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Best Christmas Gifts for Kids who Love Art
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items Here's a list of the popular arts items we use in our art lessons and art camps and items we know kids will love and appreciate at Christmas.
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Older Kids
Little Kids
Most Kids
Most kids will appreciate something from this list as a gift under the tree or in their stocking.
It seems simple but most kids love paper and cannot get enough of it. Give them a ream of paper and let them get creative. Best inexpensive gift for kids that no parent thinks of but every parent knows it will be a hit!
HP Papers 8.5x11 All In One 22lb 750 Sheets
Here's another simple craft supply that kids will find a million uses for. Add some beads or not and they will keep busy for hours.
Pipe Cleaners Craft Supplies (Beige)
Add these with some pipe cleaners and keep kids ages 4 and up entertained for hours making bracelets, necklaces and little sculptures.
1000+ Pcs Multi-Colored Pony Beads for DIY Crafts
Model Magic is a big favorite in my art studio and art camps. Kids love it because it is soft and squishy. I love it because it is durable and easy to use and doesn't crack like air dry clay when it dries.
Crayola Model Magic Deluxe Variety Pack, 14 Pack
I love the Educational Watercolors from Crayola. This set is geared for ages 4 and up.
Crayola Watercolor Paint Set, 16 Count, Washable
My students love glue sticks and they love these scented glue sticks even more. This would be a great stocking stuffer.
Elmer’s Scented Clear Glue Sticks, 4 Count
These crayons are so much fun for kids to use. Give them a cup of water and a brush or a waterbrush and let them get creative.
Sargent Art 22-1108 8-Count Water Color-Crayons
Waterbrushes are a fun less-mess way to use watercolor and watercolor crayons.
ELENTGE Watercolor Brush Pens - 6PCS Refillable
I often give my art students in lessons, a sketchbook and I love Melissa and Doug products so this is a double win in my book!
Melissa & Doug Sketch Pad 9x12 - 50 Sheets, 2-Pack
I think I need one of these precious ornaments for myself and one for my Granddaughter!
Personalized Artist Christmas Ornament 2023
Afraid of art messes? These art mats will help contain messes while kids create.
Colorations Flexible Plastic Mats, Set of 6
I haven't met a kid who does not like Play Doh. Pair it with a Colorations Art Mat to contain the mess.
Play-Doh 10-Pack Case of Colors, 2 oz. Cans
I love that this set includes tools. Kids love the tools to help them create all kinds of things with their Play Doh.
Play-Doh Starter Set
We love Crayola Washable Markers in our art camps. They have beautiful pigment and wash right out of clothes and skin.
Crayola Broad Line Washable Markers, 12 Count
Older Kids
These items are geared for kids who are about 8 and older who enjoy art and crafts activities.
This is a great gift for kids at least 8 and older. They love these markers that will work on wood, canvas and heavy paper. They are requested often in my studio.
Brilliant Bee Liquid Chalk Markers Set, 18-Pack
Washi tape is a fun addition to a craft stash for a child. They can use it in their sketchbooks, on random paper, cardboard, and all kinds of items.
KUNMINGER 40 Rolls Washi Tape Set - 15 mm Wide
Oil pastels are a step up from crayons and give great blendable, vibrant color for older kids.
SAKURA Cray-Pas Junior Artist Oil Pastel Set - 25 Colors
I have recently started using a compass with my older kids in art lessons and they love experimenting with making perfect circles and curves with this tool.
Fiskars Compass & Protractor Set - Kids 8+
Little Kids
These items are perfect for little ones who are just learning about art. Toddler friendly and approved.
I adore the Crayon's books by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers and this one has interactive activities.
The Crayons' Christmas
This book is a treat to read along to a child and is a great way to introduce them to color.
Mix It Up!: Board Book Edition (Herve Tullet)
I just bought these for my little niece. I love that they are nontoxic and do not have paper wrappers on them.
CRAYOLA MyFirst Jumbo Crayons - Assorted (8 Pack)
A beautiful book perfect for little kids to ease their minds about their artwork being wonderful just the way it is.
Beautiful Oops!
Dot Markers are perfect for little hands.
Dot Markers for Toddlers, 8 Colors Washable