Give them something to make, build or play. Explore nine book gifts for drawing, baking, crochet, family brick-building, tabletop gaming, embroidery, origami and gardening.
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15-minute Art Drawing
Short drawing sessions for someone who wants to make more time for art. By Jessica Smith.
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Lego with Dad
Brick-building projects for parents and children to explore together. By Warren Nash. Bricks are not included in this book recommendation.
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Easy Crochet for Kids
A creative gift for children aged seven and over, with 35 crochet projects. By Claire Montgomerie. Craft materials are separate.
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The Game Master's Book of Adventures on Demand
Adventure ideas and storytelling tools for a tabletop role-playing game host. By Ben Egloff. Check the current edition and availability.
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Lazy Baking
Sweet and savoury baking inspiration for someone who enjoys relaxed time in the kitchen. By Jessica Elliott Dennison.
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National Trust: Nature Origami
Nature-inspired paper-folding projects by Clover Robin. A thoughtful book gift for someone who enjoys making things by hand. Check the current edition and included papers.
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Paint with Thread: Through the Seasons
Seasonal embroidery projects by Emillie Ferris, with illustrated guidance for stitching nature-inspired designs. This is a book; embroidery materials are separate.
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You Will Be Able to Paint with Watercolour by the End of This Book
A beginner-friendly watercolour guide by Harriet de Winton, with projects to help build confidence. Paints, brushes and paper are separate.
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RHS How to Garden When You’re New to Gardening
A practical DK guide for a budding gardener, covering the basics of choosing plants and getting started. A useful gift to pair with time in the garden.
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