Budget Art Gifts Under $25 for Artists Who Have Everything

(Acrylic · Watercolour · Oil · Sketching & Charcoal · Mixed Media · Kids) 

At Art Shed, Christmas doesn’t arrive quietly. There's more colour in our aisles than in the entire North Pole, Chris our warehouse elf is speed-wrapping parcels like he’s training for the Sleigh Games, the marketing team is held together by coffee and end-of-year adrenaline and glitter is appearing in places glitter should never be . It’s loud, it’s chaotic, and it’s our favourite season. Because when it comes to gifting artists, we know exactly what actually gets used, loved and squealed over on Christmas morning. So if you’ve been searching for budget art gifts that dont break the bank you’re in the right place. 

Our in-house artists have tested, smudged, scribbled and passionately argued their way through the Budget Gifts wall to bring you a line up of under $25 art gifts that actually feel special. These are the sets that get used until the last pencil nub, the pads that get carried to the park, and the quirky extras that make even the “artist who has everything” grin. Whether you are buying for a kid with paint on their socks, a sketchbook-obsessed teen, or a grown up who smells faintly of linseed oil, this is where the guesswork ends.

So grab a cuppa, park the reindeer, and let us build you a stash of budget gifts, that will make you look suspiciously organised on Christmas morning.

Acrylic Gifts Under $25 – Colour, Texture and Tiny Studio Upgrades

Amsterdam Acrylic Paint Set 6 × 20 ml Tubes
Compact yet high-performing, this Amsterdam set features six 20 ml tubes formulated with finely milled, lightfast pigments suspended in a smooth, medium-viscosity acrylic binder. The consistency allows for clean brushwork, solid coverage and excellent adhesion on canvas, primed boards, mixed-media pads and acrylic paper. Each colour holds its integrity when layered or diluted, offering reliable performance for studies, illustrations and finished artworks. It is a small but mighty palette and exactly the kind of quietly impressive gift our Art Shed team loves to recommend at Christmas.

Mont Marte Intro Paint Set – Dimension Acrylic Paint 8 pc × 18 ml
This compact Dimension Acrylic set offers eight 18 ml tubes of high-viscosity colour formulated for sculptural, textured work. The buttery body allows for palette knife techniques, impasto florals, raised abstracts and confident mark-making without slumping or losing form. Colours maintain strength when mixed or applied thickly, and the binder cures to a durable, flexible film across canvas, board and heavy pads. It is an impressive little set for anyone drawn to expressive, three-dimensional acrylic work and a standout Christmas pick for artists who love bold texture.

Mont Marte Gallery Series Paint Brush Set – Acrylic 6 pc
Curated for versatility, this six-piece Gallery Series set covers a broad range of acrylic techniques from smooth base layers to controlled detail. The synthetic fibres have excellent spring and edge retention, even under heavier bodied paints, and the ferrules hold firm through long sessions and repeated rinsing. Each shape is deliberately chosen, making this a dependable everyday brush wardrobe for consistent, predictable results across canvas and primed boards. It is a polished under-25 option our team loves recommending at Christmas because it performs far above its price point.

Mont Marte Acrylic Handle Brush Set 11 pc – Acrylic
This eleven-brush acrylic-handled set is designed for durability and comfort. The non-porous handles resist swelling, flaking and water damage, while the synthetic bristles maintain their shape under both thin and heavy acrylics. With a smart spread of rounds, flats and filberts, artists can move through blending, edging and fine detail without switching to other tools. It is a strong, long-lasting brush kit that suits a wide range of painting styles and a festive favourite for anyone building a reliable studio setup.

Mont Marte Signature Acrylic Paint Set 18 pc × 36 ml
This 18-colour Signature set offers generous 36 ml tubes with excellent working time, smooth consistency and strong mixability. The palette covers primaries, earth tones and expressive brights, giving artists room to experiment with colour harmony and layering without premature tube depletion. The paint adheres well to canvas, boards and mixed-media surfaces, making it suitable for everything from practice studies to finished artworks. It is a versatile choice during Christmas gifting season because it adapts easily to so many styles and skill levels.

Mont Marte Signature Paint Set – Vivid Colours Acrylic Paint 80 pc
This expansive 80-colour collection offers an impressive spectrum for artists who thrive on colour exploration. The smaller tube format encourages swatching, glazing, pattern work and rapid studies across journals, canvases and mixed-media pads. Despite the compact size, each colour maintains good coverage and predictable mixing behaviour, making it ideal for building palettes or experimenting with bold combinations. It is a wildly fun and flexible option for Christmas gifting, especially for creatives who want a wide playground of hues, junk journalists, students and beginner artists alike. 

