Sew Cute Plush Animals with DIY Fluffies Kits!

If you love sewing, you won't want to miss our new selection of plush animal sewing kits.  They're creative Stuffed Animal Sewing Patterns & Fabric Kits from DIY Fluffies.  These ready to sew kits make it easy to sew your own plush animals & soft toys at home.

You'll find them in the Sewing Project Kits section of the store!

The Owl Plush Animal Sewing Kit is ideal for beginners.  Simple pattern pieces & easy sewing construction makes it an ideal starter kit for learning how to sew stuffed animals.

This easy sewing kit includes all the cotton fabrics and felt pieces you need to sew one plush owl toy.

DIY Fluffies kits also include full size paper pattern pieces and a detailed sewing tutorial.

Your completed Owl Plush toy will be approx. 12" x 12".  Reuse the pattern to make additional plush owls for family & friends.

The Rhino Plush Animal Sewing Kit is an intermediate level project recommended for experienced stuffed animal crafters.


Kit includes fabric & felt pieces, eyes, paper patterns, and detailed instructions. Your finished Rhino Plush toy will be approx. 16".

You'll need a few basic sewing supplies to complete your stuffed animal project, including scissors, pins, needle, and thread.

You'll also need a sewing machine & polyester fiberfill for stuffing.

Sewing your own plush toys is easy with ready to sew pattern & fabric kits that help you get started.  These creative & unique plush animals are perfect for handmade gift giving!

Visit the Sewing Project Kits section of the store to see our complete selection of sewing projects with patterns & kits to make your own plush animals, soft toys, aprons, handbags & more.

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for beginners and experienced crafters.  Stop by today and be ready to start a sewing project on your next Weekend at Home!

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Felt Christmas Stockings - Handmade Holiday Fun!

We're adding to our selection of Felt Christmas Stocking Kits with three new creative stocking designs from Bucilla.  The common theme for Christmas 2012 is action-filled holiday fun, with the Snowman Games, Dropping In & Christmas Stars felt stocking kits.

Surprise a child this year with a beautiful handmade felt Christmas stockings – personalized just for them!  You'll find these kits along with our complete collection in the Christmas Stocking Kits section.

Snowman Games Felt Stocking Kit

Bucilla Felt Stocking Kits include stamped felts, cotton floss, sequins & beads, needles, and step-by-step instructions.

You'll need some basic craft supplies on hand to complete your felt stocking project, including precision-cut scissors for cutting out the applique shapes and polyester fiberfill for adding dimension.

Dropping In Felt Stocking Kit

If you're new to making felt applique stockings, you may find this previous post helpful – Felt Christmas Stocking Kits - Handmade Keepsakes.  It includes best practices, hints, and tips from my experiences making Bucilla felt stockings for my daughters.

Christmas Stars Felt Stocking Kit

Visit the Christmas Craft Kits section for details on our new felt stocking kits and to see our complete selection of creative holiday craft kits, including ornament kits, tree skirt kits, quilt kits & more!

Weekend Kits offers a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Our goal is to help make crafting easy & fun for beginners & all skill levels.  Stop by today and be ready to start crafting for the holidays on your next Weekend at Home!

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Quilt Kits - Simple Quilting Patterns for Beginners

We have a new selection of easy to make quilt kits to share with you today.  The Simple Quilts - DIY Quilt Kits from Fabric Editions feature modern fabrics & simple quilting patterns for beginners.

Coordinated designer fabrics and easy quilt construction make these creative quilt kits a convenient time-saving option for busy quilters.

You'll find them in the Lap Quilt Kits section of the store!

Paloma Quilt Kit

Simple Quilts do-it-yourself quilt kits include premium quality 100% cotton fabrics and step-by-step quilt making instructions.

Kit includes fabric pieces for the quilt top, backing, and binding – there are 6 half-yard fabric pieces for the quilt top and a 3 yard piece for the backing & binding.

This finished size of the quilt is perfect for use as a lap blanket, decorative throw, or accent quilt.

Deco Bird Quilt Kit

Here's a list of basic sewing & quilting supplies you'll need to complete your lap quilt project.

