Galentine’s Day Craft Kits and DIY Activities for a Girls’ Night

Illustration of an embroidery hoop with a heart, a painted canvas and colorful beads for a Galentine’s craft guide
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Crafting together is one of the most memorable ways to spend Galentine’s Day. Everyone gets something to take home, and it keeps the conversation flowing.

These kits are beginner-friendly and work well for a group. Buy one per person or choose kits with enough supplies for several people.

Quick Picks

GiftBest for
Friendship bracelet making kitMaking bracelets for each other
Air-dry clay kitTrinket dishes and small decor
Paint-and-sip canvas kitA painting party at home
Modern embroidery kitRelaxing hand stitching
Subversive cross-stitch kitCheeky stitched messages
Needle felting kitTiny felted animals
Pressed flower frame kitA pretty keepsake
Tote bags with fabric markersDesign your own bag
Candle-making kitMaking candles together
Beginner watercolor setPainting cards
  • Match the skill level. Beginner kits with clear instructions work best for groups.
  • Check the time. Some crafts take an hour; others take several.
  • Count supplies. Make sure there’s enough for everyone.

Easy Group Crafts

Necklace

Friendship Bracelet Making Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A kit with beads, charms and cord so friends can make bracelets for each other.

Best for: Groups of all ages

What to check before buying: Check the bead count and whether it includes enough cord for your group.

Paint set

Air-Dry Clay Kit

Why it’s a good pick: Clay that dries without a kiln, with tools and paints for making trinket dishes and decor.

Best for: Creative friends

What to check before buying: Check drying time and whether paints are included.

Paint set

Paint-and-Sip Canvas Kit

Why it’s a good pick: Pre-sketched canvases, paints and brushes for an at-home painting party.

Best for: Friend groups who want a guided activity

What to check before buying: Check how many canvases are included and the design.

Relaxing Needlecrafts

Paint set

Modern Embroidery Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A beginner embroidery kit with a pre-printed design, hoop, threads and instructions.

Best for: Friends who like calm, detailed crafts

What to check before buying: Check the design and skill level.

Paint set

Subversive Cross-Stitch Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A cross-stitch kit with a cheeky or funny phrase, for friends with a sense of humor.

Best for: Friends who love a funny craft

What to check before buying: Read the phrase to be sure it suits the group.

Paint set

Needle Felting Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A kit for making tiny felted animals or shapes with wool and felting needles.

Best for: Patient, detail-loving crafters

What to check before buying: Felting needles are very sharp; keep them away from children.

Keepsakes

Flowers

Pressed Flower Frame Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A glass frame kit with pressed flowers to arrange into a keepsake.

Best for: Friends who love florals

What to check before buying: Check the frame size and flowers included.

More DIY Activities

Travel pouch

Canvas Tote Bags with Fabric Markers

Why it’s a good pick: Plain totes and fabric markers so everyone can design their own bag.

Best for: Easy group crafts

What to check before buying: Check the tote size and marker colors.

Candle

Candle-Making Kit

Why it’s a good pick: A kit with wax, wicks, scents and jars for making candles together.

Best for: Friends who love candles

What to check before buying: Follow heat safety instructions and check the number of candles it makes.

Paint set

Beginner Watercolor Set

Why it’s a good pick: A compact watercolor set for painting cards or small artworks.

Best for: Relaxed creative nights

What to check before buying: Check the number of colors and add watercolor paper.

Frequently Asked Questions

What crafts are good for Galentine’s Day?

Friendship bracelets, air-dry clay dishes, paint-and-sip canvases and embroidery are fun group crafts.

How long do Galentine’s crafts take?

Bracelets and clay take about an hour; embroidery and felting can take longer.

Are craft kits good gifts?

Yes, especially for creative friends, and they double as an activity.

Getting the Timing Right

  • Galentine’s Day is February 13, the day before Valentine’s Day, which is one of the busiest shipping weeks of the year.
  • Check the delivery date for each address at checkout, not just the “fast shipping” label.
  • Personalized items take longer. Order engraved or custom gifts at least two to three weeks ahead.
  • Out of time? A digital gift card or subscription can be delivered by email on the day.

Before You Buy

  • Count your group.
  • Check skill level and time needed.
  • Check the current price and the delivery date at checkout.

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