Mont Marte Discovery Canvas Single Thick Nested – 4 Pack
Four canvases, four sizes, one very easy gift. This nested set is made for mini series, challenge prompts and “I just want to paint something tonight” moments. Artists can work through the sizes as a progression, or use the smaller ones as stocking stuffers topped with tiny original paintings. Great value, easy to wrap and a total no-brainer to pair with any of the paint sets above.

Art Spectrum Acrylic Paint Pad A5 400 gsm
This heavyweight A5 acrylic pad features 400 gsm sheets engineered for high-load media. The surface handles thick acrylic, glazing, scumbling and mixed-media layering without warping or pilling, while the smaller format encourages portable sketching and focused studies. Its toughness and reliability make it ideal for travel, café painting and daily practice. Slip it into a stocking with a compact paint set and you have a refined Christmas gift that feels both practical and premium.

Watercolour Gifts Under $25 – Soft Washes, Summer Journals And Travel Tins

Art Spectrum 25% Recycled Sustainable Cotton Watercolour Pad A4 300 gsm 12 Sheets
This A4 pad blends 25 percent recycled sustainable cotton with high-quality cellulose to produce 300 gsm sheets that accept washes, glazing and lifting with confidence. The surface retains pigment clarity while remaining strong under repeated wet work, making it suitable for botanicals, landscapes and illustrative pages. Environmentally conscious and beautifully made, it is a thoughtful Christmas choice for artists who want performance and sustainability in the same product.

Mont Marte Signature Paint Brush Set – Watercolour Mixed Bristle In Wallet 11 pc
Eleven brushes tucked neatly into a zip-up wallet that drops straight into a handbag or backpack. The mixed bristles hold plenty of water for smooth gradients and soft skies, and the wallet keeps everything safe from rogue pencil case crumbs. Pair it with a pad or travel set and you have a take-anywhere kit for beach trips, café dates and lazy balcony mornings.

Mont Marte Watercolour Full Pan Paint Set 13 pc In Tin
Featuring full-sized pans in a sturdy metal tin, this set offers excellent paint load capacity for large washes and fluid, expressive work. The pigments activate smoothly, allowing for generous mops and soft blends without prematurely wearing down the colour. It is a refined pick for both beginners wanting a “real” palette and experienced artists seeking a reliable travel companion. The nostalgic tin presentation also makes it an especially charming Christmas gift.

Mont Marte Watercolour Half Pan Set 20 pc
This compact 20-pan palette provides a versatile colour range in a lightweight, take-anywhere format. The pans activate cleanly, offering smooth washes and consistent colour strength for journaling, sketching and on-location studies. With essential hues and a few speciality additions, it fits seamlessly into everyday creative routines. It is an easy, joyful Christmas gift for artists who value portability and convenience.

Mont Marte Ultra-Soft Watercolour Pencils 18 pc
These ultra-soft pencils lay down rich pigment that transforms into smooth washes when activated with water. Their dual nature supports both detailed line work and loose background washes, making them ideal for mixed-media journals, planners and illustration studies. The pigments blend predictably when layered wet or dry, offering flexibility and control. It is a beautiful under-25 gift at Christmas for artists who enjoy hybrid techniques.

Art Spectrum Blue Linen Hard Cover Watercolour Landscape Journal A5 300 gsm – Cold Pressed
This A5 landscape journal features 300 gsm cold-pressed pages bound in a durable, blue linen hardcover. The paper handles layered washes, ink and mixed media while retaining texture and structure, making it suited to travel sketches, nature studies and visual diaries. Its elegant format encourages long-term projects and consistent practice. It is a refined Christmas gift for anyone who loves the ritual of keeping a beautiful art journal.

Mont Marte Premium Watercolour Paint Set 24 pc × 8 ml
This 24-tube set offers a balanced range of colours in a creamy, easily rewettable watercolour formula. The pigments mix cleanly and maintain strength through glazing, while the 8 ml tubes provide generous working time for dedicated projects. The palette supports portraits, seascapes and botanical studies with equal reliability. It is a versatile, high-value Christmas choice for anyone wanting tube colour without the premium price tag.

