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20 Craft Kits for Adults That Come With Everything You Need

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Best for Readers

Storybook DIY Kit

All readers understand how it feels to enter a new world. With this storybook DIY kit, you can create your own portal to another world between the books on your shelf. Simply assemble the puzzle pieces and turn on the mini LEDs for a beautifully lit bookshelf.

“The kit comes with everything you need and is super easy to follow, making it a fun project to dive into together. Not only will you create something special, but you’ll also make lasting memories. If you’re looking for a fun, hands-on activity that’s both creative and rewarding, this is it,” says one 5-star review.

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Most Decorative

Double Glass Frame for Pressed Flowers

Finding the perfect piece of art can be exhausting and expensive. So why not make your own? Amazon’s pressed flower frame kit comes with dried flowers and double glass frames for a comprehensive pressed flower guide. And if you have your own flowers to preserve, go for it!

“I really liked this sweet little kit,” says one Amazon customer. “I used the flowers that came with it and cut up the stickers into smaller pieces to help the flowers stick.”

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Amazing Origami Kit

Test your origami skills with this all-inclusive kit. With 13 custom paper designs and a 64-page booklet with instructions, this kit is perfect for experimenting. “It’s a great learning tool,” says one 5-star review. “The amount of paper and the diversity is incredible. It also gives you craft ideas on how to use some of the patterns.”

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For the Foodies

DIY Rainbow Bagel Making Kit

If crafts aren’t necessarily your thing but you still enjoy the process of making something from scratch, why not go for some tasty rainbow bagels? For just $35, you can create picture-perfect bagels that are as pretty as they are delicious. According to Williams Sonoma, the kit includes “baking mix, yeast, and liquid gel food coloring to create any (and all!) colors of the rainbow.”

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Sculpd Pottery Kit for Beginners

If you’ve never tried pottery before, give it a go with Sculpd’s all-in-one kit. It even comes with all the materials you need to paint the sculpture once it’s done. “I am so impressed! The clay and finished products feel nothing like typical air clay,” says one 5-star review. “This clay is heavy and so is the finished product.”

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Fun for the Family

LEGO Message Board

Let’s face it: Legos are not just for kids. What better way to get in on the fun than with a family message board? Write a message to your family or guests and then switch it up and build something new whenever you’re bored. You can even create fun emojis to include! The kit comes with instruction posters that explain how to create certain letters — all you have to do is put them together.

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Best for Gifting

Birth Month Flower Paint-by-Number Kit

Paint-by-number kits have become super popular among adults looking to get a bit more creative in their downtime without doing too much work at once. Because all of the materials are included and all you have to do is follow the numbers, paint-by-numbers eliminate any of the stress that may come with crafting. Plus, this kit in particular comes in 12 different birth month flower designs. “This is a high quality paint-by-numbers kit. The size makes it easy to complete. The canvas is quality and the paints are great — just the right consistency,” says one 5-star review.

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Natural Dye Indigo Kit

We’ve all made tie-dye shirts during our childhood. Why not take it one step further with a natural dye kit? Add color to your favorite white tote bag or plain T-shirt. “This kit makes indigo fun, easy and accessible. I’m obsessed! The directions are wonderful and the pigment is gorgeous,” says one 5-star review. “If you’re interested in learning how to indigo dye, this is a good place to start!”

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Best Diamond Art

Boho Diamond Art DIY Coaster Kit

Design your own coasters using this DIY diamond art kit. The coasters come with corresponding numbers that match certain colored diamonds in the kit. Just stick them on to create the colorful, sparkly designs. “These coasters are very colorful and look beautiful! I made them as a gift and I will be proud to give them,” says one Amazon customer. “Holder is a perfect bonus! Very happy I bought these!”

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Stained Glass Kit

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Create your own stained glass design with this DIY kit that comes with it all. Recreate one of the patterns in the kit or make your own stained glass design with the colors and materials included. You can even reuse any old glass jars or bottles if you’re looking for upcycling ideas.

