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Free time is precious, so savor it on a picnic or by making your own bubble gum.

It not only is full of scrapbooking inspo but also fun crafts like making your own stickers, trinket tin, magnets, frame backings, and memory locket. 

Promising review: "I absolutely LOVED this book from the creative activities to the photos of the art — chef's kiss!! The photos of the crafts and trinkets were so well thought out and just so visually appealing. The breakdown of each activity was also very easy to understand and insightful." —lepetit

WS Game Company Store is a small business that sells the classic board games you love, but with an aesthetic upgrade. They all come in a vintage bookshelf style, so if you want to collect them all, check out their many other games. 

Promising review: "My older sisters had this game when I was young. I bought this to play with my daughters and granddaughter. They loved the game. We had such a great time playing it on our trip. Great packaging! It was easy to pack and travel with. Great idea!!!" —billy e

Promising review: "I absolutely love this book! The illustrations are beautifully detailed, and the paper quality is outstanding. It's a great way to unwind and get creative. Highly recommend for anyone who enjoys coloring!" —Sorianny

Promising review: "This model has been such an enjoyable build. As of now, I am not completely finished. Having put in around 20 hours, I'd say I have another 8 hours to go. The pieces are all vibrantly pre-painted, except for one large base piece. The glue and tweezers that come with it are perfect for the job. The cloth I had gotten for the couch was not large enough, but I improvised by using another color cloth (that also came with the kit) for the seat. The attention to detail in this little study is just first-class. I even recognized books that I have read/purchased in the past within this model! I have no experience building wooden kits, and I still managed to do this one perfectly with minimal struggle. I will certainly be buying more Robotime models in the near future; the greenhouse one is next :)!" —B.R.J.G.

Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in eight other styles).

Cooking Gift Set is a small business. The kit comes with six tart rings, a piping bag, three nozzles, a coupler, a candy thermometer, a baking mat, and instructions.

Promising review: "I just tried this product for the first time the other night. It was so easy, I couldn’t believe it! The dough recipe that came with it turned out so delicious. I am very pleased with this kit. I can’t wait to make more tarts." —capy

The bouquet includes 15 stems with a mix of flower and leaf varieties, including roses, snapdragons, and poppies, and it uses elements made from plant-based plastic.

BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga says: "My 3.5-year-old is Lego-obsessed and had a blast working on these with me! They appear intricate, but, honestly, weren't hard to put together at all (and I'm a Lego novice)!"

Promising review: "Buy this for anyone in your life who loves gardening, and you are guaranteed to see their face light up when they open it up. Got it for my mom on her birthday, and she thought it was the coolest gift ever." —Greg

Get it from Amazon for $48.49 and check out the entire Lego Botanicals collection!

BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga says: "I cannot even begin to fully describe how much I've enjoyed playing this video game, but I will certainly try. I consider myself a "cozy gamer," which is someone who prefers a video game they can leisurely enjoy without a lot of drama and stress. This game beautifully combines that genre of gaming with the magic of Disney — and it is simply fantastic. I love that I get to dress my character in an array of Disney styles, decorate a cute little cottage exactly as I like it, and chit-chat with characters galore. It's really soothing, and I've found it to be a great way to unwind from a long day."

Get it from Best Buy for Nintendo Switch for $39.99. 

The kit includes a genuine gum base, corn sweetener, wax paper, flavoring, a mixing tool, and a container. Make sure to keep an eye on your kiddos as they do this experiment. 

Promising review: "My son received this as a gift, and he was very excited to try it out. I would definitely consider it a science experiment, and it ended up being a bit messy, so I would recommend making it in the kitchen. He decided to add dark blue food coloring, and the end result was pretty, but I was kinda hesitant to try it out. Surprisingly, it was delicious! I would also like to add that he is 8 years old and was able to read the instructions and complete the project without any adult help. All in all, it was a great learning experience for him, and he was very proud and happy with the end result." —Amethystastrohouse

Promising reviews:  "This was my first sticker by number book. It was so fun and addictive to finish each one. I showed family and friends and they all ordered one. The photos of the flowers were so beautiful and following each piece was very easy. Highly recommend for a fun activity on a road trip or for just something extra to do while watching TV." —Nichole

"I’m a young adult who spends a lot of time in the hospital due to bad health issues. Most of the time, it’s nerve-wracking and very boring. I ordered this little book to take with me for next time, and I was very happy with it! It kept me busy and calmed my nerves. It was easy to do and therapeutic. I like the variety of pictures!" —Cherry  

Promising review: "When I first flipped through this book I was beaming with joy and excitement since I’ve been a Disney fan for years. They say food brings people together and this cookbook depicts fun and exciting food/drink recipes the whole family can enjoy. I couldn’t get over the photos for each recipe. They all had that magic touch Disney brings to its films. I see this book becoming a collectible and I feel every Disney fan should own a copy of it!" —Alena D. 

