I've compiled some fantastic sources with a plethora of natural soap recipes and methods to try. Keep your hands clean and your heart happy with soaps made by you, for you.
Somewhere between doom-scrolling and spreadsheets, I forgot what it felt like to actually make something. Hands covered in paint, sawdust under my nails, that weird pride when you hold up something wobbly and go ‘I made that.’ If you've been stuck in your head and need to get back into your hands — this is the stuff that pulled me out. Took me a solid year of trial and error so you can skip straight to the good part.
I've compiled a list of Lego sets that I find interesting and or wish to own. I've also included a section with the sets that I currently own. I will be adding to this list over time. Which sets do you own from this list? Also, do you have a dedicated space for your Lego? I might need a bigger house!
Do you love your 40oz Stanley cup as much as I love mine? I use my Stanley everyday and I'm always looking for ways to personalize it to my style. I have created a list of 40oz Stanley cup accessories and decals so everybody can make their cup look fun!
One of my hobbies is photography. Here's a list of equipment I've used and currently have in my camera bag. I currently use Canons, but I'm tempted to get another camera. If you have any recommendations let me know!
Gifts to get someone who loves all things girlie whether it be a fashion girl or a hobby lover! I’ve tried to do gift suggestions for every price point!
You will find some great movie titles I watched while growing up some of which have been unforgettable for me. I hope it brings nostalgia and wonderful memories to share with your family
Etsy is my first stop when I am buying gifts for family and friends. I love supporting small businesses, and adore unique, handmade goods. If you want to make sure you're buying someone a gift they don't already have, check out this list! If you stopped by this board and saw the preschool tee board, I am sad to report I noticed the shops I recommended, also sold Pro-Trump/MAGA apparel, and thus can no longer recommend the shops or items.
I love knitting socks! It's my favorite and most relaxing hobby. At this point, I've knit well over 100 pairs. These are my favorite sock knitting supplies.
I love junk journaling 📓 it’s one of my favorite pass times! Whether you junk journal already or you are just getting started here are some great options for supplies, stickers, inspo, etc
These are the podcasts I’m always listening to during my commute, while I clean, shower, eat, or just need some background noise. Whether it feels like chatting with a bestie or learning something new, these shows keep me company through it all.
Solitary or in numbers, perched or in flight, these blackbirds carry stories. From city asphalt to shadowed skies, each piece in this collection begins with original bird photography by JLW_Photography and spirals outward—toward the gothic, the poetic, and the symbolic. Whether you're drawn to the works of Poe, the folklore of counting crows, or simply the stark beauty of a black bird against gray, this list is for those who find the mysterious in the everyday.
If you've ever pulled a pin out of your thumb mid-seam or spent ten minutes picking them up off the floor, this list is for you. I sew almost daily and my fingertips were starting to look like pincushions themselves. Took me about a year of trying different clips, holders, and alternatives before I landed on the setup I actually use now. Grab what you need before your next project turns into a blood sport.
You know that panic when a birthday sneaks up and you need a gift that looks like you tried? Or when you show up to a potluck and want people to think you have your life together? I spent a full year testing DIY kits and craft supplies so my homemade stuff would stop looking homemade. This list is for anyone who wants credit for being talented without actually being talented. Grab these before the holiday season hits and you're back to wrapping store-bought cookies in plastic wrap.
Whenever I need a quick laugh, I always turn to Saturday Night Live. With 50 years of sketches to choose from, there's a good selection to choose from. Here are a few of my absolute, all-time favorites. Note: This list contains affiliate and cashback links.
We all know someone who enjoys gaming (In my life, that's both me and my boyfriend!). Over the years, I've bought a lot of different gaming-related gifts, so I thought it would be a good idea to create a list of my absolute favorites. These are great for all kinds of gamers, but some of them are a bit more niche than others.
My son recently finished his first baseball season so I'm feeling inspired to share my baseball mom gift ideas for other parents who spend their weekends at the field!
