Need a holiday gift idea for your favorite crafter? Look no further! Here you’ll find the best gifts for crafters in every price range.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, friends! And that means I’m back with another gift guide (updated in October 2023).
I worked hard to design a guide that will give you lots of AWESOME gift ideas for crafters, makers, and DIY’ers (some of the best people around, if you ask me!)!
I have gathered some of the MOST FUN products on the market for the creative types! You’re sure to find something for anyone on your list who fits the bill.
Please note that some of the links included are affiliate links, which means that I earn a small commission at no added cost to you, should you purchase through them. You can read more in my disclosure policy.
Crafter Gift Idea: DIY & Craft Kits
With the explosion in popularity of DIY’ing and crafting, there are SO many awesome preassembled kits on the market, which are sure to please any maker on your list. Here are some of my favorites!
This candle making kit comes with everything you need to make boutique-style candles: from scents, to beautiful containers, wax and more! This looks like a very fun and unique gift idea for any crafty person!
Paint Your Family Peg Doll Craft Kits
These little peg doll family kits are so endearing! There are a wide variety of them and they are a perfect project for a sentimental crafter. Plus, they’re from a small business, so you’ll be shopping small!
Calligraphy is back in a big way! This little kit is a perfect way to get started with modern brush lettering! Who wouldn’t enjoy the relaxing art of brush lettering?
Needle felting is all the rage right now! I have never tried it, but know it involves punching wool with needles and creating beautiful things. Sounds like a perfect way to release some stress, if you ask me!
Gift Idea for Crafters: DIY & Craft Classes
The gift of learning is one that keeps on giving. (Ha! I sound like my mom.) But seriously, there are some fabulous resources for crafty types to hone their skills, and they make great gifts!
With over hundreds of online craft and fine arts classes to choose from, a Creativebug membership is an amazing gift for anyone! Classes range in topics from cake decorating to furniture painting to knitting and more. They’re really awesome and fun!
Shoot Fly Shoot Online Photography Courses
Although my photography is far from perfect, let me just say that Shoot Fly Shoot’s online courses have made a WORLD of difference in my skills! I totally love these classes, which are broken down into 10-15 minute segments.
I am sure that the beginner photographer in your life would love them, too! Once you purchase a class, you have lifetime access to it, so you can always go back and refresh your skills.
Gift for Crafters Idea: Craft Tech Machines
A little help can go a long way, and with these machines your crafter’s projects will get to the next level!
xTool M1 Laser and Blade Cutting Machine
This amazing machine cuts and engraves hundreds of materials including wood, acrylic, slate, vinyl, and more! You can read more about it in my post about 10 Reasons You’ll Love the xTool M1, and you can save 10% with code ABI10!
Minc Gold Foil Applicator Starter Kit
For the sparkle and shimmer lover in your life, the Minc is the go-to gift this Christmas! It lets you add gold (or other metallic) foil to just about anything! This starter kit will get the recipient started with everything they need to foil all.the.things.
If your crafty person does resin crafts, consider this amazing bubble remover machine! Bubbles in resin are a crafter’s worst nightmare, but this machine removes 99% of bubbles to help ensure quality work.
You can watch my review video of this bubble remover machine on TikTok!
If your crafty person doesn’t have an electronic cutting machine yet, the Cricut Joy is a great place to start! This compact machine cuts vinyl, cardstock, and more, and it can create stickers and labels.
This starter pack comes with some materials to help your maker get up and running quickly.
Epson Expressions XP-420 Wireless Color Photo Printer with Scanner and Copier
My husband gave me this printer as a gift and at first I thought it was the weirdest thing ever. But now I LOVE it! It prints awesome color photos as well as the free printables (and ones I purchase on Etsy), that I love so much.
It’s also great for printing gift tags, greeting cards and embellishments for scrapbooking. It can be wirelessly connected to the user’s computer and it’s compact so it fits in small spots. I definitely recommend it!
I was part of the social media launch team for the new Glowforge Aura, and let me tell you: what a privilege it was! This craft laser machine is so much fun!
Much like the xTool M1 mentioned above, this is a laser cutter and engraver that works with hundreds of materials. It is a lower wattage than the xTool M1 so it’s a bit slower, but the tradeoff is that it is more portable than the M1.
Pair it with the personal air filter (shown in the photo), and you can use the Glowforge Aura anywhere.
Gifts for People Who Like Crafts: Craft Books
Although Pinterest is obviously a great resource for crafting inspiration, sometimes the best (and most beautiful) ideas can be found in books. That is definitely the case with these craft book picks!
Creatively Christmas by Jennifer Rizzo
I have had the pleasure of getting to know Jennifer Rizzo, and let me tell you that she is amazing – as is her Christmas crafting and DIY book!
It’s filled with simple holiday projects that contribute to a gorgeous holiday home. The photographs are stunning and the inspiration abounds!
Felt Flower Workshop by Bryanne Rajamannar
Doesn’t this book look so pretty? It makes me want to make felt flowers immediately! Package it with pretty felt sheets and sharp fabric scissors, and you’ve got yourself a beautiful gift.