• Sewing Machine
• Iron & Board
• Rotary Cutting Tools
• Machine Quilting Thread
• Quilting Pins
• Basting Pins
• Scissors

You'll also need a layer of batting that is approx. 2-3 inches larger than the quilt top in each direction.

Trendy Quilt Kit

Instructions take you step-by-step through the quilt making process, including steps for cutting the fabrics, sewing the top, layering the quilt, quilting, and binding.

Beginner quilters may find our Baby Quilt tutorial series helpful, where each of the steps are explained in further detail.

Simple Quilts quilt kits have simply pieced quilt patterns, perfect for beginners or for teaching older teens & adults how to quilt.

Quilting is a relaxing & rewarding hobby.  It's a great way to relieve the stress of the work week while making something beautiful for your home.  Visit the Quilt Kits section to see our complete selection of quilt kits, including lap quilts, baby quilts, wall quilts & more!

Weekend Kits specializes in Creative Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Explore our unique collection of kits for beginners and all skill levels.  Stop by today and be ready to start quilting on your next Weekend at Home.

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Express Yourself! Creative Art Kits for Beginners

Get ready to Express Yourself! with Creative Art Kits for beginners. Our newest selection makes it easy to explore a variety of art media, forms, and techniques.  These introductory art kits include everything a beginner needs to get started, including quality art supplies, tools, and instruction.

You'll find them in the Paint & Draw Art Kits section of the store!

Create beautiful art collages with the Mixed Media & Collage Kit, a 40 piece art set from Faber-Castell.

Kit includes watercolor pencils, stamper's big brush pen, artist pen, metallic gelato stick, clear stamp, pencil sharpener, gesso, craft glue, assorted clipart & design papers, greyboard surfaces, foam brush, mesh, lace, and instructions.

Enough supplies to make 7 mixed media art collages plus more!

Learn mixed media techniques you can apply to a variety of creative projects, including card making, memory crafts, and DIY home decor.  A fun art & craft gift giving idea for adults & older teens.

The Creative Journaling Kit from Faber-Castell includes illustration board pages, assorted clipart & design papers, watercolor pencils, a paintbrush, artist pens, graphite pencil, eraser, sharpener, gesso, craft glue, split ring clips, and illustrated instruction cards.

Create a lasting journal that combines your personal writing with visual art expression.  Kit contents are nicely presented in a reusable art storage box.  A creative art set for adults & teens age 15 & older.

Learn to draw & illustrate your own manga art with the Drawing Manga Kit from Walter Foster.

This beginner drawing kit includes a project book, drawing pencil, black marker, colored markers, burnisher, screentones, sharpener, eraser, and drawing paper.

The project book provides detailed illustrations and instructions for drawing popular manga characters.

Learn drawing techniques for shading, inking, coloring & more!  A complete manga art set for teens & adults.

Visit the Paint & Draw Art Kits section for all the details on these kits and to see our complete selection of creative art kits for beginners & aspiring artists of all ages.

Weekend Kits specializes in Art & Craft Kits across a variety of craft & hobby categories.  Our goal is to offer a unique collection of DIY project kits that help make crafting convenient, easy & fun. Stop by today and be ready for your next creative Weekend at Home!

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Christmas Crafts – Handmade Felt Ornament Kits

We're starting to see all new Christmas Crafts arriving in the store.  Bright colors & fun themes highlight this year's creative ornament collection.  Here's a new selection of handmade Felt Christmas Ornament Kits you won't want to miss.

The Sweet Treat Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit from Dimensions includes precut felt pieces, presorted cotton thread, cording, stuffing, needle, and instructions.  Everything you need to make three sweet treat themed felt ornaments!

This is a fun felt craft project for beginners & experienced crafters. The felt pieces are precut and prepunched with holes for easy assembly.  Perfect for handmade Christmas crafting with kids!

The Simple Cheer Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit from Dimensions includes precut felt pieces, presorted thread, cording, stuffing, needle, and instructions.  I really like the fanciful look & colors of these retro inspired felt ornaments. They remind me of something you might see in How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss.

