The Monthly Mini Painting Club

Emily of Lavender Chai Co. mails a beginner-friendly painting project every month. Each envelope holds a mini painting kit (watercolor paper plus a card of dried watercolor or gouache dots that come alive with water), a themed letter, a print of Emily's own artwork for inspiration, an exclusive vinyl sticker and a bonus goodie. Recent themes were puffins from her trip to Iceland, lollipops and tomatoes. Bring your own brush.

US members pay $8 a month through the shop, and international members can join through Patreon. Order by the 19th for that month's kit, mailed from Minnesota as untracked letter mail.

Great for anyone who wants a small, relaxing creative habit.