Lather-ready picks for the soap obsessed: this list gathers 30 gifts for soap makers, from starter kits and melt-and-pour bases to molds, cutters, fragrances, micas, oils, butters, lye gear, curing racks, and packaging. Whether they're melting their first batch or curing their fiftieth loaf, there's something here for every kind of soap maker. Links may earn me a small commission — thanks for supporting my lists!
We moved to a new neighborhood two years ago and barely knew anyone past a wave from the driveway. I started hosting monthly game nights and it completely changed our block. If you want to go from awkward small talk at the mailbox to actual friendships with the people around you, here's every single thing I use to pull it off without stressing.
In a world where we spend hours glued to our screens, finding simple ways to unplug matters more than ever. If you’re looking for screen-free hobbies or creative activities to replace doom scrolling, these easy crafts are a great place to start. You don’t need to be an artist or have any special skills, just a little curiosity and time to spare.
Whether I’m selling jewellery, crafts, or cosmic kits, these are the stall essentials I never leave home without. They help me stay organised, look professional, and keep the vibe joyful. I've also included kits I've created after years of being an event organiser as well as a seller - helping small businesses to sell at their best!
Spending hours arranging a gift basket only to have it look like a sad office recycling bin is the worst feeling. If you make gift baskets for holidays, client appreciation, or just because you love spoiling people, this is every color, texture, and filler combo that actually works. Took me two years of trial and error so you can skip straight to the good stuff.
Spent two years buying tactical pens that either wrote like a dried-out Sharpie or felt like holding a lead pipe. If you want something that works as a real pen Monday through Friday and could save your life on the worst day, this is everything I tested and actually kept. Grabbed extras before holiday shopping cleaned out stock last year.
The best Christmas craft kits for kids in 2026: OOLY holiday watercolor, shrink-art and clay kits, Petit Collage paint-by-numbers and activity cards, a gummy candy kit, an ornament puzzle and a Grinch mini diamond-art kit. Wi
This is my go-to collection for creative and junk journaling — all the tools and supplies I use most. From papers, glue, and washi to mini printers, scissors, and watercolors, these are the pieces that make my creative process easy and fun. Whether I’m collaging, decorating a planner, or working on a messy mixed-media page, everything I love to use is here.
I love sewing. It is a passion of mine and an amazing creative outlet. I am completely self taught and I have had multiple Etsy shops through the years! This list is going to get you everything you need to get started with sewing and making your first beginner baby quilt!
my top recommendations as someone who has been learning to crochet for the last year! as a beginner, it has been really important for me to find the things that work and make learning easier.
Now of course as a psychic, I love using cards! There are so many I love to use and will even buy for myself in the future. Here are some decks that I use and will love to buy in the near future
Faith first, always. I use tarot and oracle cards for reflection, creative direction, and spiritual grounding. Some links may earn me a small commission at no extra cost to you. Save this list for later and share it with a tarot-curious friend. Explore decks from my collection, readers I enjoy, communities to check out, and tools I use or find interesting.
We cosy lovers are all about Autumn vibes but transitioning through seasons can be so enjoyable . Here are some ideas for late summer crafts to celebrate the change. Summer flower pressing that can be used for future craft activities in the winter months, and some kit for making fragrant cordials to enjoy spritzes and mocktails bringing a little summer light for the darker months.
If you grew up in the 90s or early 2000s, you already know… things just felt different.
This list is basically memories—PSP days, MySpace, Saturday morning cartoons, old restaurants, stores… all the stuff that made that era what it was.
Some of this you forgot about… until now.
To get that cosy autumn vibe you need things for different part of life! It can be food, activities, make up, just a little bit of everything so here’s my best picks for that mix.
A handpicked selection of my absolute favorite portrait drawing and painting supplies. Whether you’re working on realistic shading or expressive features, these are the reliable tools I reach for in every session.
Ink illustration can be divided into 3 large sections based on the tools used to do it, which are brush, pen, or chisel in the case of scratchboard. Here I have tried to give you the most basic tools, tutorials, and sources of inspiration
Scrolling past $80 macrame wall hangings on every home decor site made me angry enough to learn how to make them myself. If you've got empty walls, a tight budget, and zero craft experience, this is every supply and tool I actually used to go from watching YouTube tutorials to having a living room that looks like a boho Pinterest board. Most of this stuff costs less than a single latte, and I wish I'd started six months earlier instead of staring at blank walls.