In addition to the 40 colorful bundles of felt, this kit comes with felting needles, scissors, bells, protective finger cots, foam pads, stencils, and even plastic eyeballs so you can create tiny fur friends! 

Promising review: "So I have always been intrigued by needle felting, but I thought it would be much harder, so I never looked into supplies. This craft is SOOOO fun to pass the time and keep your hands busy. This little kit was so perfect for beginners and for the price!!!!? Perfect." —Tali 

Get the 40-color set from Amazon for $26.99 (also available in two smaller sets). 

The set comes with nine holes, four golf balls, and a dry-erase scorecard. To play at night like the reviewers above, grab some light-up golf balls. And don't forget clubs! 

Promising review: "We tried to set it up in the grass, and that's not really ideal, but on a patio or down a hall — it's so much better. The silicone molding is so lightweight, and the little flag centers are marvelous to make you feel like you are more than a new learner! The set is complete with four foam balls and a scoreboard that you use a dry-erase marker on. GREAT to use only a few of the pieces for a short game for kiddos or the entire set for a more competitive experience." —Momakookie

Kusini is a small business that specializes in kitchen products. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love fondue and this made at-home fondue easy and mess free! Warms up quickly and holds the perfect amount of fondue plus dippers." —Ruby Pagel 

Promising review: "It was everything and more than I expected from this picnic basket...the blanket was nice and thick with padding and when I spilled something it just rolled right off the blanket, next the basket itself insulated and it allowed both my cold and hot to remain there temperatures, the best touch was the wineglasses, plates, and cloth napkins were all reusable, instead of throw aways. I had the best picnic date, and she wants one for herself, but in red, so definitely a phenomenal buy! Thank you, Amazon, you outdid yourself on this one!!"—Marc H. 

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in three patterns). 

Dungeons & Dragons is THE ultimate role-playing game. If you're stuck in the house for a bit, it's the perfect time to start a campaign. This kit comes with an eBook, 1,000 pre-generated characters, a map, and more to help you get started. If you're already familiar with DnD, check out one of the MANY expansion books available.

Promising review: "My son is getting into D&D, and I wanted to get something with some decent starter material. Coming with seven sets of dice, this makes it extremely easy to get games going right away. Not to mention campaigns already ready. If you're looking for a great starter set, this is the one you want!"—Jason Willis

Each piece is 12x16 inches. The kit comes with 12 images, color-coded gems, a single-tip diamond painting pen, a small tray, and wax. The pen holds a small piece of wax to help you grab the individual gems. Each canvas comes coated in a sticky adhesive protected by a clear film. Because that's how the gems stick on, I recommend peeling it off a little at a time as you go to preserve the adhesive, so you're not left with a picture covered in dust and dog hair.  

Promising reviews: "Bought it over a year ago, I do them every so often when I’m bored and they’ve lasted me this long. They’re fun, something to do while watching my shows, there’s always left over gems so they’re nice for other things too. I’d get larger pickers cause it’s slow without but I didn’t mind much. Very pretty, shinny, the stickiness is good, it’s enough that they stay but if you need you can pry gems off or push them around" —customer

"First time I ordered something like this, and I'm glad I started with this one. The pages are large, and you get 12 of them, which should last me probably two years. I haven't had this much fun doing something in a long time. I don't wanna stop. I don't know what it is, but there is something satisfying about dropping little gems on the sticky paper. I can't wait until I finish my first one." —Female in Rochester NY 

Promising reviews: "This is exactly what I was looking for! It lays flat to easily complete the word search and not have to fight with the book. There are different types of puzzles, and some have extra secret searches! It’s great for the slow days at work!! I will definitely be buying more of these word searches!" —Roy Y Hahn 

"I really appreciate having puzzle books around when I’m feeling anxious. It’s a quick activity I can turn to when needed or even on a cozy night when watching a movie. The price for these was on point. It kept me busy for a few months before I made it through the book. I also appreciated that it was spiral so I could fully open each page! Would buy again in another variety from this brand!" —Cannon Fam

The kit also includes two wood carving blocks (one cherry and one basswood), three types of sandpaper, and sharpening supplies.