Oil Gifts Under $25 – For Slow Painting On Long December Evenings

Mont Marte Intro Paint Set – H2O Water Mixable Oil Paint 8 pc × 18 ml
This compact H2O set delivers the richness of traditional oil colour in a water-mixable formula that cleans up easily and handles well on canvas, boards and heavier pads. The eight-tube palette is curated for strong mixing potential, giving artists room to explore glazing, layering and subtle tonal shifts without needing solvents. The paint retains a smooth, velvety flow and dries to a resilient film suitable for small studies or finished works. It is a thoughtful Christmas pick for artists curious about oils but wanting a cleaner, more accessible entry point.

Mont Marte Signature Paint Set – Oil Paint 24 pc × 12 ml
This 24-piece oil set offers a broad colour spectrum in compact tubes perfect for controlled experimentation. The formulation supports traditional techniques such as underpainting, glazing and slow-build layering, while the selection itself helps artists identify their most-used hues before moving into larger singles. Pigments blend smoothly, maintain good tinting strength and adhere reliably to oil-friendly surfaces. It is an excellent Christmas choice for artists building their first serious oil palette.

Mont Marte Oil Paint 75 ml Tubes – Build A Mini Palette
These 75 ml tubes bring practical studio-level volume in colours that work overtime. Titanium White and Burnt Umber are essential for value control, underpaintings and neutral mixes, forming the backbone of many oil workflows. Paired with a primary or favourite accent colour, they create a compact palette capable of dozens of studies. It is a quietly clever Art Shed-approved stocking stuffer for painters who already own “a bit of everything” and appreciate high-utility tools.

Mont Marte Signature Paint Brush Set – Oil Hog Bristle In Wallet 11 pc
This eleven-piece hog bristle set offers the stiffness and resilience needed for confident oil application. The fibres excel at moving dense colour, scumbling, texturing and blocking in broad shapes, while the included wallet keeps the brushes protected and organised. Each shape supports a different stage of the painting process, from early structure to finishing details. It is a strong, functional upgrade and a solid Christmas pick for oil painters ready to leave worn-out brushes behind.

Mont Marte Studio Series Palette Knife Set 5 pc (Stainless Steel)
Five different knife shapes mean five different ways to break the rules. Palette knives are brilliant for chunky seascapes, abstract texture, rocky cliffs and metallic accents over acrylic or oil. They also make mixing on the palette so much cleaner. For under $25, this set unlocks a whole new way of painting.

Mont Marte Palette – Oval Wood
A classic wooden oval palette provides generous mixing space and a comfortable handhold for extended sessions. Its smooth, sealed surface offers controlled blending and easy clean-up, while the natural wood feel brings a sense of tradition to any studio. It is a timeless, quietly elevated Christmas gift that subtly tells an artist their practice deserves proper tools.
 

Art Spectrum Refined Linseed Oil 100 ml
A simple bottle that makes a big difference. Refined linseed oil gives oil paints a silkier flow and gentle gloss, making glazes and layered work feel effortless. It is a staple medium in many oil studios and a thoughtful add-on to any paint set.

Art Spectrum Oil Paint Pad A4 300 gsm
Designed specifically for oil media, this 300 gsm pad features treated sheets that prevent bleed-through, oil seepage or warping. The surface holds brushwork, palette knife marks and layered colour with impressive stability, making it ideal for studies, workshops and compact studio setups. Tear-off sheets allow finished works to be framed, gifted or incorporated into mixed-media projects. A smart and versatile under-$25 Christmas gift for painters wanting flexibility without canvases.

Sketching & Charcoal Gifts – For Artists Who Live In Their Sketchbooks

Mont Marte Visual Art Diary Spiral Bound Black Paper A4 140 gsm 80 Sheet
This A4 black paper diary brings dramatic contrast to metallics, opaque markers, gouache and coloured pencil. The 140 gsm sheets have enough tooth for layering without over-texturing finer work, and the spiral binding allows the book to lie flat for comfortable drawing sessions. It is a standout Christmas gift for artists who love high-impact sketching and expressive page spreads.

Strathmore 400 Toned Grey Wire Bound Sketch Book 5.5 × 8.5 Inch 118 gsm 50 Sheets
Toned grey is the secret weapon of many “artists who draw”. Starting from a mid tone means highlights and shadows both pop, which makes portraits, figure work and urban sketches feel more three dimensional. The smaller size is ideal for daily drawing practice, café sessions and travel sketching.

