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    33 Brilliant Gifts For The Crafty Person On Your List

    These gifts are ~sew~ good.

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    1. A bestselling calligraphy book that'll help them improve their writing and learn the art form of fancy lettering. It's a beginner's guide and has 15 in-book writing projects, so they can get all the practice they need.

    A calligraphy book on a plain background with a pen and paper clips next to it

    2. A planter DIY kit, so they can make a little pot for their next plant baby. The kit comes with polymer clay that they can stick in the oven to cure, along with an acrylic pen, so they can add a handmade design.

    A person moulding clay into a small plant pot

    3. A craft book that’ll encourage them to recycle all those fur balls they were going to throw away and use them to make cute kitty crafts (I’m actually serious!). Some reviewers bought it as a gag gift, but were pleasantly surprised by how fun the crafts were. There are ten projects and each will take less than an hour to finish.

    4. A container of chalkboard paint that'll help them turn any object into a chalk-friendly surface. It's super easy to use and they'll be able to start a dozen new projects, including that DIY chalkboard wall that they've been dying to do.

    5. A set of dreamy watercolour washi tape that'll help decorate literally everything in their home. They're opaque, so they'll be able to write on them like they would with masking tape.

    Seven rolls of washi tape on a plain background

    6. An inspirational sketchbook that'll prompt them to draw something new every day. There's a mix of simple and common everyday items like a safety pin or a teacup and more abstract concepts like "the sound of girlish laughter" that will challenge and entertain any drawing enthusiast.

    7. A subscription to an art animation course that'll teach them how to draw the characters that have been living in their imagination. It's a great course for beginners, because they'll learn the basics of colour and lighting, as well as different techniques and digital tools that'll improve their drawing skills.

    A person colouring a picture of a person on a computer screen

    8. A candle making kit, so they can make a collection of ~wicked~ handmade soy candles. It comes with everything they'll need to make four candles, including two fragrances that'll add a fruity or woodsy fragrance to their home.

    Four glass candle jars on a wooden table surrounded by piles of wax, wooden clips, and wicks

    9. A hole puncher that'll make little donut-shaped rings to reinforce the torn pages in their agendas, journals, or albums. It can punch through paper, cardstock, and even washi tape, so they can jazz up their paper with different colours and designs.

    A hole puncher next to an agenda

    10. An embroidery starter kit that'll put their stitching skills to the test. It comes with everything they'll need to practice, including every colour of embroidery floss they could possibly think of.

    11. A pack of fine-point pens they'll love writing and drawing with. The pens come in a range bright colours and can create a thin, clear line, so they'll work for any project. They also dry quickly, making them practically smudge proof.

    A pack of fine-tipped pens lying on a blank paper

    12. A comfy sweatshirt and a pack of iron-on letters that'll help them create a customized graphic shirt. The letters are super easy to apply and incredibly durable, so they won't fall off even after a few washes.

    13. A knitting set, because they either love to knit or have always wanted to learn. It'll help them ~unwind~ after a long day and it'll inspire them to make a bunch of knitted goodies like scarves, hats, and blankets.

    14. A pack of brush pens that'll help them create the most beautiful watercolour paintings, without the mess of actual paint. The set comes with 20 colourful dye pens and a water brush. All they'll need is a little cup of water to dip their pens in when they want to dilute the ink.

    Twenty watercolour brush pens placed around a small drawing of a sun setting behind a mountain

    15. A pack of glittery hot glue sticks that'll add a little extra sparkle to their next craft project. There are 12 different colours in the pack, and they're compatible with regular-sized hot glue guns.

    A bunch of different coloured glittery hot glue sticks

    16. A transparent yarn bowl that'll protect their yarn and make it easier to take their latest knitting project with them on the go. The bowl has a little opening on the side to feed the yarn through, so they don't have to take the entire ball out. There's also a removable silicone base that helps stabilize the ball and provides a mini storage space for needles, stitch markers, and scissors.