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Best for Painters

Scented Rock Art Kit

While you might not think you need a kit to paint rocks, trust us, you do. Take away all of the work that comes along with finding the perfect rocks and buying the correct type of paint. This all-in-one rock art kit includes a book with step-by-step instructions to recreate the designs on the box, three rocks, paint and paintbrushes and two different scents you can apply to the rocks once you’re finished.

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American Crafts Scrapbook Kit

Choose a topic or time period of your life and start scrapbooking. Not only can you get creative with all of the different stickers and colorful sheets of paper, you can also relive your favorite memories through photos with loved ones. “Choose from a variety of colorful sheets and pair with stickers, washi tape, and more to customize your projects,” the product description states. Just print out some of your best snaps and pair them with the included materials for a nostalgic, heartwarming project.

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Fun for Plant Parents

DIY Macramé Kit for Adults

Calling all plant parents! This one’s for you. Hang plants from your ceiling with this simple DIY project. If you’ve never tried macramé before, don’t worry — this kit is made specifically for beginners and comes with all the instructions and materials you need to be successful.

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Crystal Soy Candle DIY Kit

This DIY candle kit comes with two scents, rose tea and lavender vanilla, and makes four travel size soy candles. With all the materials included, all you’ll need is a microwave or stovetop. “I got this kit for my mom for Mother’s Day and she absolutely LOVED it,” says one 5-star review. “We had so much fun and the scents smell so good. We will definitely be purchasing again.”

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For Beginner Chefs

Artisan Rainbow Dumpling Kit

Another food-related craft kit, this DIY dumpling set is great for beginner chefs. According to Uncommon Goods, the kit includes “bread flour, four plant-based dyes (red, yellow, purple, and green), round dough cutter, rolling pin, instructions, and QR codes with video links.” The best part? There’s enough ingredients to make 80 dumplings.

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Best Under $10

Clay Beads Jewelry Making Kit

Make your own stylish bracelets with this $7 clay bead jewelry kit. Spell out your name, an inspirational saying or simply create a colorful pattern with gold accents. Plus, the beads and lettered charms are neutral-colored, offering a sophisticated look. This kit proves DIY bracelet making is about more than just confirming BFF status — it can be for adults too!

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Crochet for Beginners

Fred the Dinosaur Crochet Kit

Learning how to crochet can be intimidating, especially if you’re brand new to the art. But don’t fear, Fred is here. This kit comes with all the materials and step-by-step instructions you need to create Fred the dinosaur. According to the site, the tutorials included “are designed to take the stress out of starting your project and make it easy for new crafters to dive straight into the fun.”

“This did NOT disappoint,” says one Joann customer. “The videos are great and easy to follow. I have very much found a new hobby, and I’m excited to do another one!”

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Best for Nature-Lovers

The Art of National Parks Coloring Book

There’s nothing more calming than coloring and being in nature. So why not do both? This adult coloring book includes all 63 national parks with designs from the famous W.P.A. posters of the 1930s. “This coloring book is absolutely beautiful,” says one 5-star review. “For any artist or nature lover in your life, get this book!”

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Pizza Party Gift Crate

Pizza party time! Learn how to cook the perfect pizza with Williams Sonoma’s pizza party crate. This kit comes with a cookbook, pizza seasoning, two different types of sauces and pizza crust mix that’s ready to bake in less than 30 minutes.

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DIY Crochet Kit

Available in three different sizes, this crochet kit for beginners will meet you wherever you are in your crochet journey. However, if you’re looking for a more extensive crochet kit with an illustrated book of designs, go for the premium package. It even comes with a tote so you can take your hobby to go!

Laura Millar (she/her) is the assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home design. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping in 2024, she wrote for NBC’s TODAY.com where she covered everything from entertainment news to product reviews to pop culture updates.

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