Handmade felt ornaments last throughout the years and bring back fun memories of holiday crafting.  Use finished felt ornaments to trim a Christmas tree, embellish a wreath, or decorate gifts!

Starting your ornament craft projects now is a great way to get a head start on the busy holiday season.

The Christmas Stars Felt Ornaments Kit from Bucilla includes stamped felts, cotton floss, sequins & beads, needles, and instructions.

Bucilla felt kits usually require more precision cutting, detailed embroidery & embellishments.

While they do take more time to create, the end result is amazing! Your finished felt ornaments will be treasured holiday keepsakes.

You'll find all the details on these kits and see our complete selection in the Christmas Craft Kits section.

Visit Weekend Kits for a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for the holidays and everyday!

Stop by today and be ready to make handmade felt ornaments on your next Weekend at Home!

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Painting Kits for Beginners - Complete Art Sets

We're adding to our selection of Painting Kits for Beginners with complete art sets from Walter Foster.  These new painting kits introduce aspiring artists to a variety of art media & techniques.

They're creative art kits with quality materials & comprehensive instructions for beginners – ideal art starter kits for teens & adults.

You'll find them in the Paint & Draw Art Kits section of the store!

The Acrylic Painting Kit includes a 32-page project book, acrylic paints, paintbrushes, mixing palette, and art paper.

It's a complete set of art materials & instructions for getting started. Everything a beginner needs to learn how to paint with acrylics!

The project book includes detailed illustrations & step-by-step lessons for a variety of painting projects.

The Watercolor Painting Kit includes a project book for beginners, watercolor paints, paintbrushes, mixing palette, sketching pencil, and art paper.

The instruction book includes watercolor painting basics, with helpful information on tools, materials, and color mixing.

You'll learn watercolor painting skills and apply them to the project lessons included in the book.

The Chinese Brush Painting Kit includes a project book, watercolor paints, Chinese paintbrushes, ink stick & stone, ceramic palette, and art paper.

Learn to create Chinese brush paintings, including animals, flowers, landscapes, and more.

Kit contents are nicely presented inside a hardcover case.  An ideal art gift giving idea!

Visit the art kits section of the store for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of Beginner Painting Kits for adults, teens, and kids.

Weekend Kits specializes in Creative Art & Craft Kits for all ages & skill levels. You'll find a unique selection of DIY craft kits from well known brands as well as independent artists.  Stop by today and be ready to create a work of art on your next weekend at home.

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Easy Card Making Kits for Everyday Occasions!

We're adding to our selection of easy Card Making Kits with a variety of card kits for everyday greetings and special occasions. They're complete card making kits with everything you need to make creative card designs for family and friends.

Easy for beginners & fun for experienced paper crafters too.  You'll find them in the Card Making Kits section of the store!

The Alora Card Kit is an everyday card making kit from Bo Bunny.

Kit includes die-cut cards, envelopes, assorted die-cut elements, adhesive chipboard elements, rub-on sheet, and card making instructions.

Cards can be customized for a variety of special occasions & events by using the rub-on sheet with 18 optional greetings.

Enough materials to make 8 beautiful handmade cards for everyday occasions!

The Birthday Boy Card Kit is a birthday card making kit from Ruby Rock-It.  This is a fun card kit for kids to make handmade birthday cards for friends.

Kit includes coordinated cards, envelopes, envelope seals, buttons, die-cuts, and ribbons.

Assemble cards according to pre-designed layout samples or create your own card designs. Makes 4 unique birthday cards for kids.

The Pop Up Card Making Kit from Flower Soft features nostalgic childhood images by artist Mabel Lucie Attwell.

Learn how to make 3D pop up cards with this complete kit that includes everything you need!

Kit includes 6 envelopes, 6 outer card & 3D designs, 6 pop up insert designs, 3D foam adhesive pads and full color instructions.

Customize with plenty of optional sentiments, including thank you, happy birthday, thinking of you, and more.

Card making is an easy paper craft for beginners just getting started.  You only need scissors and glue to start making you own handmade greeting cards at home.

Visit the Card Making Kits section for details on these kits and to see our growing selection of greeting card kits for everyday occasions.

