Christmas Craft Kits for Adults of All Skill Levels

'Tis the season for festive arts and crafts. If you're wanting to tap into your creative side this holiday season, Christmas craft kits for adults are a great place the start. With so many options to choose from—including snow globes, ornaments, macrame hangings and cross-stitched stockings—you can take a walk on the creative side this December and try your hand at projects you'll use as Christmas home decor (or wear) for years to come. No matter if you're looking for a kit that is made for beginners or want to challenge yourself with a more intricate DIY Christmas project, there are so many holiday craft kits for adults to choose from.

In the name of holiday spirit (and our constant itch to craft), we scoured the internet for the best Christmas craft kits for adults, looking at a variety of art projects for all skill levels to find the best of the best. Here are our top picks, plus what to consider when shopping for DIY crafts for adults

Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking to gift a holiday craft kit, there are a few things to consider when shopping.

‌Craft Type:‌ The most important thing to think about when purchasing a DIY Christmas craft kit for adults is the type of craft. This matters because crafts can vary in skill level. It also matters when gifting a kit because you want to make sure you're giving someone something they'll actually make. If you're shopping for the crafty person in your life, consider the types of arts and crafts they are into and what might inspire them to create. If you're shopping for yourself, consider the crafts you already make, or crafts you have always wanted to try your hand at.

‌Craft Supplies:‌ While most craft kits come with everything you need to get started, some might require additional supplies. Before purchasing a craft kit, take a look at the supplies list and see what comes in each kit. If some supplies aren't included, be sure to pick up those items (if you don't already have them) before getting started. And, if it's a gift, you might want to incorporate those additional items in the gift, too. You can always create a little gift basket with the supplies and kit, or add the items to a stocking to go along with the kit.

‌Gift Ideas:‌ Craft kits in and of themselves are great gift ideas. However, if you're looking to make something festive to give to someone else, look for craft kits—such as the chic Seller Online Craft DIY Christmas Tree Beaded Brooch Kit—that result in something you can give to a loved one, whether it's home decor or something they can wear.

‌Clean Up:‌ Craft-making can get a little messy, depending on the project. Whether you're planning a girls' holiday craft night or want to gift an adult craft kit to a friend, it's important to consider what kind of mess and clean-up is involved. When gift-giving, we recommend more mess-free options, such as the Diamond Art Club Winter's Oasis or the Himmeli Ornaments Kit Star Ornament.

$30.00 - $125.00 at Etsy

Snow globe craft kits aren't just for kids. Adults can make an ultra-stylish snow globe with this DIY Christmas craft kit from Etsy. Perfect for a girls' craft night or a holiday gift for your crafty friend, the snow globe craft kit comes with all the art supplies you need to create a bohemian-style figurine, including a tiny bottle brush tree and mini ornament, plus snowflakes, tinsel, rope, and yarn to decorate the base.

$15.99 at Etsy

If you're looking for an adult craft-making kit that is beginner-friendly, the Himmeli Ornaments Kit is a great pick. The Christmas craft features everything you need to make traditional Finnish Himmeli-style star DIY ornaments, which are made from pre-cut brass tubes and jewelry-quality wire. The beauty of this ornament craft kit—and the creations you make—is they can adorn the abode all year long, not just as Christmas tree decor.

$19.95 at Amazon

$29.99 at JOANN

Cross-stitched stockings are a timeless craft that are sure to be loved by family members for decades. For more advanced crafters, this Santa & Snowman Stocking Counted Cross Stitch Kit is a great way to keep busy this holiday season—and make an adorable keepsake for a loved one. This kit comes with cotton thread, wool yarn, cloth, felt and a needle, along with easy-to-follow instructions and an alphabet pattern so you can personalize your finished piece.

$17.56 at Etsy

Macrame is a super-trendy home decor style right now and now you can bring it into your Christmas decor with the Macrame Christmas Tree DIY Kit from BeanDaikon on Etsy. This kit is the perfect choice for a Christmas craft night with friends, as you can purchase supplies for up to 10 trees in over two dozen colors. The kit comes with a macrame cord, wooden beads for decoration, and wooden hoops for hanging it on your wall, as Christmas tree decorations or even on top of a gift.

$24.95 at Barnes & Noble

The Merry & Bright Wreath Kit from Paper Source is an adorable craft kit option if you prefer a paper craft. This kit puts a unique spin on a classic holiday decor item with intricately cut greenery (inspired by winter pine and holly) and a red "Merry & Bright" banner in the center. The kit is designed for more advanced crafters and comes with enough supplies to make one 15-inch indoor wreath for the home.

$54.99 at Amazon

$52.49 at JOANN

Paint-by-number kits are a great option for a Christmas craft, however, they require some clean-up. For a fun and unique alternative, diamond art kits are where it's at. The Winter's Oasis 30- by 22-inch art print from Diamond Art Club features a snowy cottage in the woods with horses and is made from over 67,045 square diamonds in 51 colors. The beauty of this kit is that it's completely mess-free and comes with everything you need to keep your diamonds organized while you create.

$38.30 at Amazon

$46.64 at Walmart

Create a super cute plush wall hanging with the Bucilla felt appliqué kit. This sewing kit is the perfect holiday craft activity and is designed for all sewing skill levels and comes with detailed instructions so you can stitch your way to a finished work of art. The kit comes with everything you need, including the felt fabric, white pellon, cotton thread, sequins, beads and needles. Hang the finished piece in an entryway to welcome guests during the holiday season.

$22.00 at Etsy

What's holiday decor without some adorable and festive gnomes? The DIY Winter Gnome Painting Kit from Otter Creek Sign Co. on Etsy is an adorable wooden gnome craft that is perfect for the whole family (it also makes for a great kids' craft!). The kit comes with enough supplies to make two gnomes. You can choose your preferred beard color as well as the color theme to create corresponding pieces of Christmas home decor.

$12.67 at Etsy

If you prefer to get crafty with a homemade holiday accessory, look no further than the Seller Online Craft DIY Christmas Tree Beaded Brooch Kit from Etsy. This adorable adult craft kit teaches the intricate art of beadwork with detailed instructions, gorgeous beads, felt, and everything else you need to create a memorable brooch you'll wear for many holiday seasons to come. The kit is also a perfect excuse to make a homemade gift for a loved one.

$13.60 - $79.92 at Etsy

Whether you love punch needling or have always wanted to learn, the Hoopatelier Store Punch Needle Coaster Kit from Etsy is a great place to start. With this kit, you'll learn how to make a punch needle coaster (that can totally moonlight as Christmas ornaments). The great thing about this kit is that it's completely customizable, allowing you to choose from just one design or purchase the collection of 11 coaster designs. And, if it's a gift, the Etsy seller also offers the addition of a gift card, making it a great choice for long-distance gift-giving.