Art Gift Ideas: Thoughtful Presents for Every Age and Skill

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Haanz Team

2026-10-18

On 2026-10-18

Haanz Art GuideFree, practical advice from the team at Haanz Art & Craft Materials

Art supplies make wonderful presents: they are useful, creative and encourage someone to make something of their own. Whether you are shopping for a child’s birthday, a student’s exam success, a teacher or a friend who loves to paint, these art gift ideas are grouped by age and interest to make choosing easy.

Art gift ideas for young children

Big Gems Diamond Painting Set: children place big, sparkly gems to create a picture. A great gift for kids’ craft, with supervision for younger ones.
KeepSmiling Kids Finger Paint 6 × 30ml with a Kids Long Sleeve Apron for little ones.
Black Board & White Board (CK 133) for drawing, letters and numbers.
Oven Bake Polymer Clay 12 × 10g for older children, with adult help for baking.

Gifts for school students

Pentel Arts Oil Pastels 50: bright, creamy and blendable colours.
Mont Marte Sketch Book A5, 80 sheets for daily sketching.
Water Brush Pen 6 Set for painting without a water pot.
A set of drawing pencils and an eraser pen; see our pencil grades guide.

Gifts for beginner painters

Art Rangers Acrylic 12 × 12ml with a Bomeijia Brush Set 6 pcs and a canvas.
Mont Marte Mini Display Easel with Canvas 8 × 10cm: a tiny canvas on its own easel, lovely for a first painting or a desk display.
Mont Marte Mini Canvas 10 × 8cm (2 pcs) as extra boards.

Gifts for crafters

Resin starter gift: FUJIN 1:1 Epoxy Resin 50ml + 50ml, a coaster mould, mica powder and silicone cups.
UV resin gift: UV Resin 50g with the Desktop UV Light (Panda shape), a fun gift for teens.
Clay jewellery set: polymer clay, a shape cutter set and ear hooks.

Gifts for experienced artists

Quality paper, such as Fabriano Accademia A3, 240gsm.
A set of Sakura Water Brushes for travel sketching.
Specialist brushes, fineliners or a new medium to explore, such as gouache or pastels.

Prices change, so see each product page for today’s price.

Building your own art gift set

Choose one main item, such as a paint set, pastels or a resin kit.
Add a surface: a sketchbook, pad or canvas.
Add one or two tools: brushes, an eraser or a sharpener.
Include a handwritten card and a printed link to a matching Haanz Art Guide, so they can start straight away.
Wrap it in a reusable box or bag.

Gift ideas by occasion

Birthdays: a set that matches their favourite activity, plus a sketchbook.
Exam success: a quality drawing or painting set to enjoy after studying.
Avurudu and Christmas: family craft kits that everyone can do together.
Teachers’ Day: practical classroom items or a mini easel with a painted message.
Weddings and anniversaries: a resin or calligraphy kit for a creative couple.

Tips for choosing

Match the gift to their level; beginners do better with simpler, complete sets.
Check age suitability on the pack for children’s gifts.
Ask a parent or friend what they already have, to avoid duplicates.
For teachers, practical items such as whiteboard markers, gel pens or card are always used.

Need ideas for festive making too? Try our Christmas crafts guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good art gift for a complete beginner?

A small complete set, such as acrylics with brushes and a canvas, or pastels with a sketchbook, so they can start straight away.

Can you help me put a gift set together?

Yes. WhatsApp the Haanz team with the age, interests and the kind of gift you have in mind.

Are art gifts suitable for adults?

Yes. Many adults enjoy a relaxing new hobby, such as watercolour, resin or calligraphy.

Do you deliver islandwide?

Yes. We deliver across Sri Lanka in 2–5 working days, with cash on delivery, card or bank transfer. You can also visit our shops in Boralesgamuwa and Horana, open every day from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Not sure what to choose? WhatsApp the Haanz team on 0711 515 515 and we’ll help you put together an art gift.

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