22 gifts for craft lovers to feed their creativity

Crafting isn’t just a hobby—for serious crafters, it’s a way of life! There are so many different crafts out there today, from classics like knitting, crocheting, quilting, and scrapbooking to newer trends like rug tufting and “diamond painting,” which is like paint-by-number with rhinestones. This is good news if you’re Christmas gift shopping for a craft lover this holiday season, as there are tons of fun gifts to choose from!

Whether you’re shopping for a diehard quilter, an avid painter, or someone who runs their own Etsy shop, the best gifts for craft lovers come in all different shapes and sizes. We’ve put together a list of 25 amazing gifts that they’re sure to love, including an embroidery advent calendar, yarn subscription box, pottery kit, and much more.

1. Stitch A Day Advent Calendar

For the Christmas-loving crafter

This adorable advent calendar is sure to be a hit with any crafter who loves the holiday season. Instead of little presents to open each day leading up until Christmas, this advent calendar includes a cute embroidery pattern with a tiny design to create every day. The designs include ornaments, wreaths, gingerbread men, and more, and the calendar comes with detailed instructions that make it suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters.

2. Sizzix Big Shot Plus Manual Die Cutting & Embossing Machine

For anyone who likes making cards

Intricate handmade greeting cards are another popular crafting trend—I personally love watching Ralph Tyndall’s ASMR-style videos. To make these types of lovely cards, your giftee will need a die cutting and embossing machine, such as the Sizzix Big Shot Plus. The tool can be used to cut or emboss paper, tissue, cardstock, felt, cork, and even certain types of wood, and the brand sells hundreds of different cutting dies to create all sorts of unique scrapbooking designs, custom greeting cards, and more.

3. Mediterranean Breeze Yarn Bowl

For the avid knitter or crocheter

If you’re shopping for someone who loves to knit, this handmade ceramic yarn holder is both useful and makes for an attractive piece of decor for their home. The bowl is around 6 inches wide, making it perfect for large balls of yarn, and it has a fish hook slot that will feed them yarn while preventing it from getting tangled. This particular holder has a beach-inspired design with blue and white glaze, but the seller has other color variations, as well.

4. Cricut Explore Air 2

For the crafter who wants to start an Etsy shop

I’ve owned the Cricut Explore Air 2 for several years now—you can read my full review of it here—and while it’s not a must-have item for casual crafters, it’s definitely a worthwhile splurge for anyone who has dreams of selling cards, vinyl creations, and other custom products on Etsy. This machine makes it unbelievably easy to cut plastic, paper, vinyl, and more, and your recipient will be able to create their very own designs through the Cricut Design Space.

5. Glowforge Aura

For the person who wants to level up their crafting

If you’re feeling generous, I can promise that any crafter would absolutely love to receive the new Glowforge Aura, which we recently tested. The latest laser engraving machine from the well-known brand, the Aura is designed with everyday crafters in mind, as it’s much more compact and affordable than the brand’s other products. It’s able to cut and engrave all sorts of materials, including wood and acrylic, and it’s perfect for anyone who’s thinking about starting an Etsy store, as they’ll be able to make all sorts of cute crafts, such as ornaments, magnets, jewelry, and much more.

6. Morse Scarf Beginner Knitting Kit

For the person who wants to start knitting

If your giftee doesn’t know how to knit, a kit from We Are Knitters will help them learn the basics of this popular pastime. There is a wide range of kits to choose from, including everything from simple blankets and scarves to more intricate sweaters and accessories, and it’s easy to sort them by skill level. You can select from a range of yarn colors and sizes (for garments), and the kit includes the necessary needles, as well.

7. Pink Picasso Kits Paint By Number

For the person who loves painting

There’s no better gift for the Picasso in your life than a Pink Picasso Paint-by-Number Kit. These paint by number kits are designed for adults and were actually included in Oprah’s Favorite Things in 2019, so you know they’re high-quality. The kit comes with everything your giftee needs to paint a beautiful image, including paint, brushes, and more, and this particular kit features a stunning image of blue hydrangeas that’s 16 inches by 20 inches.

8. Brother HC1850 Sewing and Quilting Machine

For the person who loves sewing

If the person you’re shopping for is forever stitching together clothes, accessories, pillows, and more, they’ll be thrilled to receive a new sewing machine, and one of the best options we’ve tested is the Brother HC1850. The computerized machine is both reliable and efficient, and it comes with several presser feet and needles for different thicknesses of fabric. It’s especially handy for making buttonholes, offering a whopping eight different styles.

9. Fiskars SureCut Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer

For anyone who loves paper crafts

A paper trimmer will make scrapbooking or card-making so much easier for your giftee, and this one is specially designed for crafting. It can cut paper up to 12 inches long and 15 inches wide, and it has a gridded mat on the bottom that makes it quick and easy to cut paper to the perfect size. The trimmer cuts extremely precise lines in a variety of crafting materials, and it’s lightweight enough to take on the go if needed.

10. The Woobles Easy Peasy Beginner Bundle

For the crafter who wants to learn crocheting

Crocheting is another extremely popular activity among crafters, and there’s no better way to learn than with the adorable kits from The Woobles. The beginner-friendly kits allow you to make sweet animal figures, including a chick, bunny, penguin, and more. You can opt to get the kit with or without a crochet hook, and it includes step-by-step video tutorials. They even come with a pre-started crochet piece so crafters can jump right in, skipping the trickiest part.

