After spending YEARS in the crafting world, I bring you all of my helpful tools that have made crafting SO much easier. It has taken me lots of searching and years to compile these awesome items and I'm excited to have one list for you to find it all! Let me know if you have any questions :)
I have always loved arts and & crafts but, up until recently, I really didn't consider myself “an artist”. After many years of stifling my own creativity while focusing on more practical things, I finally decided to rediscover my inner artist. One of my favorite ways to play with art is drawing and I created this list as a resource hub for anyone else who is maybe new and exploring the world of art for the first time or after a long hiatus like me.
Are you interested in painting but don’t want to spend a fortune getting started? This is list of a few essentials that you can use to start discovering the world of acrylic painting without breaking the bank.
tv shows (a lot of them are comfort shows) and movies and some descriptors of how they make me feel or specifics of why i like them. i tend to like lighthearted comedy, thrillers, psychology, paranormal, and crime tv. hopefully i've accurately included where they're currently streaming too!
This is my curated collection of must-have knives, featuring a mix of highly versatile folding knives (folders) for everyday carry (EDC) and robust, dependable fixed blade (Fixies) knives for outdoor adventures and tougher tasks.
Gone, but not forgotten—these are obscure tv shows and series that I very much enjoyed and wished they had continued to run for as long as Grey's Anatomy!Disclosures: This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
I am a crochet craft fair vendor and when I first started, I had no idea what I would need! Here are some of the essentials that you will need if you want to set up a booth at a craft market.
When I need a break from my phone, I love spending time relaxing with hobbies like coloring, reading and puzzles! I hope you are able to find something on this list you can use as a relaxing outlet! I have linked some specific favorites of mine below <3
It's like the Derby of fall: a time for peeps of all ages to celebrate and attend festivals without the complications of holidays. 😁 Also a fun classroom topic of study for Germany/etc.
This is one of my favorite passions to do if I get any free time I'm gonna to be making jewelry! 💖 I love finding new charms to add to my collection and also love to learn how to make new designs and accessories!😊
BTS is starting their ARIRANG Tour! here's my recommendation items based on my experience attending SUGA's D-Day Tour and j-hope's Hope On The Stage Tour
I’ve been a Swiftie since 2008 and my vinyl collection has definitely grown! Every year I get a new one and have all these hung up on my wall so TRUST me these are the best recs 🤍🫶
I have a sewing business and have been sewing for about 50 years. These are some of the ways I organize supplies and notions. (This list may contain affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you.)
The summers I spent watching series were unhealthy. These are the ones I stayed a little longer, and by "little", I mean, for the whole series in one day, are all here. Tell me which ones are / were worth it for you or not.
Some new games for your next game night that I recommend! Some of these are childhood games, some are games I’ve discovered recently, but I love them all!
I'm passionate about all kinds of puzzles—if I can get my hands on it, I’ll try to solve it! I'm always looking to grow my puzzle collection, and your support means the world. Thanks, and enjoy the journey!
New England is legendary for it's amazing antiques. If you yearn for all things yesteryear, you've come to the right place. While the general consensus is that antiquing gets better the further you get from the city of Portland, there are some great spots for those looking to stick close for whatever reason.
As a newborn and portrait photographer, here is the kit I use in my home studio. These are the things I use daily and could’ve be without in my sessions.
This is my go to Japanese stationery and products I use for all of my traditional art, drawing and journal writing that’s high quality, have thoughtful details and well crafted.
Here are some cute unconventional valentine's gifts for the man in your life. Doesn't matter if you looking for something practical or something silly or something sexy! All the ideas are here.
Whether you’re just starting your faith journaling journey or looking to refresh your toolkit, this list has all the must-haves to bring scripture to life. From vibrant pens and highlighters that won’t bleed through thin Bible pages, to stickers, washi tape, and tabs for creative expression, these essentials will help you dive deeper into the Word while expressing your faith in a beautiful, personal way. Perfect for quiet time, study sessions, or creative worship!
Whether as a vendor as attendee I've been to quite a few craft fairs in my time. This list has ones in the area that are a big fun day out if you don't already know about them then make sure to add a spot on your dance card.