Promising review: "Great little introduction to the hobby! It will take you longer than you think to complete, so it’s a nice free-time activity. My 8-year-old is very impressed that I 'made it with my bare hands.' I highly recommend this adorable comfort bird kit, and my advice is to take your time, it’s not a race!" —Tammi H. 

Check out a TikTok of the mini Kindle in action. 

Promising review: "This is such a great Kindle! It’s lightweight, the perfect size for going in a purse or bag, and the matcha is SUCH a great color. I already have a Paperwhite SE that I love, so I decided to get this Kindle for travel purposes. The battery life isn’t as great as my Paperwhite, but it still lasts me a while with daily reading! It fits perfectly in my hands and makes reading very comfortable. The only thing it is missing is the warm light option, but that is not a deal breaker for me. If you are looking for a lightweight and comfortable Kindle, this is the one for you." —Christine Heath

Get it from Amazon for $109.99 (available in black and matcha, and with or without an ad lock screen). 

Kunitsa Co. is a small business that specializes in reading, exercise, and food journals. 

Promising review: "This book journal had plenty of room for all the book reviews and so much more. It has pages for daily reading tracking, pages for reading goals, pages for DNF books, favorite books, loaned-out books, and tons of review pages. All you have to do is fill it out. It's perfect!!!!" —Cody McNeal

Get it from Amazon for $22.95 (available in six colors). 

Promising review: "I honestly thought this was going to be way more complicated than it is. Quality was good and the instructions were perfect. I was able to make my first picture in a few evenings. Very relaxing new hobby :)"—Nikkia 

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $13.69.

Check out a TikTok of the cocktail book in action. 

You'll learn the six "root recipes" that encompass all cocktails: the old-fashioned, martini, daiquiri, sidecar, whisky highball, and flip. 

Promising review: "This book has easily become one of my favorites. Great base knowledge and would recommend it to anyone seeking to further educate themselves on spirits and cocktails. Even the first few pages are full of useful information. Purchase this for yourself or even as a gift. I cannot say enough good things about this book." —Adriana

Promising review: "I have had this pool for about two weeks now and I LOVE IT!!! Was simple to set up, I got a little electric pump. and it took about 10 minutes to inflate, then about half an hour to fill with water. Pay attention to make sure you set it up on level ground or it will be lopsided. I live in South Carolina, so it is already hot and humid, and I use it about every afternoon. It is probably good for two adults, maybe one adult and a couple of kids. The built-in seat and headrest are really quite comfy and relaxing. I will definitely buy this same pool again if it springs a leak and can't be fixed, if I could give it 10 stars, I would. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!!!" —Kathryn J.

Stealth Fitness is a small business that specializes in unique at-home fitness equipment. 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Mallory Mower says about this gizmo: "Getting a Stealth board was the very best thing that has happened to me during quarantine. Mixing the fun of games on your phone with the natural endorphins you get from exercising is, to put it lightly, genius. I have two in my home, and my husband and I compete daily to see who can last the longest. My favorite game is the paragliding challenge; he's into the planet-blasting space adventure. Nerd."

Promising review: "Fantastic purchase to solve the boring plank exercises after a year of doing them. This has a quick, easy, simple hit-it-and-forget-it daily with a game, three-minute max, and great results. Much improved core strength, reduce lower back pain, and a high five from my doctor. Highly recommend this for those in need of core buildup and help to manage the time to fit this into a daily schedule." —James Corey

Get it from Amazon for $149 (available in three styles). 

Promising review: "Such a fun gift, but I decided to keep it for myself. A good little sit on the couch and watch a show in the background kind of vibe." —Kylee Stonebarger

"Puzzle Mania is everything I hoped it would be, clever, challenging, and unbelievably fun. Joel Fagliano brings the same brilliance from his New York Times puzzles into this book. Each puzzle feels fresh and original, with just the right balance of difficulty and satisfaction. I found myself saying 'just one more,' and suddenly an hour had flown by. It’s now my favorite way to unwind and sharpen my mind. Perfect for puzzle lovers of any level!" —AlexS

You can do the book in any order, but if you start from the beginning, you'll get the full story of Detective Logico. There are 100 puzzles total, ranging from Elementary level to impossible. Starting easy, you will find the suspect, location, and weapon. The next level, you will have to go through a puzzle of interrogation, as the suspects always tell the truth, but the murderer lies. You will then need to discover the motive. And when you've hit the impossible level, you will have to discover all four elements while dealing with a lying witness statement. And there's a logic grid puzzle helping you solve each case!

Check out a TikTok of Murdle in action. 

The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books! 

