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One of my favorite family traditions is our annual arts and crafts night, where we fill the kitchen with art supplies and blast holiday tunes for hours on end. From painting Christmas tree ornaments to decorating DIY coffee mugs, we love discovering cute, crafting gifts we can create with simple items from around the house.
It’s obviously more difficult to host an in-person craft night with your family or BFFs this year. However, you can still get crafty with your crew this season, by hosting a virtual event or sending an artsy themed gift package! To help you get started, we’ve put together a list of fun (and affordable!) items for all of your crafty friends, and while you’re at it, why not pick up a few for yourself, too.
- Colorful markers
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Whether she’s a calligraphy pro or can barely draw a straight line (no judgment), a bright brush tip marker will be perfect for your friend who dreams of hand-lettering. If you want to experiment yourself but have no idea where to start, check out these beginner hand-lettering tips from Sharpie — you’ll create a masterpiece in no time.
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- A sleek coffee mug
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We all have that one friend who can’t stop buying lattes (okay, it’s me). This white porcelain mug is awesome for your caffeine-loving friends who love a simple DIY project without the mess. If you’re experimenting at home, grab a permanent marker and personalize your mug with your name, favorite quote, or a fun design. To make the design permanent, you simply bake the mug in your oven. Cool, right?! This one’s safe up to 350°F!
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- Classy floral stickers
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No holiday craft session is complete without fun stickers. This year, make your creations pop with these floral stickers from Paper Source. Each pack contains 7 stickers, each with a unique style, making them versatile enough for scrapbooking, making ornaments, decorating greeting cards, and more.
Paper Source, $7; Shop Now
- Dry erase markers
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You know that friend who is always super organized and loves crossing things off of her to-do list? Slip a dry erase marker in her crafty care package, and I promise, she’ll love you forever. This assorted 8-pack from Expo will help you stock up for the holidays and give a subtle shout-out to the students, teachers, and go-getters in your life.
Expo, $12; Shop Now
- A white canvas
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Anyone else miss the days of painting canvases with your college roomies? Same here. This year, a crisp white canvas will make the perfect gift for your artsy friends. With some paint, markers, and even magazine cutouts, their design dreams can now come to life. This is a perfect gift if you’re hosting a virtual painting night!
Michael’s, $9.99; Shop Now
- Scented felt tip pens
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Whoever created these art supplies inspired by Sunday brunch: thank you. Yes, you heard that right — with Paper Mate’s lightly-scented felt tip pens, you can journal, color, or take notes while experiencing the aroma of strawberry scones, hazelnut lattes, and lemon squares. They come in 16 fun colors and scents and add just a bit of nostalgia to any holiday gift.
Paper Mate, $18 for a 16-pack; Shop Now
- A Fuzzy journal
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If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift for the writer or dreamer in your life, look no further than this adorable fuzzy journal from Urban Outfitters. Not only are they perfect for list-writing, manifesting, and more, they double as a super cool aesthetic choice to keep sitting on their desk.
Urban Oufitters, $20; Shop Now
And there you have it, seven gifts that are sure to make your holiday season bright! Happy crafting!