Quick and Easy Paint Transformations: 50 Step-by-Step Ways to Makeover Your Home for Next to Nothing by Annie Sloan
Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint book will have novice and experienced chalk painters completely excited to get started on their next project! Beautiful images and detailed instructions make each project completely “doable” for all.
Stocking Stuffers for Crafters
Finally, what gift guide would be complete without some great stocking stuffer ideas? Here are some that Santa should definitely bring with him this year!
Take making to the next level with glamorous scissors. Seriously – any fancy pants will love these. Trust me.
Have you ever seen a more perfect ornament for a crafter or maker? I haven’t! This adorable hot glue gun ornament is perfect on a Christmas tree, or hung in a craft room or maker space!
This little kit lets you make four sizes of fluffy yarn pom poms! They’re the best for adorning blankets, pillows, wreaths, buntings and more. Pop this into the stocking with some pretty yarn and it will be fabulous!
I ALWAYS need small artist’s paint brushes and I NEVER have the ones I need. Ever. With this set, any crafter who uses paint will be in good shape for their next painting project. I love how the little canvas roll will help keep them in order, too!
Wood burning is not just for country-style projects! In fact, it’s a big trend in the craft world right now. This small wood burning tool is really versatile and allows for many tips and shapes to be attached. It would be a fun gift in any maker’s stocking!
I love love love love my cordless glue gun! It might sound crazy but not having a cord makes working with a glue gun so much easier. I got a cordless glue gun for Christmas last year and cannot emphasize how great of an addition it has been to all of my projects!
Glitter: you either love it or hate it, but chances are most crafters love it! This set is filled with so many colors and styles of glitter. Any paper crafter, resin crafter, or general crafter would love to receive it!
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Well, that’s it for my holiday gift guide! Thank you SO much for stopping by to check out my gift ideas for crafters, makers, and DIY’ers! I hope you found some gifts that will help you with your shopping! Best of luck with your holiday preparations!
Lauren says
So…I pretty much need ALL of this stuff. I’ve been wanting a Silhouette machine forever! Great ideas, Bre!
Bre says
Lauren – I cannot believe you don’t have one! Just email them and I am sure they’ll send you one!! π I can’t even imagine the fabulous things you would do with a Silhouette!
Carrie @ Kenarry: Ideas for the Home says
Fantastic list, Bre! A Silhouette machine is at the top of my list this year.
Bre says
Thanks, Carrie. OH yes, you must have one!!! You will LOVE it.
Erica @ Dwell Beautiful says
I need a Minc in my life! Love this gift guide, Bre!
Bre says
You and me both, girl! π
LZ Cathcart@ The Summery Umbrella says
That “paint-a-pillow” kit is soooo cool! I was just thinking the other day that I would love to make my own. Great ideas π
Bre says
Thank you, LZ! I am looking forward to checking out your guide! (I am a little behind!) Hope you had a great Thanksgiving!
Jen @ Fresh Crush says
Yes to everything! What a fantastic list… like a dream come true! haha … thanks for sharing!
Bre says
Thank you, Jen!
Emily, Our house now a home says
Love cutting edge stencil, and I love your gift guide! That picture printer is bookmarked for later.
Bre says
Thanks, Emily! I know – Cutting Edge has such AWESOME stencils! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.
Sarah @ Little Red Brick House says
This list is a creative’s dream, Bre! So many awesome things to put to use. I’m particularly interested in that wood burning tool. And how awesome is the paint-a-pillow kit? How fun!
Bre says
Thanks, Sarah! Hmmm maybe your Secret Santa should take note?
Katie @ Little House of Four says
A pom-pom maker, what? How have I never heard of such a thing! I definitely need one of those!
Bre says
Heck yeah! Think of all the fabulous pom pom crafts you could make!! π
Amy | Canary Street Crafts says
Fantastic gift ideas, Bre! So many of these I either already own or want to own.
Bre says
Thank you, Amy! I really did try to think of things I own and love or want to own – I hope it helps some poor husband out there find a great gift for his craftaholic wife! π
Amanda @ Dwelling in Happiness says
Holy cow girl, this is such a comprehensive list!! I love those gold scissors. π And the paint a pillow is such a fun idea! Great way to get the kids involved, too. Thanks for the giveaway!!
Bre says
Thanks, Amanda! Ha – the gold scissors are funny. I love them. It’s great to be a diva crafter. π
Tara @ Anything & Everything says
These are all fantastic ideas for all those craftaholics out there! Love your giveaway as well π
Bre says
Thank you, Tara!
Breanna says
Love all these awesome ideas!! Such a fun giveaway too!
Bre says
Thanks, friend!
Shonee says
Love your gift guide. I would take any and all of those books you suggested! Thanks for the great giveaway!
-Shonee
http://www.hawthorneandmain.com
Bre says
Thank you, Shonee! And thanks for your amazing giveaway. I really hope I win that one! wink wink
Kristi says
Pom Pom makers!!! What a fun gift guide! LOVE it all!
Bre says
Thanks, Kristi! π
ashley@biggerthanthethreeofus says
I’ve been wanting pom pom makers! I adore the little garlands that I see everywhere.
Bre says
Me too! If Santa would bring me anything on this list, it would be those pom pom makers. π