ATGLEN, Pa., April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Schiffer Publishing, an indie publisher of high-quality books and creative products across nonfiction categories, is expanding its reach further into the crafting market this year with an exciting new lineup of craft kits, launching under two of its imprints: Better Day Books and Schiffer Craft.
These new craft kit offerings, releasing in June and October of this year, include everything needed to create beautiful, handcrafted projects across a variety of engaging and easy-to-follow activities, including watercolor painting, crocheting, finger knitting, and mixed-media stamp and stencil projects.
Each kit includes high-quality materials, easy-to-follow instructions, and a unique project to engage crafters' imaginations. With these kits, Schiffer Publishing is poised to introduce a fresh era of creativity to current and new customers, whether they're new to crafting or experienced makers looking for fresh inspiration.
Better Day Books: Watercolor, Finger Knitting, and Crochet Kits for Beginners
Better Day Books, known for inspiring its readers to try something new with fresh ideas, beautiful imagery, and approachable instruction, brings beginner-friendly kits to the lineup, starting with two watercolor-painting kits, out in June, and a series of playful finger-knitting kits and crochet kits out in October:
Watercolor the Easy Way: Paint Your Own Watercolor Notecards; Flowers and Coastal
Super Simple Finger Knitting Kit: Jiggle the Jellyfish and Sugarplum Christmas Tree
Crochet Café Amigurumi Kits: Donut, Cupcake, Cake Slice, and Hot Cocoa
"We saw an opportunity to create craft kits that truly support success from the start. With beautiful packaging, premium materials, and clear, inspiring instruction, including video, these kits feel special from the moment you open them. They're a joy to create with and beautiful enough to give as a gift!" said Peg Couch, founder of Better Day Books.
Schiffer Craft: The Art of Mixed-Media and Crochet for Advanced Makers
Schiffer Craft, an imprint dedicated to educating, enriching, and inspiring today's makers, will also introduce its own range of innovative crafting kits in October:
Mixed-Media Print Adventure Stamp, Stencil, and Storybook Sets: European Scripts and Asian Scripts
Crochet Your Veggies Amigurumi Kits: Carrot, Radish, Peapod, and Avocado
"These kits are cute, calming, and easy to pack in a purse or tote bag so you can break them out during a free moment. I'm crocheting the peapod as we speak, and can confirm that it's a joy to make," says Kaylee Schofield, imprint director for Schiffer Craft.
Availability and Pricing
The crafting kits will be available for purchase at retailers starting in late June and are available now for preorder. For pricing and additional information, or to place an order, contact [email protected] or visit https://newcraftkits.com/.
About Better Day Books:
Better Day Books, an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, was founded on the belief that all people are creative and that making things by hand is inherently good for us. Our products combine practical instruction with thoughtful design, offering content that's both informational and aspirational. Join our crafty community @better_day_books. It's a good day to have a better day!: BetterDayBooks.com.
About Schiffer Craft:
Schiffer Craft, an imprint of Schiffer Publishing, focuses on heritage crafting for modern makers. Whether you're a weaver, woodworker, quilter, stitcher, potter, or simply an enthusiast of beauty, our offerings are designed to inspire you toward a rich, creative life that blends traditional techniques with your own unique vision. The story doesn't end with the book you read or the kit you buy; it continues with you: SchifferCraft.com.
About Schiffer Publishing:
Schiffer Publishing is an independent publisher of special-interest nonfiction, including art, design, photography, pop culture, military and aviation history, craft, children's, body/mind/spirit, and more, with over 7,000 titles in print: SchifferBooks.com.
SOURCE Schiffer Publishing
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