Arts-and-crafts kits aren’t just for kids anymore. These highly rated ones are designed to be enjoyed by adults looking to expand their crafting skills. 1.

I spent more than 100 hours researching and testing kits for cross-stitch, embroidery, knitting, and crochet to find favorite all-inclusive fiber-arts craft kits designed for adults.

Join HAC staff members Beth Hinton and Becky Evans for a festive, hands-on evening on Tuesday, Dec. 10, from 6-8 p.m. at the Hannibal Arts Council.

Arts and Crafts for Adults — 7 p.m. Oct 15. This workshop gives patrons a chance to explore creativity with different craft projects. For patrons 18 and older. Register in advance.

Research has shown that engaging in arts and crafts has greater mental health benefits than employment. A new study finds this applies to the general population, too.

In fact, the arts and crafts industry contributes about £3.4 billion to the U.K. economy.