From Idea to Kit: How We Create Our Craft Projects ✂️ - Blog Post 011

Ever wondered what goes into designing a handmade craft kit? At Let’s Make & Do, every project starts as a spark of inspiration and is carefully developed into something that’s easy, enjoyable, and satisfying to make. As a creative small business in the UK, we’re passionate about producing kits that spark imagination while being beautifully designed and simple to use.

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how our ideas become the craft kits you see on our shelves.

Step 1: Finding Inspiration 🌟

Every kit begins with an idea, usually inspired by classic crafts, seasonal celebrations, or what we know kids (and adults) love to make. We look for projects that balance tradition with modern design: activities that are fun, fresh, and achievable, whether you’re six or sixty.

Step 2: Testing & Simplifying 🔍

Not every idea makes the cut. We test each one to make sure it’s:

• Simple enough for beginners to enjoy
• Engaging for groups and families
• Packed with creative potential (no cookie-cutter kits here)

This is where we refine, tweak, and sometimes completely reinvent to make sure it’s genuinely fun to make.

Step 3: Sourcing Materials Responsibly 🌱

As a UK craft business, we prioritise working with local suppliers wherever possible. Our plywood is locally cut, our cards are printed on recycled stock, and our packaging is designed to be minimal. Quality and accessibility matter, we want every kit to feel both premium and approachable.

Step 4: Designing Instructions That Work 🎨

One thing we’re proud of is making our kits truly usable. Each comes with beautifully illustrated instruction cards for screen-free crafting, alongside QR code video tutorials for those who prefer to watch and learn.

We spend time recording clear, step-by-step video guides so makers can follow along with confidence. It’s a way to make crafting feel more accessible, even for complete beginners.

Step 5: Testing with Real Makers 🧵

Before a kit launches, we put it to the test with people who’ve never used it before, kids, parents, and groups. This helps us spot any tricky steps, confusing instructions, or improvements we can make. By the time it lands in your hands, we know it’s simple, fun, and frustration-free.

Step 6: Packaging the Experience 🎁

The finishing touch is packaging everything together so that the craft feels like an invitation to create. From our bold, modern illustrations to easy-to-store boxes and pouches, the kits are designed to be giftable, fun, and ready to go.

Why Buy from a Creative Small Business UK? 💛

When you choose a kit from Let’s Make & Do, you’re not just buying a product. You’re supporting a creative small business in the UK that puts care, thought, and a lot of love into everything we make. Unlike mass-produced alternatives, our kits are designed to inspire creativity, bring people together, and make crafting accessible to all.

A Kit with a Story ✨

From the very first sketch to the final packaged pouch, every one of our handmade craft kits is created with creativity, play, and quality in mind. We believe that making should be joyful, and that’s exactly what we build into each project.

👉 Explore our full range of handmade craft kits and discover your next creative project.