Weekend Kits offers a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens & kids. Stop by today and be ready to make handmade greeting cards on your next Weekend at Home.

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DIY Sewing Kits - Sew a Designer Fabric Handbag!

Here's a new collection of DIY Sewing Kits that make it easy & fun to sew your own handbag using designer fabrics.  They're from the My Mind's Eye collection of See Me Sew fabric panel sewing kits.

These ready to sew kits are a convenient option for busy crafters. Choose from 3 styles of handbags, including a messenger bag, ruffle bag, and tote bag.  Each style offers a choice of colors too.

You'll find them in the Sewing Project Kits section of the store!

Blue Plaid Messenger Bag -
DIY Sewing Kit

See Me Sew Kits from My Mind's Eye include a 100% cotton fabric panel, embellishments, and step-by-step sewing instructions.

Designer fabric pattern pieces are preprinted on the fabric panel. Pattern labels are included on the panel to help you keep all of your fabric pieces organized as you sew.

You'll cut the pattern pieces from the panel and sew them together following the complete instructions printed on the inside of the box.

Blue Ruffle Handbag -
DIY Sewing Kit

The My Mind's Eye website provides helpful Sewing Kit videos, showing each step of the sewing process for all 3 handbag styles.

You'll need a sewing machine & basic sewing supplies to complete your handbag sewing project.

Recommended sewing supplies:

• Sewing Machine
• Iron & Ironing Board
• Sewing Scissors
• Sewing Pins
• Hand Needle
• Thread

Pink Finch Tote Bag -
DIY Sewing Kit

Fabric panel kits are a fun weekend sewing project for experienced crafters to make a quick & easy handbag using designer fabrics.

Simple pattern shapes and basic sewing construction make these creative ready to sew kits a great option for beginners too.

Visit the Sewing Project Kits section of the store for details and to see our complete selection of these fun & fabulous handbag sewing kits!

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of Creative Art & Craft Kits across a variety of crafting categories, including sewing, quilting, embroidery, and more.

Stop by today and be ready to sew a stylish designer handbag on your next Weekend at Home.  Thanks for visiting!

Earring Kits - Bead Stitching for Beginners!

You won't want to miss our newest selection of beaded jewelry making kits from BeadSphere.  They're complete Earring Kits with everything you need to make a pair of beautiful beaded earrings.

You'll find them in the Jewelry Making Kits section of the store!

The Light Blue - Small Brick Stitch Earring Kit includes Miyuki beads, sterling silver ear wires, NYMO beading thread, beading needles, and step-by-step instructions.

BeadSphere earring making kits include detailed written guidance and easy-to-follow color diagrams for each step in the process.

Each kit includes enough presorted beads & findings to complete one pair of 2-1/2 inch long earrings.

The Soft Pink - Small Brick Stitch Earring Kit is an easy jewelry kit for beginners.  Perfect for learning basic bead stitching techniques.

Handmade earrings are a creative gift giving idea for birthdays and holidays.  Surprise friends & family with beaded earrings made by you!

These easy earring kits are a fun jewelry making project to do with a group of friends.  An ideal jewelry craft idea for adults & older teens.

Visit the Jewelry Making Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of jewelry kits for beginners, including kits for making necklaces, bracelets, and earrings!

Weekend Kits offers a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Stop by today and be ready to make beautiful beaded earrings on your next Weekend at Home.

Baby Quilt Kit Plus Notions Package Giveaway!

The May Giveaway Day event has ended - be sure to check back for future giveaways from Weekend Kits!

Giveaway Results: 

The winner of the May Giveaway Day prize from Weekend Kits is CarrieM. Congratulations! Please Contact Us with your shipping info and we'll have your prize out to you right away.



Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway.  Please stop by now & then for updates on new product arrivals, promotions, and to hear about our next Creative Craft Kit giveaway.

Original Post:

Weekend Kits is participating in the May Giveaway Day event at Sew Mama Sew!  One lucky winner will be randomly selected to win a Baby Quilt Kit Plus Notions Package from our store.



