon customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five styles).
30. A bonsai starter kit can grow four bonsai trees so your new leafy friends won't get lonely.
Each kit includes four types of organic seeds (Rocky Mountain Bristlecone Pine, Black Poui, Norway Spruce, and Flame Tree), four biodegradable growing pots, four expanding-soil discs, four bamboo plant markers, one bonsai clipper, and an instruction booklet.
Promising review: "I love this. My bonsai has already sprouted and it's coming along nicely. The best thing about this product is the customer service. They actually take an interest in how things are going and are willing to help you through anything. They respond personally, no form letters, and they give heartfelt responses to your questions and comments. This is definitely one of my best purchases." —G Eckberg
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
31. A Gaiam starter set for yoga to cover all the basics — it has a yoga mat, yoga block, and stretching strap. Go ahead and queue up one of the gazillion YouTube beginner yoga tutorials.
Promising review: "I am not very limber and I have chronic spine issues, so having a block and strap was essential for me to do yoga. Before using this, I always ended up hurting myself or feeling bad about myself because I couldn't complete the stretches and would just give up. This kit made everything go so smoothly; I can adjust the block or the strap to help me stretch without hurting myself (or falling over). And I highly recommend the sitting techniques in the DVD as well as the meditation." —blightheavy
Psst — if you're looking for even more places to start your yogi journey, try Yoga with Adrienne on YouTube. She has a complete playlist for yoga for beginners, and organizes routines by length so you can pick them based on whether you have 10, 20, or 30 minutes to spare.
Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in four colors and three different block sets).
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