That west-facing yard looked amazing on the listing — until July hit and every tomato plant I owned turned into a crispy brown stick by 4pm. If you've watched your garden wilt in real-time while you're stuck at work, this is the gear and setup that finally let me grow actual food and flowers despite six straight hours of scorching afternoon sun. Took me two failed summers to figure this out so you don't have to.
I can watch these TV shows over and over again! Sometimes I feel like watching a romance or a comedy or a thriller. Here's a list with a good mix of them all!
These are my favorite journaling supplies! I like to use the softcovers for my junk journaling, and I like hardcovers for writing-style journaling! I will add to this list as I gather more favorites that are tried and tested!
I don't like winter much as I don't like being cold. There is one thing I enjoy about winter and that's cuddling up with some warm blanket. Some snacks and good movies to watch. The golden oldies and animation is my genre.
Tarot reading can be overwhelming sometimes! That’s why I created this little list for you to buy whimsical af tarot decks that are perfect for your current level. I have personally owned and worked with all of these decks before!
All shows I have seen and would recommend. Your fun, fast guide to must-watch theatre shows—discover dazzling dramas, musicals, and comedies lighting up the stage! 🎭✨
I have this playlist I’ve been creating called Songs I Never Listened to from Every Playlist I’ve Ever Created. It has over 2.7k songs on it right now, a culmination on all of my 13 years on Spotify. I shuffle that playlist and then pick the first 10 songs that come up and listen to them at least 3 times and decide their fate. Here’s the one for today:
I was born in 1979 - so all things '80s, even early '90s get me right in the heart and I want them all. I thought it could be fun to compile those finds right in this list. Care Bears, Rainbow Brite, Strawberry Shortcake, anyone? - What else can I find for an adult lover of the 80s?
My go-to journaling supplies and accessories, including stickers, sticker books, pens, markers, washi tape, journals, and storage. Best for junk journaling, art journaling, planners, memory keeping, and cozy creative pages.
My handwriting looked like a doctor's prescription after years of only typing. I started printing one worksheet page per letter each morning during coffee, and within a month people actually complimented my penmanship. If you're someone who wants to slow down, practice a real skill, and stop being embarrassed when you have to write a birthday card, this lineup covers everything I use and recommend before you waste money on random printables that don't actually help.
Wanting to learn how to book bind your favoite fanfic? This list is for you! Everything you need to get started in book binding 101. Remember, you can bind fanfic for free but you cannot sell for profit.
Dull scissors chewing through fabric instead of cutting it — yanking threads, leaving jagged edges, making you dread every single cut. If you've rage-quit a sewing project because your blades wouldn't cooperate, this is the lineup I've built over years of quilting and garment sewing. Took me a lot of wasted money and mangled fabric to land on these.
2025 was a banger of a year for excellent video game experiences. And it wasn’t even the big name companies you’d expect to see. There were so many pleasant surprises, it really felt like a special year.
I, and quite a few buddies, have created this curated selection of the best games of 2025 you need to play at some point. Whether it be RPG’ing it up in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (my personal GOTY), chilling with Powerwash Simulator 2 or partying and dodging through Khazan: The First Berserker, check out this list.
Also, keep in mind, I typically try to put places other than Amazon for these video game deals (they’re usually cheaper or on some sort of sal in comparison) but I cannot guarantee the link provided is the current lowest price.
I’ve tried placing everything in order for what you’ll need for terrarium making. From the start with the background, to the drainage and substrate, and ending with the little odds and ends of everything you might need
I'm Suomii, an Italian artist based in sunny Bari, Southern Italy. Every piece in this spring collection is hand-painted with real brushstrokes and textures, inspired by the blooming landscapes of Italy — cherry blossoms, wildflower fields and serene spring landscapes. Designed to turn your TV into a living aesthetic. Watch free on YouTube or grab an instant digital download from my Etsy shop.
