Mindful Making: Why Crafting Helps Us Slow Down in the Rush to Christmas

Slow Down and Enjoy the Season

As the days grow shorter and the pace of life begins to pick up, it’s easy to feel swept along in the rush toward the festive season. Planning, shopping, decorating, and socialising can leave little room to pause — yet it’s precisely in these moments that crafting can offer a much-needed sense of calm.


The Power of Mindful Making

Mindful making is more than just a way to create something beautiful — it’s a gentle reminder to slow down, focus, and enjoy the process. Crafting encourages us to be present, paying attention to the textures, colours, and rhythms of our work. Whether you’re threading a needle, knotting cords, mixing colours, or pressing leaves, each small step becomes a meditative act that soothes the mind and sparks joy.

Small Projects, Big Benefits

The beauty of this approach is that it doesn’t require hours or expensive materials. Even a small project can give you a creative pause in your day. For instance, our Rose Gold Scented Candles Craft Kit allows you to make luxurious, fragranced candles with a simple colour-mixing process. Or the Macramé Plant Hanger Craft Kit turns cords and knots into a stunning display for your favourite greenery. For something more intricate, our Abstract Polymer Clay Mirror Kit transforms clay into a unique home accent, while the Embroidered Notebook Cover Kit lets you personalise stationery with thoughtful stitches.

If you’re looking for seasonal inspiration, the Stitched Robin Hoop Hanger or the Festive Macramé Magic Craft Kit are perfect for adding a handcrafted touch to your home, bringing the kind of joy that pre-made decorations just can’t replicate.

Craft Your Own Countdown to Christmas

For a truly special festive project, our Craftiosity 2025 Limited Edition Advent Calendar invites you to slow down and savour the anticipation of the season — one stitch, one sparkle, and one little bag at a time.

Inside the kit, you’ll find everything you need to decorate 25 drawstring bags with felt, embroidery, and shimmering embellishments, then peg them onto gold twine to create your very own handcrafted advent calendar. Whether you follow our festive templates or design your own, each calendar becomes a one-of-a-kind heirloom to bring out year after year. 🎄

What’s in the Box:

  • 25 Drawstring Bags
  • 25 Tiny Wooden Pegs
  • Gold Sparkle Bakers Twine
  • Felt Sheets in Oriental Red, Trafalgar Blue, Ivy Green, Mushroom & White
  • UHU Glue
  • Metallic Thread in Sparkly Gold, Green & Blue
  • Sewing Needle
  • Design Templates for Numbers & Festive Shapes
  • Step-by-Step Digital Instructions + Video Tutorial

Key Details:
🎁 £29.95 – includes free UK delivery
📦 Pre-order now for posting mid-November, ready to begin on 1st December
✨ Open to subscribers and non-subscribers alike

It’s a relaxing and joyful project — the perfect way to mark the countdown to Christmas while embracing the mindful rhythm of making.


Gift a Monthly Dose of Creativity

For those who want to gift more than just a one-off project, Craftiosity gift subscriptions are a wonderful way to give someone special a monthly dose of creativity. Each box comes beautifully packaged with everything they need — materials, tools, step-by-step instructions, and an online video tutorial — providing hours of mindful making delivered right to their door. You can choose 1, 3, 6, or 12-month subscriptions, and the first box ships immediately, giving the recipient a thoughtful and lasting creative experience.


A Sneak Peek at Winter Creativity

And for those looking ahead to the season, our November box will offer a beautiful, winter-inspired project designed to bring the calm and beauty of the season into your home. With soft, cool tones, subtle textures, and a creative twist, it’s the perfect mindful-making activity for cosy afternoons and a gentle way to slow down before the holiday rush.


Enjoy the Quiet Moments

This festive season, give yourself — or someone you love — the gift of time and creativity. Slow down, make something with intention, and enjoy the calm that comes from mindful crafting. Because the best part of the season isn’t always what’s on the calendar; sometimes, it’s the quiet, creative moments we carve out for ourselves.

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