Mont Marte Signature Sketching Set In Wooden Box 21 pc
This 21-piece sketching assortment arrives in a wooden box that opens into a tidy, portable workspace. Inside are graphite pencils, charcoal tools, erasers and sharpeners arranged for quick access. The variety supports everything from gesture drawing to detailed studies and makes the set an excellent Christmas choice for beginners, students and returning artists who want a complete starter studio.

Faber Castell Pitt Graphite Matt Pencils Tin of 6
The Pitt Graphite Matt formulation reduces surface shine, allowing finished drawings to photograph and display with exceptional clarity, perfect for artists who post their artworks online. The pencils offer smooth laydown, strong tonal control and refined edges ideal for portrait work, illustration, architectural studies and any artist working on their portfolio. Presented in a sleek tin, they make a premium-feeling under-$25 Christmas gift for artists stepping up the quality of their sketching tools.

Mont Marte Charcoal – Woodless Charcoal Pencils 3 pc
Pure charcoal from end to end, wrapped in a peelable coating. They allow for everything from whisper-soft shading to bold gestural marks, and they are ideal for life drawing, botanicals and dramatic studies. Pair with a toned sketchbook for a moody little gift set.

Faber Castell Creative Studio Mixed Media Set – Charcoal 7 pc
This curated charcoal set includes sticks, pencils and accessories designed to work harmoniously on toned and textured surfaces. The combination encourages varied mark-making, from soft shading to bold, structural lines. It is a well-balanced stocking stuffer or add-on gift for anyone expanding their drawing toolkit.

Faber Castell Triangular Coloured Pencils 24 Pack
These coloured pencils offer smooth layering, clean blending and ergonomic triangular barrels ideal for long sketching sessions. The palette covers a wide range of hues suitable for character art, colouring books, study illustrations and mixed media enhancements. They are a cheerful, reliable Christmas gift that suits artists of all ages.

Mont Marte Technical Drawing Pens 12 pc
From hair-thin lines to bold comic outlines, this pack has a nib size for every style. Ideal for illustrators, bullet journal fiends, comic artists and anyone who likes clean line work with their watercolour or marker. Once people own a set like this, they tend to use it daily. (personally for me, these are my favourite fine liners of all time- artshed staff) 

Nitram Sharpening Bloc – 80 × 230 mm
A favourite among charcoal artists, this sharpening bloc allows long, tapered points suited to expressive gesture drawing and delicate tonal work. Its coarse surface offers precision shaping and quick edge renewal. For artists who love charcoal, this small tool makes a surprisingly impactful Christmas upgrade

Mixed Media Gifts – For Artists Who Want To Try Everything At Once

Mont Marte Premium Marker Set – Dual Tip Alcohol Ink Art Markers 24 pc
One end for detail, one end for coverage and blending. Alcohol markers are loved worldwide for their smooth gradients and bold colour, and this 24 piece set hits that sweet spot for character art, fashion illustration, fan art and planners. Add a toned sketchbook or mixed media pad and you have a seriously cool gift for teens and adults.

Mont Marte Marker Set – Duo Marker Fine & Brush Tip 24 pc
A fine liner on one end and a brush tip on the other makes these a dream for hand lettering, doodles, study notes and artsy planners. The brush tip feels painterly without needing water, and the fine tip keeps everything crisp. Brilliant for junk journaling and mixed media layering over paint and collage. This set gives enough range for soft portrait palettes, deep forests, pastel skies and everything in between. Artists can build gentle layers or go full rainbow. It is one of those satisfying “open and gasp” presents that still sneaks in under the budget gifts bracket.

Sennelier Soft Pastel Half Stick 6 pc Set
Sennelier’s half-stick pastels bring professional-level softness and pigment into a compact, affordable format. The buttery texture adheres beautifully to toned paper, layering into atmospheric skies, expressive botanicals and moody studies. It is a luxurious-feeling Christmas gift for artists curious about fine soft pastels.

Mont Marte Extra Soft Oil Pastels Natural Hue 39 pc
This 39-piece set offers a palette of earthy neutrals, ocean tones and warm muted shades perfect for landscapes, florals and abstract spreads. The extra-soft formula blends smoothly with fingers, stumps or solvents, creating painterly transitions and rich colour fields. It is a generous and joyfully useful under-$25 gift for mixed media artists.

Mont Marte Mixed Media Pad 300 gsm A4 15 Sheets

At 300 gsm, this mixed media pad handles watercolour, ink, pencil, markers and collage with ease. The lightly textured surface encourages experimentation and supports a wide range of techniques without buckling. It is a reliable Christmas option for artists who jump between mediums or follow prompt challenges.