The winner will receive ALL of the following items:

• Ducky Fun Cuddly Quilt Kit
• Warm & White Cotton Batting
• YLI Cotton Quilting Thread in White
• Package Dritz Quilting Pins
• Package Dritz Curved Basting Pins

Cuddly Quilt Kits include coordinated fabric pieces for the quilt top and backing.  Simply pieced designs make them an easy quilt kit for beginners or a quick weekend project for experienced quilters.

In addition to the Ducky Fun baby quilt kit, the winner will receive a quilting notions package, including cotton batting, quilting thread, quilting pins, and curved basting pins.

It's OK if you're a beginner quilter, our Baby Quilt Tutorial series will help you through all the steps of making one of these soft quilted blankets for baby.  You'll find our complete selection of baby & kid themed quilt kits in the Baby Quilt Kits section of the store!

How to Enter:

Just leave a comment here telling us about your favorite kit or kit category at Weekend Kits.

It's not required, but just wanted to let you know, if you haven't joined us on our Facebook page, we'd love to meet you there.  Once there, click the "Like" button at the top of the page, and we'll always keep you updated on new product arrivals, promotions & giveaways!

Giveaway Details:

- You have until Friday, May 25 at 5:00 p.m. (PDT) to enter.
- One winner will be chosen using Random.org's number generator.
- Open to US shipping addresses only.
- You must be 18 years or older to enter.

How to Claim Prize:

The winner will be announced here on Saturday, May 26.  If you include email info in your profile or within your comment, we'll send you an email if you win.  If no email info is provided, you'll need to check back here to see if you won.

Winners will have 3 days to Contact Us with their shipping info to claim their prize.  If not claimed within 3 days, a new winner will be drawn.  Giveaway updates are always posted on our Facebook page, so if you've joined us there, you're set.

Visit the Sew Mama Sew! Blog to enter a variety of creative giveaways from other stores participating in May Giveaway Day at Sew Mama Sew!

Weekend Kits offers a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens and kids.  Thanks for visiting!

Hand Embroidery Kits – Easy Fabric Applique!

The new Fabric Applique Kits from Dimensions feature colorful designs and happy expressions.  They're easy embroidery kits for beginners and fun for experienced stitchers too.  These kits include everything you need to create a beautiful embroidered picture to enjoy in your home or give as a special handmade gift to a friend.

You'll find them in the Hand Embroidery Kits section of the store!

Live Happily

These hand embroidery kits includes preprinted 100% cotton fabric, presorted cotton thread, needle, and easy instructions.

The foundation fabric is preprinted with the background image and ready to stitch. Instructions guide you through the applique process.

Simply apply the printed fabric pieces to the background using decorative embroidery stitches.

It's easy to enhance your fabric applique by applying your own creative stitches and embellishments. Add sparkly thread, colorful buttons, charms, ribbon, and more!

Love Generously

They're an easy embroidery project for beginners to have fun creating a colorful fabric applique picture.

These kits are also a great way to teach basic hand embroidery skills to children and teens.

The finished size of your embroidered art will be 8" x 10", a convenient size for framing.

The happy expressions added to each design make them perfect for handmade gift giving!

Laugh Daily

Hand embroidery is a relaxing craft that is easy to do while watching your favorite television show.

Visit the Embroidery Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of creative embroidery kits for all skill levels, including crewel embroidery kits, cross stitch kits, and more!

Weekend Kits offers a wide selection of Creative Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.

Stop by today and be ready to create hand embroidered art on your next Weekend at Home.  Thanks for visiting the Weekend Kits blog!

Klutz Kits for Crafty Kids & Teens

Looking for creative outlets for kids & teens?  Here are three popular Klutz Kits for Crafty Kids & Teens you won't want to miss. Filled with everything kids need to start learning & creating, Klutz craft kits are perfect for weekend & summer craft time.  You'll find them in the Klutz Craft Kits section of the store!

The Klutz Paper Beads Kit is a fun jewelry making kit for kids & teens to learn how to make beautiful beads from strips of paper.

The paper beads book makes it easy with step-by-step instructions & diagrams showing how to make your own colorful paper beads.

Kit includes the paper beads book, precut paper strips, bead winding tool, glass accent beads, stretchy cord, bead glaze, bead drying pedestal & toothpicks.

