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Quit doomscrolling every night and start carving your own stamps and making 3D sticker scenes instead.

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Check out a TikTok of the 3D sticker book in action. 

Promising review: "This sticker scene was so much fun to put together and surprisingly relaxing. It kept me entertained and gave me a nice break from constantly scrolling on my phone. The stickers are cute, the scenes are enjoyable to create, and it feels rewarding to see everything come together. If you’re looking for a simple hobby that helps you unwind and stay off social media for a bit, I highly recommend giving this a try!" —Michico 

Promising review: "Amazing! These puzzles are so fun. It’s nice that they start easy and get harder, so you can get used to the format first, then continue to be challenged as you learn how they work. Fun, visually appealing, and sprinkled with humor. I finished this one in about 1.5 months (of fairly dedicated work) and ordered Volume 2 before I was even done with the first one. It’s a higher price point than many puzzle books, but you get high quality for what you pay." —EN

The best part?? Once you finish this version of "Murdling," you can try a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books — PLUS a Murdle board game! 

Get it from Amazon for $15.19 (and check out Volume 2 and Volume 3 if you're in the mood for more murrrrderrr). 

Promising review: "Another great Disney Mystery coloring book. The spaces in this book are larger than in some of the others in the series, but they make for amazing pictures when they're completed. I've been using Languo acrylic pens to complete mine. I love how the images come together and how detailed they are. I've included pictures of all of the images included in the book." —Matt Hamblin

Promising review: "SUCH a great introduction to color by numbers! Lots of cozy, peaceful scenes to pick from, and the book size is great for carrying around with you. All you need is a small packet of Artistro black acrylic markers, and you're set! They don't bleed through either, thanks to the thick, one-sided paper. It's also super fun to slowly reveal the whole picture by coloring in only the areas with the 'O.' I can't wait to work through this one and invest in more of these books! Well worth the money if you want a relaxing new hobby!" —Sabrina

Promising review: "For a first-time trier at linocut, this was a perfect set. It had everything I needed to trace, carve, and stamp. The tools aren’t amazing, so don’t expect to get incredibly detailed images, but it’s excellent for an introduction to the craft, and I was able to create some fun pictures! It’s easy to use, but be careful when learning to carve and watch your fingers because the pointy end of the instrument is sharp! Overall, I feel the money I paid was worth the items that came in the kit, and it’s given me more of a desire to do more detailed work with finer tools in the future!" —Jen

Promising review: "These are adorable! It's a great little size, so you don’t feel overwhelmed. I bought several of these for my mom when she was in the hospital. They looked so cute that I bought myself two. Watch the video on how to do it first, though. There is a QR code in the instructions that takes you to a video. Watch that first. These are so fabulous, especially for this price." —RR

Promising review: "I’ve used a beginner telescope before, but this one is a lot more enhanced and better. The entire package comes inside a bag, and some other things that come along with it. For a beginner telescope, the views of the moon, stars, and even planets are super beautiful and mind-blowing! Assembling this product was not too hard; it took about 5–10 minutes, and to my surprise, the telescope wasn’t even heavy! It was easy to pick up the entire telescope and take it anywhere I wanted to. It is pretty tall, so you don’t have to be crouching down that much. Definitely recommended for beginners and kids!" —Dante Torres 

Promising review: "I got this for my 9-year-old granddaughter for Christmas, and we've been tumbling away since mid-January. We love it and find it amazing that a rock can be so transformed into such a beautiful thing. We're hoping to become proficient enough to work with the kinds of stones that will make beautiful jewelry. And that will be our next venture into the unknown! It's very easy to set up and use, and now, of course, we're looking for rocks everywhere we go. I found a really nice one outside of a restaurant a couple of weeks ago. It's also quite educational, and I'm learning along with my granddaughter, too. A great fun activity for anyone, especially something to get the whole family involved in." —Christine

Promising review: "I LOVE the sound of this kalimba. I've been playing around with it for a little while, but like any other instrument, it will take time to play this without looking at my hands. For someone new to the kalimba, I'm so glad it came with all the accessories I will need." —Kathy

Get it from Amazon for $22.09+ (available in two styles).

Promising review: "I bought one of these many years ago and love mine. I just bought this one for a friend as a gift. She loves it! This item is of great quality. Perfect size to do quick, creative work. This board helps a person come into the present. Let the world melt away while they use it. Before you know it, time has slipped by, and the calm has set in. It may be perfect at the office! Definitely would have people stopping by to chill for a minute! (Just a thought.) I would imagine this would be calming for kids, too! Get one for yourself. Leave the world behind." —ClearlyLiving

Check out all of the cult-favorite Magic Puzzles here for more fun options! 

Promising review: "Once you solve this puzzle, you will never want a different puzzle… THE ABSOLUTE BEST!!!" —Cindy Loo

For those new to the concept — instead of adding the color to these, you add the lines to create images within the colors. Sort of like a Rorschach test, but make it whimsical. 