Saturday mornings used to mean doomscrolling in bed until noon — now I actually look forward to getting up because there's dirt to dig in and seeds to fuss over. If you're someone who craves a slower pace but needs a reason to put the phone down and step outside, this lineup of handmade gardening kits gave me that reason. Took me two seasons of trial and error so you can skip straight to the good stuff.
Loose pages shoved in a backpack, crumpled corners, and the weekly panic of ‘where’s my song?' before piano lessons. If your kid's sheet music situation looks like a paper tornado hit it, this is the system I built piece by piece. Everything here is what actually survived a full school year of weekly lessons, recitals, and practice sessions. Grab what you need before fall lessons start back up.
If you are those who believe stationery should be cute and functional, this list is for you! ✏️ 🩷I've gathered the cutest must-have stationery just for you! Why have plain boring tools in your space when you can have an adorable set of pens, pencils, sketchbooks, and more! For anyone who is journaling, sketching, or just collecting pretty supplies (like me)
You know that friend who always knows exactly what to get? That became me by accident — I started giving weirdly specific gifts that people actually used, and suddenly every group chat ping was someone asking what to buy their mom, their partner, their impossible-to-shop-for coworker. Took me years of hits and misses to build this list, so steal it before the next birthday sneaks up on you.
I spent almost 10 years with a dedicated PC gamer and sci-fi geek, and every birthday, Christmas, or Valentine's day that rolled around, I always spent hours and sometimes days searching for just the right thing to make him smile. If the man in your life is a gamer or classic sci-fi nerd, these gifts are sure to please. It's my personal curated collection of fun fantasy roleplaying games, unique space and science-themed decor, and gamer sci-fi-inspired clothing. Many of these things I've enjoyed having for myself, and I'm not nearly as into space stuff.
Streaky acrylics wasted three of my canvases last month. I kept layering coat after coat, watching colors go muddy, and wondering why my paintings looked like a toddler's finger-painting session. If you're tired of buying cheap paint that takes four passes to look solid, this is every product that actually performed the first time. Took me weeks of testing so you can skip straight to the good stuff.
In this list ill have different sections for every age (for example kids, parents, friends)
and also for Christmas
started it little early to avoid headaches
Okay so this is a small fandom and whenever I am looking for some merch, I have to search a lot, so I want this to be a space where the fans can find the best and all kinds of skipbeat merch, yayy!!
I’m qualified to give these recs because I’ve painted tons of custom banners for clients, from parties to classrooms and special events. Over the years, I’ve tested all kinds of tools, paints, and surfaces to figure out what actually works for clean lines, vibrant colors, and professional results. My recommendations come from real hands-on experience, so you can trust they’ll make your banner projects easier, faster, and more polished.
My brother passed away unexpectedly at 62. With that I decided it was time to make sure that I thought of others as much as possible. Send those cards on important dates or just because. Send a little thinking of you gift. Just make sure to make the time and effort for others to know you love them and are thinking of them. Because you never know.
for all my spiritual witchy girlies out there, these are my favorite apps for aligning with your higher consciousness and elevate your frequency 🕯️ 🧘✨🔮
Whether you're a Debut Swifty, a Fearless, proud long-living Swifty, you wanna Speak Now about your Red hot obsession, maybe you were born in 1989 or share her Reputation. Maybe you're a Lover of all her Folklore tales and songwriting so you will for-Evermore be listening to her music long after Midnights…Or you're like me and SO excited for Tortured Poets Department (just went straight for it on that one lol) whatever it is…these are the coolest, most unique, fun Taylor Swift finds for my fellow Swifty babes!
I love these Disney-inspired cross stitch patterns—they’re full of magic, nostalgia, and a little everyday joy. From iconic characters to dreamy castle vibes, these are such fun and comforting pieces to stitch.
Lego sets that I love, had fun building and are great display pieces to have for your collection! This list includes sets heavy in the Harry Potter world, marvel, botanical, and smaller sets
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!