I've been painting for the last 5 years and in that time I've found a lot of great items that make it possible and more efficient. Hope you like my suggestions! I mostly work with acrylic paints but sometimes expand to multi medium artworks as well. Canvas is my usual background but I've used traditional papers and wooden plaques too. As I expand my artistic experience, this list will expand as well. Please note all Amazon links are affiliate links where I earn a small commission.
Let's support some NON-Billionaire Jeffs this year for Halloween. Etsy is a treasure trove of unique fun Halloween activities! As a kid who wasn't allowed to celebrate Halloween I sure am making up for lost time!
If I can’t watch it for the first time - you can. I suggest you the best tv shows that are out there that really worth your attention and appreciation of the work people have put into developing them.
Nerdy gifts under $30 we are obsessed with: Star Wars and Leia tank tops, Disney and Pirates of the Caribbean tees, Harry Potter and Jurassic Park fandom gear, Pokemon decor, gaming mouse pads and movie night games.
If you've ever stared at a cart full of boring gifts the night before his birthday, knowing none of them feel personal enough, this is the fix. I started making DIY coupon books for my husband filled with massages, date nights, and breakfast in bed. Now it's his favorite gift every single time. Here's everything I use to make it look like I spent way more effort than I actually did.
Hauling everything into one big bucket and then spending twenty minutes on the porch sorting tomatoes from peppers — that was my entire summer last year. If you grow more than two things in your garden and dread the post-harvest chaos on your kitchen counter, this is the setup I landed on after way too much trial and error.
A collection of my favorite 500-1000 piece puzzles that have high quality pieces and were designed by real artists! These puzzles are perfect for people who like vibrant colors and quirky artwork. 🧩🖼️🎨🌈
As the owner of Two-Edged Sharpening LLC, I have found the following products and resources to be extremely useful in not only sharpening anything from knives, to scissors, to lawn and garden tools, and more, but also useful in learning how to sharpen period!
Looking for fun multiplayer games to play with friends on mobile, PC and Switch console? Here are some personal games I have tried, both chaotic, fun, and COMPETITIVE. These are more FUN with groups—perfect for game nights, Discord calls, or just killing boredom 🥳
A no-hype NFL research stack for bettors who want to test a claim before risking money. Start with the free 10-page sampler, then use the full historical Playbook to see what survived, weakened, and failed. Research only—no live picks, odds, or guarantees. I earn a commission if you buy through these links.
Navigating the art world online can give you countless opportunities to connect and be seen, and inspiration to create more work! It is also important to understand how to protect your work and intellectual property. This list can help you find a new artistic community, source of inspiration, method for protecting your work online, call for artists, or place to sell/ share your work and keep your creativity in motion.
Do you love Formula 1 and Nascar? This is your place to be! I try to include all the cool things about racing that we find in this list and I hope you love it as much as I do!
Yes it gets pretty hot here but having a thriving vegetable garden in Central Florida is possible. Here are some vegetables I was able to successfully grow and what it took to make my garden Successful.
My must-have tools for journaling and scrapbooking: pens, tapes, cutters, and adhesives that are affordable, easy to use, and perfect for beginners or seasoned creators alike.
A curated collection of fabrics, threads, tools, and accessories to make stitching easier and more enjoyable. From beginner-friendly kits to quality notions and handy storage, these picks keep your sewing projects smooth, creative, and well-equipped from start to finish.
If there’s a healthy version of screen time, I think these apps do it! They connect me with art, beauty, introspection, mindfulness, puzzling, and so many things that make life sweet.
Everything I use to create fun and easy projects on my circular knitting machines. 🧶 These tools and accessories make machine knitting faster, easier, and more enjoyable — perfect for beginners or lazy crafters like me!
a collection of tiny treasures, miniature decor, and little things that are somehow impossible to resist. from tiny furniture to miniature food and whimsical little finds, perfect for anyone who loves small things with big charm.