Check out a TikTok of the reverse coloring book in action. 

Promising review: "Kendra Norton’s beautiful art books, Reverse Coloring books, have changed my world! My whole life, I thought I was not creative and therefore had zero artistic ability. Now, this has become my favorite form of artistic expression. I turn on music and/or an audiobook and allow myself to go for an adventure outside of my mind, beyond my mind, if you will. This has become my favorite way to process through difficult emotions and experiences I’m working through." —K. DeWitt

(Psst — check out these cult-fave black fine point pens on Amazon for a good doodling option!) 

Promising review: "I got this from my husband as an early Christmas gift. The holidays make me anxious, and crafting brings me peace. So I used this kit to make Christmas gifts for my friends and family. I burnt into felt hats and cork coasters. I also used it on wood, but it took a long time. Maybe it was the type of wood or the fact that the other materials burned more easily. I don’t know. It still got the job done, though. I haven’t tried on other types of wood yet. It was fun to use." —AHaggard

Promising review: "When my granddaughter comes, I always buy her a craft for how to sit and do. She absolutely loves this. Kept her busy for hours and very inexpensive." —Arlene  

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 10 designs).

Promising review: "I bought all the bouquet sets to make with my daughter and son's girlfriend. We had so much fun making these and the quality was amazing. Even came with a vase to place them. Will definitely be buying the other sets I've seen out. You won't be disappointed buying these." —Angela

Get it from Amazon for $39.97 (available in two sets). 

Promising review: "I am not an artist, but this is fun! I keep it on my nightstand along with some sketch pencils and draw when winding down for the night. Yes, some of the prompts are a bit odd, but I just go with them. Sort of tests the imagination! My 10-year-old granddaughter loves it, too." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "This works like magic! It's easy to use and makes a beautiful gift from the kids!" —Sj773

Woobles is a small business that specializes in crochet kits. 

Promising review: "Excellent gift for beginners looking to explore crochet or knitting. Materials were high quality and everything was very clearly explained. End product looked great too." —Nick

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in seven styles, and also as Snoopy, which made weepy with nostalgic joy). 

Psst — a lot of reviewers use silicone or plastic molds to get specific shapes! 

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 at how well thought through this product is. It is very compact and has everything you need to get started and try 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

Get it from Amazon for $56.98+ (available in two colors).

Foldology is a small business that specializes in unique puzzles. 

Promising review: "So much fun! This activity has provided hours of enjoyment. They start off easy and with each you learn a new fold and they progressively get harder. Definitely a worthwhile purchase for someone who likes puzzles." —Amazon Customer

Paper Peony Press is a Texas-based boutique publishing company that specializes in purpose-driven books. 

Promising review: "I’ve tried several instructional books on hand lettering. This book is the best by far. I won’t say the names of the other books, but suffice it to say they are all at the top of the list when you search for hand lettering. It is the only book that gives practice for the base strokes and also discusses posture and how to hold the pen, and at what angle to the paper. It is also a lovely book to work with; nice artwork/illustrations. I recommend this book to other beginners out there!" —Karen Rorick

Fermentaholics is a small business that specializes in pickling and kombucha starter kits. 

Promising review: "This kit is great for first timers or experienced, and makes DELICIOUS pickles, or pickled anything for that matter. Pickles, carrots, onions, asparagus. The instructions are easy to follow and understand. Will be buying as gifts for my pickle loving friends and more for myself. Makes me want to try the other products this company offers." —KelF

Promising review: "Great craft kit. I'm absolutely thrilled with this tiny greenhouse. It was easy to assemble, and the high-quality materials made it a joy to work with. The attention to detail is impressive, from the miniature plants to the watering can and water pipe. It's perfect for small spaces and adds a touch of serenity to my desk. The instructions were clear, and it's a great project for all skill levels. I highly recommend it! 5/5 stars!" —Manisha

I'm definitely going to sushi jail for this, but I've started putting peanut butter in my avocado rolls. Don't knock it until you try it. Anyway, each kit comes with two sushi rolling mats, five pairs of chopsticks, a paddle, a spreader, and a PDF of instructions, including recipes for six popular rolls.

Psst — if you REALLY want to level up your homemade sushi game, I highly recommend adding this truffle seasoning on Amazon! It tastes so startlingly decadent. I've been ordering it for years to put on my avocado rolls and shiitake rolls when I order sushi. 

Promising review: "Received this the other day and the wife and I had our own sushi night at home...I did not realize there were two mats in the package which was a nice little surprise...everything is made of good quality materials, easy to use and a good fun activity for date night at home. I will be getting a few more as gifts for a few friends...good product, received it quickly and for the price you cannot go wrong." —Timothy J Stegner

Each kit includes two wood carving blocks (one cherry and one basswood), a carving knife, sharpening supplies, a template, and three types of sandpaper.

