To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Lansing Sun asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Crafts & DIY Gifts
1) PinBox 3000 Pinball Machine Kit
Think outside the box—build a DIY pinball machine with it. This Made in the USA kit comes with everything you need to build a full-fledged machine with cardboard. Build, customize obstacles, then decorate. You won’t need batteries, tools, or screens—just some ready-to-fold hands.
2) Brush Lettering Calligraphy Workbook
Try your hand at brush lettering with a calligraphy workbook. From a foundation of doing basic strokes on tracing paper, learn lowercase and uppercase letters before finally connecting them. Pick a traditional or modern lettering style to learn.
3) 3D Laser Cut Metal Model Building Kit
Metal Earth: 3D Laser Cut Metal Model Building Kit - Apollo CSM with LM
4) Puzzle Roll-Up Mat Kit
Eurographics: Puzzle Roll Up Mat Kit - Store Kit with Large Mat
5) KNIFEDock™ In-Drawer Knife Block
This bamboo knife drawer organizer keeps knives organized and safely tucked way. Line up each knife in the built-in flexible cork dividers that fit almost any size blade. Your knives will be easy to identify and grab quickly for all your cooking jobs and your hands won’t be prone to an accidental jab.
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