Mont Marte Signature Drawing Ink Set 16 pc + Glass Pen
Sixteen jewel toned inks and a glass dip pen that looks like it fell out of a fantasy novel. This set invites pretty much everything: calligraphy, line art, loose ink washes, junk journaling, sketchbook experiments and social-media-worthy flat lays. It is a showy, photogenic gift that still sits comfortably under $25.

Art Spectrum Watercolour 12 Pan Set + Brush
A compact, Aussie brand pan set with a small brush included. Perfect for artists who want a dedicated “throw in the bag” palette for sketching on the go, or for mixed media lovers who like dropping transparent colour over line work and pencil.

Kids’ Art Gifts Under $25 – Screen Free Fun For The Kiddos

Mont Marte Kids – Jumbo Crayons 12 pc
Chunky, durable crayons made for little fists and big ideas. They glide across paper and cardboard and are hard to snap accidentally. Perfect for toddlers and early primary kids who want to fill entire A3 sheets with colour… and maybe a bit of the table.

Mont Marte Kids – Chubby Brushes 3 pc
Soft bristles, chunky handles. These brushes are brilliant for tiny hands learning how to swish paint around without poking holes through the page. Pair with tempera or poster paint and you have an afternoon of backyard fun sorted.

Mont Marte Kids – 2 in 1 Stamper Markers 14 pc
Colouring on one side, shaped stampers on the other. Kids can scatter stars, hearts and other little icons across cards, posters and diaries, then colour in the rest. They are great for travel, holiday activity tables and quick “i’m bored” saves.

Mont Marte Kids – Tempera Stackable Paint Wheel Vivid 6 pc
Six pots of vivid, washable tempera that stack neatly into a tower. Pop them on a tray with some chubby brushes and big paper and you can safely let the kids loose outside while the adults attack the pavlova.

Faber Castell Connector Pen Set 14 pc
These iconic pens click together, which means they double as little construction toys between drawing sessions. The colours are rich, the tips are tough and they are ideal for school projects, colouring books and handmade Christmas thank-you cards.

Faber Castell Creativity For Kids Friends Forever Bracelets Mini Kit
Beads, cord and instructions for matching friendship bracelets. Kids can make one for themselves and one for their bestie, cousin or sibling. It is a sweet, low mess activity for sleepovers and long, hot afternoons.

Faber Castell Creativity For Kids Chic Boutique – Headbands
Design-your-own headbands for mini fashion designers. This kit combines craft, style and a bit of experimentation, with finished pieces that can be worn to Christmas lunch or New Year’s picnics.

Faber Castell Creativity For Kids Corner Creature Origami Bookmarks Mini Kit
Folded corner bookmarks shaped like little creatures that hug the pages of favourite books. A brilliant option for bookworms and a lovely way to make summer reading feel even more special.

Faber Castell Creativity For Kids Big Gem Diamond Painting Mini Kit – Stickers
Gently addictive, in the best way. Kids place tiny coloured “gems” onto sticky designs to build sparkly stickers for water bottles, notebooks and pencil cases. It is a calming, meditative activity that keeps hands busy without a screen.

Quirky Extras & Unique Artist Gifts – For The Artist Who Has Everything

Chatty Feet Art Socks Unisex
Cosy socks featuring cheeky art world icons. Perfect for the painter who is always barefoot in the studio, the illustrator who lives in oversized hoodies or literally anyone who enjoys a gag gift with actual use.

Simply Make Needle Felting Kit – Reindeer
A small box packed with wool, needles and instructions that turns into an adorable felt reindeer. It is a perfect rainy-day or Boxing Day project for crafty teens and adults and ends up as a decoration they will pull out every year.

Simply Make Crochet Kit – Father Christmas
Yarn, hook and pattern for a mini Santa. Great for beginners who have always wanted to try crochet without figuring out where to start. The finished piece can sit on a mantlepiece, become part of a Christmas village or hang on the tree.

Bucilla Amigurumi Crochet Kit
For crafters already obsessed with crochet. This kit delivers everything needed to stitch a cute character, making it a brilliant project for lazy summer afternoons or road-trip downtime.

Colour-In Lemon Coaster Kit – DIY Ceramic Set By Mont Marte
Ceramic coasters printed with citrus designs just waiting for colour. Pair with paint pens or water-resistant markers and you have an activity plus a usable set of coasters at the end. Great for summer dinner parties and New Year’s Eve drinks.

