Personalised DIY Retirement Gifts

When someone retires, they’re stepping into a new chapter. Our DIY kits make that transition more meaningful. Instead of something fleeting like flowers or a card, you’re giving them a lasting experience. These aren’t just thoughtful gifts — they’re a way to discover a new passion. Whether it’s for a friend, family member, or colleague, this is a gift that says: you’ve earned the time to do something for yourself.

Each kit is beautifully packaged and easy to follow, with all materials included and no crafting experience required. It’s a personal, hands-on project they can enjoy at their own pace, and keep returning to long after the first one’s done.

Supports Mental, Cognitive & Physical Wellbeing

Crafting with your hands does more than pass the time, it supports real wellbeing. Hands-on activities like willow weaving trigger a powerful combination of brain chemicals that boost mood, ease stress, and help protect long-term mental health.

The process also engages the brain in focused, purposeful learning — great for supporting cognitive function as we age. And because making is active and physical, it keeps your body gently engaged too. With retirement often bringing more free time, our kits offer a healthy, fulfilling way to use it.

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A Lifelong Hobby 

Our kits don’t just teach a project, they unlock a passion that lasts. We hear it all the time: customers give a kit as a gift, and the recipient quickly “gets the bug.” One handmade basket leads to another, and soon they’re looking for their next project.

For someone entering retirement, it’s the perfect time to explore something new. With fewer demands and more time for personal interests, weaving becomes more than a pastime, it becomes part of a new rhythm of life. A calming ritual, a creative outlet, and something they can feel genuinely proud of.

Learn From the Very Best

Every kit includes step-by-step video guidance that’s clear, calm, and thoughtfully designed for beginners. The tutorials are crafted by our master artisans and produced by a BAFTA- and EMMY-winning filmmaking team. So their learning experience is just as beautiful as the result.

Unlike free online videos that skip steps or feel rushed, our lessons take their time. We guide them through each stage with care, ensuring they feel supported from start to finish. It’s like having a patient, expert teacher in the room, one that helps them build real skills and confidence.