Summer is a great time to dip your toe into beginning a craft journey. Honestly, anytime is great. I know a lot of us are looking for hobbies and being more intentional about incorporating fun, non-income generating, relaxing hobbies. Insert adult friendly craft kits.
Crafting can look differently for everyone and there are many variations of crafts. You don’t have to be a traditional artist to excel. It’s a great way to heal your inner child and celebrate your life.
One of the easiest ways to get started with crafting is by using craft kits. Usually all of the components and instructions are included. They are great to complete in an afternoon.
Here are some craft kits you can do as a solo activity for your self care day or as a way to gather with friends. Let me know which one you will try.
Paint Western-Themed Planters
Is this not the absolute cutest? Even if you don’t have a green thumb to fill these with real plants, you could put silk plants or leave them empty. This craft kit is inexpensive and there are three, so if the first one doesn’t come out the best, you have two other options to try with.
Desert Inspired Punch Needle Coaster
Punch needle gives a rug-like effect. These are simple fiber crafts to start on. What’s great about coasters is that you can use them and style them around your home. Being that this is a punch needle design, you can wash them if you spill something on them. This desert inspired print will go perfectly with your boho styled living room.
3D Lego Botanical
Legos will truly get your mind thinking and at ease at the same time. Spend a few hours tackling these orchid inspired 3D lego designs. When you place these on your shelf for display, you will be in constant awe of the hard work you’ve completed whenever you walk past them.
Framed Pressed Flowers
Gallery wall addition, anyone? We love a full, unique gallery wall over here and these framed pressed flowers will look great on your wall in the empty spot you just don’t know how to fill. These are great because they add some bit of nature and life without a full blown plant.
Decoupage Clam Shell Trinket Dish
This is how you bring beach elements to your home. These trinket dishes are super cute and you can make them uniquely yours by utilizing different pieces of the print. You’ll love that these are from a small business and can be added to your coastal granddaughter decor.
Decorative Tile Lamp
Let’s be honest, we can always use another lighting source besides using the “big light,” to make our homes feel warm and cozy. Creating a lamp completely from nothing is an arduous task, but this kit does the heavy lifting and allows you to simply create and make it your own.
Panda Paint by Numbers
Simple, easy, go-to. Sometimes you want something relatively familiar and simple as a way to meet your creative needs and paint by numbers will typically do the trick every time. They come in such fun and expressive designs. This panda image is super cute and brings so much relaxation.
Candle Making Kit
Making your home smell fresh and inviting with the fruit of your own hands is something special to experience. This candle making kit is simple and quick to make. The best part about this kit is that it is eco focused so it doesn’t have any harmful ingredients.
3D Wooden Cello
Okay, if this is not the absolute most unique piece you’ve seen. This is perfect music enthusiast and those who simply like to view and create unique pieces of art.
Bracelet Making Kit
You’re far from being 12 years old, but this will bring back memories, hopefully good ones. A bracelet making kit is fun and the great thing about this is that it’s wearable. Style your bracelets with your favorite outfit and walk in a new wave of confidence.
Beginner Embroidery Kit
The next fiber craft on the list is an embroidery kit. This kit will teach you how to create common embroidery stitches. Find a design that you enjoy to practice what you’ve just learned. Then you can begin adding embroidery to your jeans, t-shirts, and tote bags.
Miniature Greenhouse
Barbie dream house throwback is that you? This is the grown up version and perfect for plant enthusiasts. Have fun creating your own 3D greenhouse and make sure to display where you can show off your work. Put it on your desk at work or on your entry table.