After making your paper beads, you'll turn them into fun pieces of jewelry wear & share!

The Klutz Paper Fashions Kit is a creative craft kit for kids & teens to design and create their own paper fashion outfits & accessories.

Kit includes the paper fashions book, patterned & solid papers, easy-to-use outfit stencils, beads & gems, sequins, ribbon & trim, glue, and teeny tiny hangers.

The 60-page paper fashions book provides clear instructions, detailed diagrams, and plenty of inspiration for making and embellishing your own paper fashion styles!

A good pair of precision craft scissors is recommended for cutting out your paper fashions.

The My Fabulous Look Book & Kit is a creative fashion drawing kit for kids & teens to create their own fashion portfolio album.

Kit includes fashion drawing book with complete instructions, art-starter drawing pages, color pencils, sparkly stickers, and a portfolio of framed album pages.

The drawing pages have lightly printed outlines of faces, figures, and fashion for you to build on to create your own unique styles.

Learn to draw fashion, makeup, hairstyles, and accessories.  Add your most fabulous finished looks to your look book portfolio!

Visit the Klutz Craft Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of quality Klutz craft activity kits.

Weekend Kits offers a unique collection of Creative Art & Craft Kits for beginners and experienced crafters.  Crafting is a great outlet for kid, teens, and adults to express their creativity.

There's no right way or wrong way to be creative – there's only YOUR way!  Take a chance and learn something new.  Stop by today and be ready to get creative on next Weekend at Home.

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Get Started Knitting with How to Knit DVD Kit!

We've added a new How to Knit DVD Kit to the store.  It's a complete kit with everything a beginner needs to get started knitting.  You'll find it in the Knitting Kits section of the store!

The How to Knit DVD & Kit combines the popular I Can't Believe I'm Knitting! DVD from Leisure Arts with quality knitting supplies from Lion Brand and Susan Bates.

The DVD provides comprehensive knitting instruction with step-by-step lessons for beginners.  It's easy to set your own pace with the DVD's convenient auto-pause feature.  There's also a topic index, knitting reference library, and troubleshooting guide to help with common knitting challenges.

In addition to the DVD, this kit includes 1 skein of Vanna's Choice medium, worsted weight yarn in purple print.  This is 145 yards of easy care 100% premium acrylic yarn from Lion Brand.  This is a great choice of yarn for beginner knitters!

Each kit also includes 1 pair of Silvalume 10-inch single point knitting needles in Size 8 from Susan Bates.  Size 8 needles are ideal for beginners and work well with medium weight yarn.  You'll also receive a bonus pack of Susan Bates plastic yarn needles.

If you've always wanted to learn to knit, this beginner knitting kit will get you started with expert DVD instruction & quality supplies. Visit the Knitting Kits section for all the details on this kit and to see our complete selection of knitting kits for adults, teens and kids.

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of creative Art & Craft project kits for beginners and all skill levels.  Stop by today and be ready to learn how to knit on your next Weekend at Home!

Crewel Embroidery Card Kits - Easy for Beginners!

Wool & Hoop Crewel Embroidery Kits feature contemporary crewel designs by artist Katherine Shaughnessy.  These charming little kits are easy for beginners and fun for experienced stitchers too.  You'll find them in the Crewel Embroidery Kits section of the store!

Hip Squares

Wool & Hoop kits are filled with excellent quality crewel embroidery materials, including 100% linen twill and 100% wool threads.

Crewel embroidery kit includes linen fabric printed with 3x3 inch design, wool thread, needles, one blank greeting card with matching envelope, and instructions.

The fabric is preprinted with the crewel design, so you'll be ready to start stitching right away!

Tulip Tops

The threads are separated and neatly organized by color code on a thread card.  A color & stitch diagram is also provided.

Beginners will appreciate the detailed crewel embroidery instructions, starting with the basics of hooping and threading.

There are also step-by-step instructions & diagrams for the crewel embroidery stitches.

An ideal starter kit for learning crewel embroidery skills!  They're an easy & fun embroidery kit for adults, teens, and kids ages 8 & up.

