Is Paint By Numbers a good hobby for adults?

Yes, Paint By Numbers is a relaxing, beginner-friendly hobby that helps adults unwind, reduce stress, and tap into their creative side without needing any prior experience.

Can painting by numbers improve mental wellness?

Many people find Paint By Numbers helpful for mental clarity and emotional wellness. It supports mindfulness, reduces anxiety, and offers a creative outlet that boosts focus and calm.

Do I need painting skills to start Paint By Numbers?

Not at all. Our kits are made for all skill levels. Each canvas is numbered and matched to paint colours, making it easy to follow and complete, even if you’ve never painted before.

How do Paint By Numbers kits work in Canada?

Simply choose a design, add it to your cart, and check out. We ship fast across Canada with tracked delivery. Processing takes 1–2 days, and delivery typically takes 5–8 days.

Can I turn my photo into a Paint By Numbers kit?

Yes! You can upload your photo and create a custom Paint By Numbers kit. It’s perfect for pets, family portraits, and meaningful gifts. We’ll ship your personalized kit to your door.

Red and green Christmas-themed art gift box featuring Santa and a snowman with “Happy Holydays” text, surrounded by snow and pine branches, with two smaller numbered gift drawers displayed in front showing festive designs.

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide: Why This 12-Day Box is 2025's Hottest Gift for Crafters

October 29, 2025

Article Summary

Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift? This guide reveals the rise of "experience gifting" and introduces the ultimate solution: The 12-Day Christmas Crafter's Gift Box. Discover a luxury advent-style box filled with 12 secret drawers of painting projects and art supplies for an unforgettable holiday countdown.

The annual search for the 'perfect Christmas gift' is on. In a world full of generic gift cards and novelty socks, the desire for a present that is personal, memorable, and truly exciting has never been stronger. This year, the trend isn't just about the gift itself, but the experience it provides.

This is where creative gifts, especially for the crafters and hobbyists in your life, become the undisputed champion of Christmas morning. They are a gift of mindfulness, a screen-free escape, and a celebration of pure, joyful creation. And this season, we've designed the ultimate solution that embodies all of it.

Announcing the Gift of the Season: The 12-Day Christmas Crafter's Gift Box!

This is the gift you'll be famous for. Forget a simple box, this is a 12-day journey of creative discovery. We've designed a luxurious, festive art box that opens like a storybook to reveal 12 beautifully illustrated, numbered drawers. Each drawer holds a secret creative surprise, turning the countdown to Christmas into an interactive, artistic ritual.

Please Note: To keep the magic alive, the items in your 2025 box are a surprise! The video shows the quality and experience of a previous box, but your contents will be new and just as exciting.

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Why This is 2025's Must-Have Creative Gift

This gift set is meticulously designed to deliver an unparalleled holiday crafting experience. Here’s why it stands out as the best Christmas gift for crafters and artists:

It's an Experience, Not Just a Product: The joy of unboxing a new surprise for 12 days is a gift in itself, building anticipation and creating a lasting holiday memory.
Incredible, High-Value Contents: This is not a "mystery box" of filler. It's a hand-curated collection of premium, full-sized painting projects and art accessories. The combined retail value is far greater than the price.
A Complete, All-in-One Studio: It contains everything they need to start creating right away, from multiple paint by numbers canvases and festive ornaments to professional brushes, paints, and exclusive accessories.
Perfect for All Skill Levels: The mix of simple and more detailed projects makes it a rewarding experience for everyone, from total beginners to seasoned painters.
The "Wow" Factor: The luxurious, keepsake-quality box makes this a truly impressive gift to place under the tree.

The red Christmas gift box opened, revealing 12 numbered drawers in red, gold, and peach, each decorated with charming holiday artwork like Santa and snowflakes.

Each of the 12 festive drawers holds a unique, high-quality surprise, from mini-canvases to painting tools.

How the 12-Day Unboxing Experience Works

This is the most important part! To avoid disappointment, it's key to know how the magic unfolds. Think of this as a 12-day journey to build your complete holiday art studio.

This is *not* 12 individual, self-contained mini-kits. It is a progressive discovery. You might get your professional brushes on Day 1, a beautiful rolled canvas on Day 3, the paints for that canvas on Day 5, and a paintable ornament on Day 7. The joy is in watching your complete collection of tools and projects come together over the 12 days, ready for a season of creativity.

You will receive a curated selection of:

Exclusive Paint by Numbers Canvases (multiple projects!)
A Full Set of High-Pigment Acrylic Paints
A Professional Artist's Brush Set
Premium Painting & Crafting Accessories (like an apron, cleaning tools, and more)
Unique, Paintable Christmas Decor Projects (like ornaments and hangings)
...and many more delightful surprises!

Various painting and crafting items from the gift box, including canvases, paints, brushes, and wooden ornaments, elegantly laid out on a light wooden table with fairy lights.

A treasure trove of creative tools and festive art accessories awaits in every box.

More Gift Ideas for Every Artist on Your List

While our 12-Day Gift Box is the star of the season, we have other fantastic, high-quality options perfect for gifting.

For the Ultimate Personal Touch: A Custom Paint by Numbers Kit

Turn their favourite memory, a beloved pet, a family portrait, or a cherished holiday photo, into a paintable masterpiece. A custom kit is a deeply personal, "I-can't-believe-you-did-this" gift that they will treasure forever.

Check out our Custom Paint By Numbers Kits here.

For a Festive Stocking Stuffer: The Christmas Collection

Looking for a single, festive project? Our Christmas Collection is filled with individual paint by numbers kits featuring cozy winter landscapes, Santa Claus, and charming holiday scenes. They make the perfect "thoughtful" gift or a fantastic activity for a cold winter night.

Explore the full Christmas Collection here.

About the Author

This guide was written by William Murdock. As an experienced crafter and founder of Paint On Numbers Canada, William is dedicated to making the mindful hobby of painting accessible and enjoyable for everyone across the country.

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