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.

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Start an artistic journey of self-discovery

Mentored on the BBC television show Make it at Market, Jaycee Leddra offers art kits and workshops using various mediums, materials and surfaces to help you relax, create and let your imagination flow freely.

Buy the gift of artistic relaxation

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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Pottery fun for all

Pottery courses, social pottery evenings, community group pottery, online sessions and kiln hire with Great Pottery Throw Down contestant Rebecca Norris.

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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

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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?

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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.

I want to know more

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Build a consistent journalling routine

The Journal Vibe has so many ways for you to keep focused and positive through journalling, with prompts, guided workshops and supportive communities.

What's your vibe?

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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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

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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

Bargello embroidery gift vouchers

Bargello a GoGo gift vouchers are available in £10, £25, £50 and £100 options, and can be used to purchase anything on the Bargello a GoGo website, such as vintage-inspired bargello kits, patterns and supplies.

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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

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.

Start browsing

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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