Chainlink Pink

Other embroidery supplies you'll want to have on hand include a 5 or 6 inch embroidery hoop and small pair of sharp scissors.

Use the card making materials included in the kit to make a creative handmade greeting card using your finished crewelwork.

Modern crewel embroidery designs, quality materials, and detailed instructions.  Wool & Hoop kits have everything you need!

Visit the Crewel Embroidery Kits sections for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of crewel embroidery kits for beginners & all skill levels.

Weekend Kits offers a completely unique selection of modern DIY Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Stop by today and be ready to start stitching on your next Weekend at Home!

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Easy & Fun! Apron Kit with Sewing Pattern & Fabric

Here's an Easy & Fun Apron Kit with sewing pattern & fabric for you to make your own designer hostess apron.  This apron sewing kit combines the Peaceful Paisley Apron pattern with coordinating fabrics from Fabric Palette's Chill collection.

You'll find it in the Sewing Project Kits section of the store!

The Peaceful Paisley Apron Kit includes pattern & fabric to make one women's full-size apron.  This is an easy apron sewing project for adults and older teens to make their own cute apron.  Aprons are fun to make & wear.  They're also a nice handmade gift giving idea!

18" x 42" Fabric Precut

Apron kit includes one 18" x 42" fabric precut, one 5-piece fabric bundle, full size templates, and project booklet with instructions.

The fabrics in the kit are all 100% quality cotton fabrics from Fabric Palette's Chill fabric collection.

The project booklet includes cutting & sewing instructions plus templates for the bodice and collar pieces.

This apron kit also includes the enlarged full-size templates.

5-Piece Fabric Bundle

You'll need these basic sewing supplies on hand to complete your apron project:

Sewing machine, iron & ironing board, sewing pins, hand sewing needle, marking pencil, thread, scissors, seam ripper, tape, and water soluble fabric marker.

Apron patterns typically have minimal pattern pieces, simple construction, and a forgiving fit, making them an ideal sewing project for beginners just getting started.

Apron kits with sewing pattern & fabrics make it easy to sew an apron in no time at all.  Your finished apron will be perfect for baking, crafting, or just for fun!

Visit the Sewing Project Kits section to see our complete selection of sewing projects, including apron kits, baby blanket kits, plush animal sewing kits and more.

Weekend Kits specializes in modern DIY Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Our goal is to help make crafting convenient, easy, and FUN for beginners & all skill levels.  Stop by today and be ready to sew a cute hostess apron on your next Weekend at Home!

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Drawing & Painting Kits for Beginner Artists

Walter Foster Drawing & Painting Kits make it easy for adults and teens to learn basic drawing & painting skills at home.

These complete art kits include the tools, supplies, and instructions you need to get started drawing & painting with confidence.  You'll find them in the Paint & Draw Art Kits section of the store!


The Drawing Horses Kit includes a 32-page project book, drawing pencils, charcoal pencil, blending stump, acetate grid, sandpaper block, round paintbrush, black watercolor paint, rubber eraser, drawing paper and sharpener.

Six drawing pencils of varying hardness provide the artist with a range of tones from light to dark. You'll learn how to use all the tools & materials contained in the kit.

The project book starts with basic drawing skills and then moves on to teaching about horse anatomy, proportion, and techniques for drawing horse features.  After the basics, you'll apply your new skills to step-by-step drawing projects, including instructions & illustrations for drawing a variety of horse breeds and poses.


The Your First Steps in Pencil Drawing Kit is from Walter Foster's new line of introductory art kits for beginner artists looking for an affordable starter option.

Beginner drawing set includes pencils, sharpener, tortillons, kneaded eraser, rubber eraser, paper, and project booklet.

You'll learn basic pencil drawing skills & techniques by following the four step-by-step drawing projects included in the booklet.


The Your First Steps in Acrylic Painting Kit is an ideal art starter kit for anyone wanting to give acrylic painting a try.

Beginner painting kit includes acrylic paints, paintbrushes, art paper, and project booklet.

Learn basic acrylic painting skills and techniques by following the four step-by-step painting projects included in the booklet.

