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Gift ideas for budding artists and crafters 

Find gifts to get your nearest and dearest creating, whether at an in-person class or in the comfort of their own home.

All Creativity Found Collective members are independent small businesses – in most cases sole traders – who provide quality products and teaching from the heart, and are passionate about sharing their creativity with you.

If you do order, don't forget to mention that you found the perfect gift at Creativity Found.

Two photos, the first of burnt orange skeins of yarn wrapped in brown paper the second of blue glasses with flower imprints

 

Creative courses inspired by nature

A Sussex Garden School voucher can be redeemed against any of the school's workshops, talks or courses, from planning a planting a small garden to linocut printmaking. 

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Mindful stitching and traditional embroidery

With Mary Broddle Embroidery kits you can choose to learn traditional embroidery techniques while stitching contemporary motifs, or try a mindful stitching kit for the ultimate tuning out activity.

Relaxing stitching this way
A pin cushion with pins in sits in front of an embroidery of three different ice creams, all hand stitched using different styles and colours
A print roller is covered in lilac paint and sits atop a linocut of flowers

Linocut workshops 

Gerry Coles' Introduction to Linocut workshops take place throughout the year. Head over to her website to book a place on the next session for someone special. 

Start your printmaking journey

Knitting and crochet kits

From hats and headbands to bunting and crop tops, Yarny Bees have knitting and crochet kits that will transport anyone away from the pull of the never-ending jobs list.

Needles or hook?
A knitted headband in purple sits on a table surrounded by ivy leaves and two knitting needles
A photo of a smiling woman wearing a red jumper in an art studio. She holds a paint brush and canvas

 

Learn to draw and paint from home

Treat someone to an online art course with The Little Art School and they'll also receive all the materials needed to complete the modules.  

This gift will last a lifetime

 

Weaving workshops and supplies

Available in £10, £25, £50 and £100 denominations or for specific weaving experiences, gift vouchers from The Oxford Weaving Studio are redeemable against kits, looms, tools and yarn packs and  weaving experiences.

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Neatly laid out weaving items including wool, all tools, the loom which has a ready made design on it
A homemade yellow birthday card is surrounded my crafting materials including a stamp and yellow ink

 

Crafting supplies and gift ideas

Thousands of crafting must-haves including stamps, dies and die-cutting machines, embossing folders, card and more. Crafter's Companion makes crafting fun and simple.

Grab some goodies

 

Try ALL(!) the crafts

A gift voucher from Creative Space in Bristol can be used as full or part payment towards any of their craft many workshops or courses, from upholstery and dressmaking to stained glass and printmaking.

How will they choose?
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A photo of Peter White surrounded by three students all in bright red aprons and holding their clay makes

Throwing and hand building pottery

At Woburn Sands Clay you can book onto a workshop with Great Pottery Throw Down finalist Peter White, or buy gift vouchers. 

Start potting

 

Knitting patterns for all abilities

Find beautiful knitwear patterns inspired by nature and folklore with ease of understanding at their heart.

Pick a pattern
A multicoloured knitted scarf sits in a spiral on frosted leaves. White text over the top reads 'Kate Whiting Designs'
Paula Duncan sits on a low rock wall, she wears a green and blue kilt

 

Online kilt-making course

Learn the craft of traditional, heritage kilt making with Paula Duncan's online courses. Enjoy Paula's relaxed teaching methods as she shares her expertise, knowledge and secrets of kilt making with you.

Choose your tartan and start making

 

Eco-conscious pottery glazing

Katherine Tomlinson has researched and tested clay and glaze recipes that are non-toxic and cause minimal harm to the environment. Now anyone can learn simple ways to make pottery more eco-friendly with online courses and books from Oxford Clay.

Pottery with a conscience
A close up of a small dish with a dragonfly embossed in its centre, its wings painted pale green
A close up of a miniature bookshop scene on a bookshelf surrounded by books

 

Miniature scene kits

Building a CuteBee miniature, whether a book nook or a dollshouse, is a unique way to relax and unleash your creativity. The kits provide instruction and all the components to keep you occupied for hours. All you need is glue and a sense of exploration. 

Crafting in miniature

 

Books to inspire your creativity 

The Creativity Found bookshop features great books to help you start or develop your creative journey. Plus, if you buy from our shop you'll also be helping other independent booksellers. 

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A series of books on various arts and crafts are spread out on a table
A black background with blurred out fairy lights, text in the foreground reads Bookshop.org indie gift card

 

Book vouchers that support independent bookshops

Bookshop.org is the online bookshop that supports real-life independent bookshops. They also sell digital gift cards, which make a nice alternative to bigger brands. 

Buy a gift card and support small businesses