    A small plastic ball with yarn inside

    17. A sewing machine that's perfect for newbie. It has tons of helpful features like an automatic needle threader and a drop-in bobbin slot that'll prevent the bobbin from moving or getting jammed. There are also 27 unique built-in stitches, so they can decorate the heck out of whatever they're sewing.

    A sewing machine on a wooden table

    18. A paint by numbers kit that'll unleash their inner Vincent van Gogh! It's a great gift that'll help them relax and create a beautiful piece of artwork. Plus, the kit comes with everything they'll need including the brushes, canvas, and paint.

    19. A vintage-inspired wax seal stamp kit they'll use the next time they sign, seal, and deliver a handwritten letter. The kit comes with one wooden hilt and interchangeable cooper seal stamps, so they can personalize the seal with six different designs.

    A box with a wax stamp handle and six seal stamps

    20. A bullet journal that can be whatever they want it to be! It could be a sketchbook, diary, agenda, notebook, or a million other things.

    A bullet journal on a wooden table

    21. A plastic pen holder that'll keep all their crafting tools organized and in one place. It's super durable and can hold up to 96 different tools. Each hole is about half an inch wide, so it can accommodate a variety of paintbrushes, markers, and pens.

    A plastic cube with pencils and markers sitting upright

    22. An adult colouring book that'll combine two things that they love: books and being creative. The pages are based off the iconic artwork of painter Bob Ross and feature some of his most famous quotes and catchphrases.

    The cover of a colouring book called The Official Bob Ross Colouring Book

    23. A mini photo printer that'll print all their favourite pictures from their phone in seconds. It's a great gift for anyone who loves to scrapbook, and they can add fun filters, and borders to their photos before they print using the Instax app.

    A small photo printing machine with photographs, makeup, and a phone surround it

    24. And a hanging photo display, so they can create a collage on their wall. They can mount it in their bedroom and hang an assortment of pictures, postcards, and other mementos.

    Two bars that have strings with clipped pictures attached to it mounted to a wall

    25. A copy of Orgami For Beginners that'll help them master the art of origami. It has 40 projects to learn and reviewers say the instructions were easy to follow, making it the perfect book for beginners of all ages.

    26. A jar of Perler beads and a pack of pegboards, so they can make a bunch of cute bead crafts. They can use the pegboards to make their own designs or find a few Perler bead patterns online to recreate.

    27. A copy of A Well-Crafted Home for the person who's really into home decor. It's filled with 60 different DIY projects that'll transform every part of their home.

    Two books lying on a sheet, one is open and the other is closed

    28. A three-dimensional DIY scrapbook box you can fill with photos and messages to create a thoughtful and personal gift. You can design and customize every inch of this card stock box, and even tuck a few small items into the smaller box at the center for an extra special surprise!

    29. A Cricut Joy machine that they can use to create anything from vinyl stickers and greeting cards to custom designed labels. It's basically a 3D printer for crafting because it can perfectly cut any material into any shape or design they want.

    A small Cricut crafting machine on a table with three vases

    30. A utility cart that'll store and organize their supplies, without taking up a lot of space. The three tiers have incredibly deep baskets, making it easier to store heavy or tall objects. It also has wheels, so they can store it away in a closet or corner and roll it out when they're ready to use it.

    A metal utility cart with three bins filled with books, plants, and other items

    31. A leather roll-up case that'll give them a place to store their favourite art supplies. It comes pre-filled with coloured pencils and an eraser, so they can start sketching right away.

    A leather art supply kit filled with coloured pencils and an eraser

    32. A copy of The Martha Manual that's filled with advice from Martha Stewart, who is not only the O.G. domestic goddess, but also every crafty person's idol. It has tons of helpful tips on organizing, decorating, and gardening along with fun DIYs, gift ideas, and more.

    A copy of a craft book called The Martha Manual

    33. And finally, a graphic tee that is honestly a whole mood. It's the perfect for anyone who loves crafts more than people and will make a great addition to their collection of loungewear.

    A graphic T-shirt that says I just wanna stay home and craft

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