I am a HUGE movie lover, I watched so many movies, bad ones, good ones and incredible ones, here’s a handpicked list of movies/series that each bring something unique to the screen—whether it's gripping storytelling or unforgettable characters💯✨
Halloween is such a vibe. Between dressing up, dressing your pups up to eating all the treats, it's something I look forward to every year. Especially having another toddler to be able to enjoy all the extras with. It's because of him my love has come back
Fall is the perfect time of the year to put on your favorite comfort movie, wear sweats and a hoodie all day long, and of course to learn a new hobby. Doom scrolling? Ugh as if! We're healing our dopamine levels babes
Funny gifts that will make you the hit of the office party or a family favorite. Gag gifts for all ages, some are NSFW but... maybe they are? Gotta love a rebel.
The gifts people remember are never the most expensive ones - they are the ones that prove you were paying attention. This is my running list of thoughtful gifts: personalized pieces, little luxuries matched to the person, and keepsakes that turn a gift into a moment. Steal these for birthdays, thank-yous, hosts, and just-because days.
Champagne taste, sparkling-water budget- these are some of my favorite luxe-looking finds under $25 that feel way more expensive than they are. Because we don't do basic even on a budget.
I forced my husband to make a list of things he would want or does want and now i’m sharing it with you all so you can get the man in your life things he actually wants this year!!!
Whether you're rolling the dice, strategizing your next big move, or reminiscing over childhood favorites, this list is packed with board game classics and fun for everyone! From Monopoly, Clue, and Scrabble to Candyland, Mouse Trap, and Operation, this list has it all! Also, read about the benefits of board games for kids and adults—even seniors.
Miniverse is an amazing brand; but I’ve always been obsessed with miniature scale items. Here’s some other collectibles. And the shelves I do/would ideally like to use to store and display them.
Listen, if you hoard cool receipts, stickers, and random paper scraps because they might be useful one day—welcome home. Junk journaling is the perfect excuse to turn all that “trash” into gold. If you don't know where to start, you've made it the right place with some of my favorite journaling essentials.
The photo survived. The names on the back did not. These free guides help you care for family photographs, make useful digital copies and record the stories while someone still remembers them. Start with one small group, keep the originals, and separate preservation from display. Includes help for inherited prints and photos on phones. These are researched resources; reading is free, while equipment, storage and professional conservation may cost extra.
Best lighting options to make your booth shine - literally! This list includes reliable, easy-to-set-up lighting for both indoor and outdoor craft fairs. From portable LED spotlights to string lights, these picks help showcase your handmade products beautifully while keeping setup simple and affordable. Perfect for creating a warm, inviting display that attracts customers day or night.
Here is a sampling of what is currently in my Etsy favorites list. This is a mix of digital charts you would then paint onto canvas yourself and hand-painted canvas options. So really a nice range of price points since needlepoint can be such an expensive hobby. I like to do a mix of projects I paint myself and canvases I pick up on Etsy or at a local needlepoint store(LNS). I've purchased some of these but the rest are on my never-ending future project list!
i work in education, so i am always taking notes, writing in my planner, or copying down data. here’s a list of my go to writing utensils that help keep me organized and help my writing look as perfect as possible.
Streaming services are getting SO expensive, and these companies are using our money to harm others. I deleted all my streaming services, and I'm starting a DVD collection!! Here are some of the ones I have or am going to get. These could be a good start for you too!
Crafting has always had hold on me in one way or another. I started crocheting when I was 14 yrs old and started macrame in 2021. People see my work and think im creative--->I disagree because I cannot easily develop a pattern. But I can follow one really well!
Showing your art? Don't forget these! I put
together a list of everything that's made my
shows way easier (and more impressive). From setup hacks to small details that make a big difference, these are the real ones you'll want on hand.
I am a Cricut owner and teacher of Cricut Design Space. Cricut takes a lot of space and materials. Here are some of my favorites along with great creative ideas.
Picking something to watch is one of our generations worst nightmares (IYKYK) ... SO this list has all my favorite movies and shows that I find myself rewatching. Whether you're looking for an animated gem, a good cry, a great sound track, or a good storyline - this is THE list! Let me know your favorites in the comments & check out my other lists if you're looking for other things to do at home. I have a huge ‘date night’ list that has a ton of ideas for staying home (and going out) activities! Please reach out if you have any feedback. I'd love to hear from you!