My brush pen calligraphy favorites! These are the brush pens, paper, and lettering supplies that I actually use every day. Whether you're just starting your lettering journey or looking to level up and improve your skills, here is where you'll find my best brush pen calligraphy supply recommendations that are genuinely worth your time.FYI, this contains affiliate links from which I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Recently fell down a tik tok coloring rabbit hole and these are a few of the things I've tried/loved or am really excited to add to my collection to work on!!
Everything you need for football tailgate essentials and the perfect game day party — from tailgate setup gear to cozy fall entertaining must-haves for watching at home. 🏈Some links may earn me a commission at no extra cost to you.
After 4+ years of crocheting, I’ve made my fair share of mistakes and also figured out what’s actually worth investing in. So this is a curated list of beginner essentials I genuinely recommend, everything here is something I use and have on my crochet desk. If you ever want more guidance, feel free to reach out on Instagram @cro.j.ed, I’m always happy to help :)) I’ll keep updating this list as I go, adding along the way!
Things that your can gift that special someone for them to do or for you to do together! My personal favorites are the craft sets, they let your inner child out and spark your creative side!
These are my favorite affordable art supplies for beginner and teen artists. Perfect for drawing, sketching, coloring, and creative projects. All of these tools are high quality but still budget-friendly, making them great for students and young creatives
As someone with a brain that never shuts off, I find hobbies to be a very calming & rewarding way to turn my brain off. I've decided that I'm becoming a hobby girl this fall & winter. Lots of cozy time at home, doing crafts & watching movies or listening to audiobooks & I can't wait. Who's joining me?
Something to shoot with, something to shoot on, and a place to edit from a Nikon girlie. A list of items I use every time I pick up my camera and the accessories I use to have a seamless workflow. For my intrigued hobbyists to my want to be business owners! These are my favorite photography items that i think are most helpful for beginners!
You know that moment at the bank, the restaurant, or the car dealership where you pat your pockets and realize you have nothing to sign with? Then you use some chewed-up pen chained to a counter like it's 1997. I got tired of that. This list is for people who carry a wallet, a phone, and not much else but still want a reliable pen on them at all times. Took me a year of buying tiny pens and compact writing tools to narrow it down, so save yourself the trouble.
Planning a birding trip to Lake Qarun and overwhelmed by what to bring? I showed up my first time with cheap binoculars and no sun protection, spent more time squinting than spotting. This is everything I wish someone had handed me a list of before that first visit. Whether you're flying in from Europe or road-tripping from Cairo, grab this stuff before you go.
These are the perfect gifts for your husband/boyfriend at any price range! These are things I have gotten my husband over the past several years that he loves and still uses
If your kitchen counter looks like a crime scene every time you pour candles and you keep losing wax down the side of whatever janky pot you've been using, this is the setup I landed on after way too much trial and error. Built for anyone making candles at home who's tired of wasting wax and scrubbing hardened drips off surfaces they care about. Took me about six months and a lot of sticky messes to lock this down so you don't have to.
These are shops that I have ordered from (or possibly bought from at a market if they are local) and feel I can vouch are actually good shops, run by real people.
Let’s slow down to enjoy the creative process with helpful tools. This list contains items I have in my art box!
I’m a beginner artist, over a year into it. I love the calmness of watercolor, actually any type of painting is calming for me. But watercolor is less physical than painting a room! 🤣 You might find a sprinkling of other types of paint in my list too!
Paper crafts and creating journals are mindful and relaxing as well, so I’ve included some of my favorites here too.
calling all ornament collectors! i know i'm not the only one who has so many ornaments she needs a bigger tree. ornaments are so special to my family and i, they can truly tell a story and bring back so many sentimental memories. having collected ornaments all throughout my life, collecting them is more than a seasonal activity to me and nothing stops me from picking some up all throughout the year. this list is a bit all over the place and still growing. my goal is to get to 100+. LET'S GO!