As freezing temperatures and snow keep Britons indoors, many are turning to creative hobbies to beat the winter blues. Retailer Hobbycraft is capitalising on this trend with a major winter sale, offering discounts of up to 50% on a vast array of art and craft supplies.
Top Deals in the Hobbycraft Winter Sale
The sale, which runs until January 28, 2026, features thousands of discounted items perfect for both beginners and seasoned crafters. Picking up a hobby is seen as a beneficial way to practise mindfulness, take a break from screens, and find satisfaction in creating something new during the long winter months.
Among the highlighted offers are popular Posca paint marker pens, with selected packs now at 25% off. The Uni-ball Posca PC 1MR Marker Pens Starter Set 8 Pack has been reduced from £17 to £12.75, while the larger 16-pack is down from £46 to £34.50.
For those seeking a relaxing and satisfying project, Painting by Numbers kits have been slashed by 50%, with prices now starting from just £3. Designs range from scenic landscapes to animals, and there are also wall-hanging kits available from £5.
Crafting for All the Family
The sale also caters to family crafting. Hobbycraft has a range of kids' crafts on offer, including a 3-for-2 promotion on selected art products. Deals include sequin art kits for £15 (save £10), FIMO modelling clay sets from £18, and a Colour-In Cardboard Tabletop Castle for £5.
For adults, the nostalgic charm of cross-stitch kits is also discounted by up to 50%. Dog-themed cushion kits have been reduced from £22 to £12, and Royal Shakespeare Company-inspired kits start from £10.
Investment Gadgets for Serious Crafters
Reflecting a social media trend for organised homes, Cricut cutting machines are in high demand. Hobbycraft is offering significant savings, including £54 off the Cricut Joy Starter Bundle, reducing it from £169 to £115. The bundle includes everything needed to start creating labels, cards, and custom transfers.
The retailer has an impressive average customer rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot, based on over 76,000 reviews. Shoppers praise the vast range and helpful staff, though some note prices can be higher than online specialists. Many, however, highlight the value for those new to a craft, with one reviewer stating it's perfect for "dipping your toes" into a new hobby.
Other retailers are also promoting craft deals. The Works has up to 50% off selected kids' art supplies, while Amazon is offering the Cricut Explore 4 Essentials Bundle for £269, down from £319.
