Maker Crate: Craft Kits for Teens & Adults
Ages 12–100
Your hands-on studio for creativity.
Explore new mediums and gain the confidence to design your world.
Every month, design something awesome
Get inspired as you learn new design techniques every month.
Comes with everything you need to design unique works of functional art.
Get bonus inspiration & deep dives into the history of art and design.
Get step-by-step tutorial videos and more.
Check out some examples!
Each crate dives into a new craft technique
Block-Printed Convertible Backpack
- Carve your own stamps and print a design.
- Customize a backpack in your own style.
Marbled Paper Designs
- Discover paper-marbling techniques and get creative designing custom stationery!
- Discover the art and science of papercraft and printmaking.
Macrame Planters
- Learn how to sculpt a pair of custom clay pots.
- Create macrame plant hangers using cord knotting.
What is Maker Crate?
Maker Crate is a monthly art and design subscription for creators ages 12–100. Each crate includes everything you need to create an incredible work of art with detailed instructions, bonus inspiration, and digital content to help kids (and kids at heart!) learn new techniques over time.
What is included in each crate?
You'll receive everything you need to create your own works of art, including materials, step-by-step instructions, and additional content to spark creativity with every crate.
How often will my child receive a crate?
Maker Crate is delivered monthly for continued inspiration.
Get member perks with Maker Crate
- Free shipping on any U.S. order
- Bonus content for further discoveries
- 10% off every order
- Early access to new products
Getting started is easy!
- Pick a subscription
- Select your delivery plan
- Build your skills with every crate
Starts at $24/month + free shipping
Our mission is to inspire kids to build a better world.
We believe the problem-solving skills and creative confidence that kids gain through our hands-on projects will help them tackle the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
Designed by experts.
We’re a team of real-life educators, engineers, and rocket scientists. We spend 1,000+ hours perfecting every single crate to make it an awesome learning & play experience for every kid. Read about the University study on the educational value of our crates.
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Reviews:
- Mara I: Great projects to get you interested in different crafts, beautifully put together.
- Linda J: I have several years of kiwi crafts now. Everyone of them has been delightful and fun to do.
- Julianna W: I wanted something for my teenage daughters to do. I love that you have options for teens!!
- Marcia F: The crates are so diverse that I’m never disappointed.
- Caroline E: The crates are so much fun! I love being able to explore new crafts every month.