Arts & Crafts Gifts for Kids Teens (13–17)
Shopping for a teenage grandchild who loves arts and crafts? These 12 picks come straight from our gift-finder catalog — every one grandparent-tested, rated, and matched to this exact age and interest. The KiwiCo Monthly Subscription leads the list for a reason.
The Picks
KiwiCo Monthly Subscription
A new hands-on project arrives every month — curated by age and pitched perfectly. Gift that keeps giving.
Raina Telgemeier Graphic Novel Boxed Set
Smile, Drama, Sisters, Guts — the graphic novels that every middle-school girl reads. Beloved especially by 9-13 year olds.
eeBoo Art Puzzle
Beautifully illustrated puzzles with sustainable cardboard. Artwork stands alone — many kids frame the finished puzzle.
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils (72-count)
Real artist-grade colored pencils. For the 10+ kid who's outgrown Crayola and wants serious art supplies.
Crayola Twistables Colored Pencils
No sharpening ever needed, bright colors, survives backpacks and travel. The best stocking-sized art item for ages 4-14.
Klutz Friendship Bracelet Kit
Classic DIY bracelet-making kit. Threads, patterns, instructions — tweens spend hours on these.
Klutz Craft Kit (Assorted)
Real instructions, all materials included, produces something the child keeps. Pick by interest: friendship bracelets, origami, pom-poms, nail art.
Moleskine Classic Notebook
The journal for the teen who writes, sketches, or plans. A grown-up gift that signals 'your ideas matter.'
Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolor Set
Real artist-grade watercolors for the 10+ kid who's serious about painting. The starter set of choice.
Fujifilm Instax Mini Instant Camera
Film photography that develops instantly. Tweens and teens love the physical, share-able prints.
Brother CS7000X Sewing Machine
Real beginner sewing machine — 70 built-in stitches, kid-friendly once she's ready. Milestone gift for the 12+ crafter.
Klutz Sewing & Fabric Craft Kit
Hand-sewing projects for tweens who want to make things. Good starter kit before a real sewing machine.