11. Crafting T-shirt

For the person who cancels plans to craft

If the person you’re shopping for has ever told you they’re too busy to hang out because they need to finish their knitting/sewing/painting project, you’ve got to get them this crafting shirt. The cute T-shirt reads “I just wanna stay home and craft,” and it comes in both unisex and youth sizes, as well as a wide selection of colors. The shirt is a soft cotton-polyester blend, and it’s sure to make a fun gift for the diehard crafter in your life.

12. Yarn of the Month Club

For the crafter who’s always buying yarn

There’s no such thing as too much yarn, which is why a subscription to the Yarn of the Month Club is always a good idea. The subscription from Darn Good Yarn includes three cakes of exclusive yarn each month, as well as a small free gift, and the yarn is all handmade in India using recycled or natural fibers. It’s easy to give a three-, six-, or 12-month subscription, and they’ll also get a 35% off code for the entire site every month—just in case they want even more yarn.

13. Macrame: The Craft of Creative Knotting for Your Home

For the crafter with boho style

Macrame is the perfect craft for anyone who likes boho-style decor, and they can jump right into a variety of fun projects with Macrame: The Craft of Creative Knotting for Your Home. The book goes through all the essentials, including 30 popular knots, and it includes instructions for 22 homeware projects, such as wall hangings, plant hangers, curtains, table runners, and more. Each project is fully illustrated with step-by-step directions and there are projects for a wide range of skill levels.

14. Indigo Dye Kit

For eco-friendly crafters

Plant-based dyes are an eco-friendly alternative to traditional chemical dyes, and this fun kit uses indigo to give fabric a beautiful blue hue. The kit comes with enough indigo to create a gallon of dye, as well as gloves, rubber bands, two wooden blocks, and a tea towel. There are written instructions on how to do the traditional shibori resist and tying techniques, as well as links to video tutorials, as well. The dye should be used on natural fabrics, such as cotton, linen, and silk, and the end result will be simply stunning.

15. Sentro Knitting Machine

For the crafter with a busy schedule

If your giftee likes crafting but doesn’t have much time to dedicate to it, they’ll appreciate this handy knitting machine, which will allow them to complete projects in a fraction of the time. As its name suggests, this machine knits for you—all you need to do is feed the yarn and turn the crank. It can be used to knit hats, scarves, socks, and more, all without ever lifting a pair of knitting needles, making it a great choice for anyone with a hectic schedule.

16. HTVRont Heat Press

For the crafter who loves custom clothing

The HTVRont Heat Press is another great crafting tool that we tested this year. It’s designed to be used with heat-transfer vinyl (also called iron-on vinyl), and it has a large 10 by 10 inch surface that makes it easy to work with large designs. This tool is a must-have for anyone who likes creating their own custom clothing or accessories—it’s much easier to use than a regular iron. Not only does the heat press allow you to precisely set its temperature, but it also has a built-in timer that helps you get optimal results.

17. Florist tool belt

For the hands-on DIYer

If your giftee is always knocking down walls, painting furniture, and working with power tools, they could definitely use a tool belt. This gorgeous belt is made from genuine leather and comes in several colors, and there are several styles to choose from, including options with a small side pouch. It can be laser engraved with your recipient’s name for a touch of personalization, and while it’s marketed as a gardening belt, it would work well for DIYers, too.

18. Hand Lettering 101

For the crafter with a steady hand

I’ve wanted to get into hand lettering for a long time, but I just don’t have steady enough hands to create the beautiful smooth strokes. If your giftee is good at things like that, you should get them Hand Lettering 101, which will teach them how to make those eye-catching swirling letters. It includes instructions on how to write lower and upper case alphabets and numbers, techniques for connecting letters, and even tips for adding flair with flourishes, and the book’s premium paper is ideal for practicing on.

19. Susan Alexandra Bead Box

For the nostalgic crafter

If your giftee loves ‘90s fashion, they’re sure to appreciate the Susan Alexandra Bead Box, an at-home beading kit that includes everything needed to make two fun necklaces. The beads are the same ones used in Susan Alexandra jewelry and accessories, and there’s a range of pretty colors and shapes to choose from. The end result? Amazing retro pieces of jewelry that are significantly more affordable than pre-made designs from the brand.

20. Sculpd Pottery Kit

For the crafter who likes getting their hands dirty

I’ve been doing pottery—like, Ghost-style pottery with a wheel—for several years now, and it's an incredibly fun and satisfying activity for those times when you want to get your hands dirty. If you think your recipient would like ceramics, the Sculpd Pottery Kit is a fun way to get started. It comes with two packs of air-dry clay, several tools for shaping the clay, white paint, and more. There’s a step-by-step illustrated guide in the kit, but Sculpd also has several video tutorials in case you want to make something in particular.

21. Tufting Starter Kit

For the crafter who watches TikTok

If you spent any time this year browsing CraftTok—the term used for the crafting community on TikTok—chances are you saw more than a few videos of people making custom tufted rugs. This trendy craft is all the rage right now, and the Tufting Starter Kit has everything your favorite crafter needs to try it out themselves. The kit includes a tufting gun, tufting frame, and tufting cloth to get them started, and soon, they’ll be creating adorable handmade rugs to decorate your home.

22. Pipsticks subscription

For the scrapbooker

Chances are that your favorite scrapbook enthusiast has a sizable collection of stickers—after all, stickers are the cherry on top of a beautiful scrapbook page. You can feed their addiction with a [Pipsticks subscription] (https://www.pipsticks.com/pages/pro. There are a few options to choose from: a Classic Pro Pack, which includes 15 sheets of stickers per month, and a Petite Pro Pack, which has seven sheets. The packs include stickers of all shapes, sizes, and themes, and it’s easy to gift a three-, six-, or 12-month subscription.