Hahnemühle Bookmark Pad – 300 gsm Cold Pressed 100% Cotton Watercolour Paper
A whole pad of premium cotton bookmarks ready to be turned into tiny artworks. Perfect for painting quotes, mini landscapes or abstract patterns. These tuck beautifully into gifts, junk journals and, of course, actual books.

Jasart DIY Plaster Painting Kit
These pre-moulded plaster panels come embossed with the textures of famous artworks, inviting artists to reimagine classics like Starry Night in their own palette. The included paints and brushes make it a grab-and-go creative session, perfect for quiet holiday afternoons or family craft nights. Once finished, the piece dries into a solid little artwork ready to display on a shelf or desk. It is a playful Christmas project for all ages.

Mindfulness: Large Print Colour And Frame Colouring Book For Adults
Bold outlines on single-sided pages that can be coloured, torn out and framed. Perfect for adults who want a creative outlet without needing to plan a whole painting. Pair with coloured pencils or markers for an instant “me time” pack.

Faber Castell Creative Studio Paint By Numbers Watercolour Set
Paint by numbers, but make it watercolour. This kit guides beginners through a finished piece while quietly teaching brush control, colour mixing and how water behaves. Lovely for anxious beginners, burnt out creatives and anyone who wants something soothing to do after lunch.

Frequently Asked Questions About Budget Gifts For Artists

What are the best budget gifts for artists under $25?
Look for things artists burn through and reach for constantly: sketchbooks, mixed media pads, coloured pencils, watercolour or acrylic starter sets, fineliners and small canvas packs. Add in one quirky extra like art socks or a mini kit and you have a thoughtful gift that feels much bigger than the price tag.

What should I get an artist for Christmas if I have no idea what they use?
Surfaces are the safest bet. A good mixed media pad, watercolour journal, bookmark pad or visual diary will work with almost any medium. Pair it with neutral tools like technical drawing pens or a coloured pencil set and you are covered, even if you do not know whether they are “more acrylic” or “more watercolour”.

What are unique artist gifts that still fit a budget?
Think outside standard brush-and-paint sets. Bookmark pads, needle felting kits, crochet kits, plaster painting kits, creative socks and paint-by-numbers sets all feel personal and a little unexpected. They give artists something playful to do beside their main practice, which is honestly half the fun.

What are good gifts for artists who draw?
Toned sketchbooks, black paper diaries, quality graphite pencils, charcoal sets, coloured pencils and fineliners are all winners. These tools support everything from life drawing and comics to journaling and fashion sketches and they get used all year long.

Are affordable art supplies actually worth gifting, or should I save up for something big?
It depends entirely on the artist. Premium sets are beautiful, aspirational gifts, but many creators prefer practical tools they can reach for daily without hesitation. Quality budget supplies are designed for frequent use, experimentation and growth. A well-selected under-$25 gift can be every bit as valuable as a luxury option, simply because it gets used and enjoyed. Its all personal preference. 

What are good stocking stuffers for creative kids and teens?
Mini kits, pen sets, small watercolour palettes, bracelet kits, origami bookmarks, diamond painting and colouring books all work brilliantly. They are compact, satisfying and perfect for those long, hot days between Christmas and New Year when everyone is “just a bit bored”.

How do I build an art gift bundle on a budget?
Pick a theme, then choose 2–3 items that sit under $25 each. For example, “watercolour journaler” could be a travel journal, a small pan set and a water brush. “Marker lover” might be a mixed media pad plus alcohol markers and fineliners. Wrap them together and you have a very customised present that still sits in the budget gifts category.

Can these gifts help someone start (or restart) a creative habit?
Absolutely. Sometimes all it takes is a fresh sketchbook and a new set of colours to flick the “I should draw again” switch. Under-$25 gifts are low pressure and practical, which makes them perfect for quietly nudging someone back toward their art without making it a big thing.

Wrapping It Up

Spoiling the artists in your life doesn’t require selling a kidney. Sometimes all it takes is a beautifully chosen pad, a pocket-sized paint set or a bundle of good pencils to unlock a whole year of ideas.

These under-$25 favourites are the real crowd-pleasers, the things that get tossed into tote bags, taken on road trips, used at the kitchen table and proudly shown off in group chats.
From tiny creatives with paint up their arms to grown-up makers with shelves full of half-finished masterpieces, this collection has a little something for every flavour of artist, including the famously impossible-to-shop-for ones.
 

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