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun, but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativity! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes, but this one will keep me busy for a while!" —Liz Gately

This kit provides you with a banneton basket, a dough whisk, a dough cutter, five blades (with a leather cover) for designs, a bowl scraper, a scoring lame, and even a cleaning brush. You can also use the recipe book to try out different loaf recipes or to get a better understanding of every tool.  

Promising review: "This is just what I was looking for to start my sourdough bread journey while healing from a surgery and on leave from work. It kept me busy, and I still use it today. Great quality, durable items." —joanne 

Get it from Amazon for $23.74+ (available in two banneton basket shapes and in gift sets).

Here are some paint and brushes so once your creations are dry, you can add some personality to the white clay if you'd like! 

Promising review: "It’s honestly just a really nice material to work with! If you want to create things with clay, this is definitely a good choice! It’s definitely not for professional use, but I feel like that’s a given? I mean, it is Crayola. But all in all, great for those who want to use it for fun!" —Amazon Customer

Each kit comes with a pottery wheel machine, a power adapter, eight sculpting tools, two paint brushes, three packs of air-dry clay, and 12 paints. 

Promising review: "I am amazed how well thought through this product is. It is very compact and has everything you need to get started and trying your hand at pottery! My kids immensely enjoyed using it and were very excited with their creations. It's very compact, built with very good quality materials. The wheel is very stable and you can control the speed as you get the hang of it. It's well priced for a starter kit and overall a great kit." —Synghal

Promising review: "Absolutely love this journal! So so soooo many activities to keep you busy, and the supplies you need are just everyday household items! very fun and engaging, and helps get rid of perfectionism. Also keeps your mind off anxiety and stress. Very helpful and I really love it! The activities vary from sew this page, infuse this page, drop a journal from a high place, freeze this page, press flowers, poke holes in this page, and so much more! There are even activities and a cut-out postcard on the cover jacket. So fun and engaging! Hours worth of activities to do. Worth the money!" —Squishmallows101 

Promising review: "Bought this as soon as I got the email that it dropped on Amazon! Love this series and will continue to purchase them. Was it the most challenging puzzle? No, but that didn't take away from the fun of putting it together. Great artwork, wacky pieces, two posters, you just can't go wrong with a magic puzzle!" —Jennifer Lawton

This is one of many puzzles from the Magic Puzzle Company, so there are lots of other ~puzzling~ possibilities once this one's finished!

This kit comes with an embroidery hoop, four designs, a punch needle, four punch needle fabrics, enough colorful yarn, and instructions.

Punch Atelier is a small business based in Turkey that makes beginner-friendly punch embroidery sets. They also have a tutorial video for beginners on their YouTube channel.

Promising review: "I’m having so much fun learning with this kit. It included everything I needed, the instructions are easy to follow, and I was super impressed with the ability to reach out with any questions." —Emily Shields  

Get it from Punch Atelier on Etsy for $39.10 (originally $46; available in four sets) — includes free shipping.

The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

The kit comes with four glass jars and three tin cans, pre-measured soy wax, seven fragrance oils, 10 dye blocks, candle wicks, glue dots, a melting pot, a digital thermometer, a mixing spoon, two centering devices, dried flowers, and decorative labels. 

Promising review: "This kit comes with everything a beginner hobbyist needs to make custom candles for gifts or for yourself. I've been having so much fun mixing different scents and colors to create my perfect custom candle. Easy to use (with a little practice and some instruction reading) and comes with everything you need. I am really enjoying this new hobby and think I may have finally found one I can stick with, simply because of the joy it brings to make and then use my creation!" —Lauren R. 

Get it from Amazon for $49.97+ (also available in a black candle kit and larger sets).

Promising review: "Best sushi-making kit out there, period. It contains all the tools you need to start making sushi, a really affordable kit, and it's just very entertaining to try it out with your family. It's the beginner's set you were looking for, and all parts appear to be made of natural and durable materials. Five stars." —Antonio Mendez 

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in three colors). 

The kit comes with 8 different colored yarns, stuffing, 1 needle, 8 eyes, 5 stitch markers, 2 ergonomic crochet hooks, 1 pair of scissors, 1 crochet cactus and Desert plants pattern, and a beginner's basic crochet manual.

Promising review: "The videos and printed patterns are so helpful! You get everything you need to make the plants and in my kit I received a pair of scissors that I wasn't expecting! If you're a beginner the kit is great because you don't need to purchase anything additional and you can use some of the items (like hook and stitch markers) for other patterns! The final products are adorable and I'd highly recommend." —Amazon Customer

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