The Your First Steps series also includes a Watercolor Painting Kit. The smaller size of these starter kits makes them an ideal option for anyone wanting to try a new art medium.  They're also a creative gift giving idea for aspiring artists.

Visit the Paint & Draw Art Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of drawing & painting art kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Explore a variety of art project ideas!

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of DIY Art & Craft Kits for beginners of all ages.  Our goal is to help make crafting convenient, easy, and fun for all skill levels!  Stop by today and be ready to start drawing & painting on your next Weekend at Home.

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Embroidery Kits with Modern Crewel Designs

You'll find our newest selection of kits in the Crewel Embroidery Kits section of the store.  They're from Dimensions new Handmade Embroidery collection of kits, complete with everything you need to make your own creative needleart.  These kits feature modern Crewel Embroidery Designs, perfect for today's home decor!

The Tree Crewel Embroidery Kit includes preprinted cotton fabric, presorted wool yarn, embroidery needle, and easy instructions.

The crewel design is preprinted on the fabric, saving you the time of having to transfer the design.

The yarn is conveniently presorted and labeled by color number and thread count, making it easy for you to select the right thread.

Preprinted fabric and presorted yarn means you'll be ready to start stitching right away!  Your finished needleart will be 9-1/2" square.

The Owl Crewel Embroidery Kit includes preprinted cotton fabric, presorted wool & acrylic yarns, needle, and instructions.

These new crewel designs are a modern take on a classic embroidery technique.

In crewel embroidery, wool yarn and a variety of stitches are used to create texture and dimension.

One finishing option is to mat & frame your handmade needleart for display in your home.  Another is to applique the finished crewel design to a pillow or other textile.

The Blooms Crewel Embroidery Kit includes includes preprinted cotton fabric, presorted wool & acrylic yarns, needle, and instructions.

Other supplies you'll need for your project include an embroidery hoop to hold your fabric while stitching and scissors for snipping threads.

You'll find hoops, scissors, and more in the Embroidery Supplies section of the store.

Visit the Crewel Embroidery Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of crewel kits, including classic and modern embroidery designs for beginners and experienced stitchers.

Weekend Kits offers a unique selection of modern DIY Art & Craft Kits across a variety of crafting categories.  Kits are a creative gift giving idea for birthdays, holidays, and other special occasions.

Stop by today and be ready to create something new on your next Weekend at Home.  Thanks for visiting the Weekend Kits blog!

Card Making Kits - Easy Valentines Day Crafts!

Making your own greeting cards is a fun craft activity for all ages and skill levels.  If you enjoy paper crafting and want to get started making your own cards, you won't want to miss our new selection of card making kits.  They're easy Valentines Day Crafts for you to create your own love-themed Valentine cards for family and friends. You'll find them in the Card Making Kits section of the store!

The My Funny Valentine Card Kit from TPC Studio includes 8 cards, 2 cardstock cutout sheets, 1 chipboard sticker sheet, 1 rub-on sheet, 1 adhesive jewel sheet, 8 envelopes, and instructions.

All the coordinated card making elements you need to create 8 Valentines Day cards!

Step-by-step instructions and pre-designed card layouts make this an ideal card making kit for beginners.

The Crazy Love Valentine Card Kit includes 8 die cut cards, 8 envelopes, 2 sheets of die cut elements, 1 sheet of adhesive chipboard elements, 1 sheet of color rub-ons, and instructions.

Personalize your completed cards with a special sentiment or photo. Add in a bonus item, such as a gift card or movie tickets.

You'll enjoy making & giving your own handmade cards!

The I Love You Valentine Card Kit from K&Company includes 4 cards, 4 envelopes, 8 die-cuts, 4 die-cut stickers, and instructions.

It's super easy to create these classic handmade Valentines.  An ideal Valentines Day craft activity for the family to do together!

You'll need an adhesive to assemble your cards.  The ZIG 2-Way Glue Pen from EK Success is an excellent glue for card making and other paper crafting projects.

Visit the Card Making Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of card making kits for all occasions.

Weekend Kits specializes in modern DIY Art & Craft Kits for adults, teens, and kids.  Stop by today and be ready to create something new, like handmade Valentines, on your next Weekend at Home!

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