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Wading through all the options for gifts for kids can be overwhelming. And while there’s nothing wrong with buying toys, I love buying gifts that encourage creativity. Another bonus of this kind of gift is that they are consumable, so they won’t take up space in the house forever. They also let kids try out new techniques and projects to see if they really enjoy it. Here are 20 arts and crafts gift ideas for kids who love to create!
2024 Gift Guides | Top Arts and Crafts Gift Ideas for Kids
KiwiCo Arts & Craft Subscription Box
These subscription boxes are amazing and there are options for different lengths of time as well as for different age groups. Get 50% off the first month with code BC20.
For older artists, this is a great kit with a variety of different mediums so they can experiment with what they like.
This is a classic toy I remember having when I was a kid!
Bonroy Beginners Embroidery Kit
This would be good for kids around age 8 and up. Once they learn the basic embroidery stitches, they can try out an actual design!
This is a fun way to introduce sewing to younger kids, letting them make stuff they can keep or gift to friends.
I would love to learn to crochet, so maybe I’ll gift this adorable gift to myself…
Glow in the Dark Rock Painting
Rock painting is still a thing, and this kit lets you paint them with glow in the dark paint!
Dan&Darci Arts and Crafts Vault
For a more open ended gift, give them this box that includes tons of different art supplies for creating.
I had never heard of gem painting, but this looks really fun for younger kids who aren’t ready for more complicated projects.
How to Draw Everything: 300 Cute Animals and More
There are tons of different drawing books out there, but this one was especially cute!
Scratch art is fun and a perfect gift for mess free craft time!
Klutz Paper Airplanes Craft Kit
Combine paper folding with science with this paper airplane kit.
Made by Me Paint Your Own Wooden Cars
This kit includes everything a kid needs to paint their own amazing wooden cars.
Cross stitch is something kids as young as 7 or 8 can begin to learn, and this is a simple kit to get them started.
Learn to Knit Pocket Scarf Kit
Knitting is a skill that kids can enjoy for decades, so why not teach them early?
I know some little girls who would go nuts for these jewelry making kit!
I gifted this slime kit to someone a few years ago, and the child LOVED it! It doesn’t require you to make the slime—you just get to add all the mix ins.
If the child you’re gifting to already has a lot of art supplies, why not give them with some canvas so they can make their own paintings!
These shimmer markers would make a fun addition to any kids’ art supply collection.
These paint markers let kids experiment with the the medium without all the mess!