Promising review: "The company is very supportive and their kit is great. It has everything you need to start working with wood. Additionally, I have really appreciated the professionalism and customer service received from them." —Sam

Promising review: "I didn’t know what to expect from this but it will greatly exceed anyone’s expectations. The materials are great quality, very easy to use, meditative, and [it's] really cool to see what you can make. —Hazel

If you are unfamiliar with this glorious witchcraft, Shrinky Dink paper lets you color designs on it that you can then cut out and bake to shrink them down, giving them a stained glass effect that makes them great for keychains, suncatchers, and little trinkets. 

Promising review: "Fun for ALL ages! Recently remembered how fun these were. I have a smaller daughter, so it gave me an excuse to buy these. They're secretly for me — half kidding. These are so simple to use and create great crafts. These will keep your little one's imagination going, occupied and helps practice fine motor skills. I would definitely recommend to ANYONE, not just little humans." —Alex Soper

Get a 25-sheet set from Amazon for $14.45. 

Promising review: "I just made two batches of butter, and this thing is cool! It is very easy to use and makes some fresh butter in minutes. You leave out heavy whipping cream for 6–8 hours (I live in Texas, and with our 'pre-summer' weather, it got to room temperature in less time). I added some flavoring to the cream and shook it until it thickened. I mean, it makes butter in literal MINUTES. This is worth buying!" —Sarah R. 

Promising review: "This kit is fantastic! It comes with everything you need to create beautiful and unique jewelry dishes. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, making it perfect for all ages. The clay is high-quality and easy to work with, and the finished dishes are both functional and stylish. This kit is a great way to spend a creative afternoon and makes a wonderful gift idea. Highly recommend." —Funky Feedback

Brewsy is a small business that specializes in affordable, app-enabled cider, wine, and mead kits. Note: you have to provide your own jug or juice bottle (there's one on Amazon if you don't already have a vessel large enough!). 

Promising review: "I've been interested in making my own wine for a while, but getting started can be costly and time-consuming. This kit is a great way to get started for very little money or time. The instructions are easy to follow, and the ability to use any juice at all means you can make some really unique flavors. I have already made one batch of wine using grape juice because I didn't want to get too wild on my first batch. It was sweeter than most red wines I've bought, but tasted great and the alcohol content was at least 12 percent. I base that on my body's reaction after drinking two glasses. I recommend these for yourself or a friend, I think it's a great buy and product." —Maximillion M. 

Urban Cheesecraft is an Oregon-based Etsy shop established in 2009 that specializes in make-your-own cheese kits in a variety of cheeses, including vegan options. Each kit comes with a cheesecloth, citric acid, flake salt, instructions, and "email support for life" — all you need is milk (and a mouth to consume it all).

Promising review: "These kits are great gifts for the cheese lover and the person 'who's already got it all.' The packaging looks nice and gift-worthy and it's a perfect price range. I love that the recipient gets an experience as well as a tangible product and I can personally attest that the actual process is easy." —amyleannbohner

Get it from Urban Cheesecraft on Etsy for $24. 

Or at the very least, get "WHO LIVES IN A PINEAPPLE UNDER THE SEA????" stuck in your head until the end of time.

The kit comes with a crafting board, small hammer, a holder, nails, glue, screws, cotton string, a frame, a pattern, and a detailed instruction manual, so there's no need to buy other supplies.

Promising review: "These instructions are easy to follow — I finished it in two hours. This was so much fun, and I love my finished results! It looks so beautiful. It was a gift for my friend. I would buy it again and recommend it to others." —yuyantan

Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in six styles).

And check out lots of other fun finds at BaubleBar's Amazon storefront! 

Psst — this was one of Oprah's Favorite Things for 2025! 

Promising review: "I’ve been a BaubleBar customer for years and was thrilled to see this kit available. It’s even better in person! The beads are adorable, and everything feels so high-quality. I originally bought it as a Christmas gift for my daughter, but now I’m tempted to get one for myself too. Definitely keeping this in mind for future birthday gifts for her and my friends!" —Dolss

Promising review: "Edd Kimber is so creative with his bakes, and this book is full of fun and interesting cookie recipes. Love the flavors in this book...subtle and layered. Baking small batches is surprisingly liberating. Most ingredients are on hand, and I'm not stressing about what to do with large quantities of cookies. With small amounts, it feels easier to play and experiment." —Monica

Promising review: "My sister-in-law has seven cats and is always complaining about the amount of hair they leave behind. This Christmas, we got her this book as a joke...I had NO IDEA that it's an ACTUAL craft book! There are lovely crafts to do, with complete instructions and photos, great ideas for using the cat hair, and she's looking forward to actually doing some of them! So, I guess the joke gift is a joke on me, because she LOVES it!" —pixie4paul

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