Kits and materials try your hand at autumn crafts

Make an autumn wreath a yearly tradition to welcome the cosy season. This complete kit contains everything you need to make a stunning decorative autumn wreath. It's a thoughtfully curated array of colours and textures, including grasses, seed pods, dried flowers, and moss.

The wreath is intended for indoor use or a sheltered spot. Customers say a YouTube tutorial shows how to assemble it, and several wreaths are available from the Etsy seller.

With a Cricut machine and a subscription to Cricut Access, there are hundreds of autumn craft projects created by experienced designers that you can make for yourself using simple step-by-step instructions. There's lots of cosy autumn projects to get inspired by on the Cricut blog. Plus, there are home décor projects to create the perfect ambience this autumn.

Homes & Garden writer, Natalie Knowles, made these cute pumpkin place name cards in minutes using a template available in Cricut Access.

Natalie says: "The Explore 3 is a good choice for people with some digital design knowledge who want to advance their creative projects. I'm going to use Smart Vinyl leaf shape cut outs on pumpkins with as an elegant variation on traditional Halloween decorations."

Read Natalie's full review to find out more about the Cricut Explore 3.

Jelly press mono-printing is growing in popularity and is an easy way to create stunning and unique prints. A gel press is reusable and doesn't require any machinery.

Add your choice of acrylic paints, inks, or watercolours to the surface of the gel plate and spread them out. Then, add nature textures, such as autumn leaves, seed pods, or grasses. Finally, place your paper on top and gently pull it away to reveal your print.

Reviews praise the possibility of achieving a range of print techniques with this versatile gel plate. Also, because it's reusable, it's great value for money.

Making your decorations is much more satisfying, especially when the technique is pacifying and therapeutic. This beginner's kit of autumnal décor makes the peaceful felting process accessible to beginners. The sweet little adornments include toadstools, acorns, and hearts. They could be hung from branches for a cute table decoration when finished. The kit contains full instructions and nine bundles of coloured wool fibre in autumn hues.

Customers praise this kit as fun and quirky. The instructions are also good and easy to follow.

Cyanotype or solar printing is another artistic technique that is growing in popularity because of the high quality and unique effect that can be achieved.

This kit contains everything you need to create 20 prints. Prepare the paper with the chemical, then place natural materials on the photosensitive paper. The sun or a UV lamp reacts with the paper to develop a blue, almost photographic-looking result. As you learn the process, you can experiment with how long you time the exposure and create a layered effect.

It's an easy yet highly effective process with step-by-step instructions to get you started. Customers say the liquid solution produces very good results. Additionally, reviews recommend watching videos on YouTube that show how to get the best Cyanotype results.

MAKE's cross-stitch kit contains everything you need to complete an embroidery pattern. It's an inexpensive yet satisfying hobby that fills hours with relaxing sewing.

There are other kits to choose from, including an Autumn Tree and Autumn Wreath, so in time, you could make a wall display of completed embroidery hoops.

Our tester says: "I have an aunt who will be very happy to receive this embroidery kit. I must admit I was tempted to have a go myself, but I was surprised at the level of challenge. There is a pattern to follow, but you really have to concentrate on the position of the stitches. The cloth itself is blank.

"Upon taking the cloth out of the packet, it's worth ironing it before putting it in the embroidery hoop. Otherwise, the folds show. Finally, while individuals who love cross-stitch will be pleased with this inexpensive kit, it is a challenge if you're new to needlecraft."

Relaxing and warming fragrances are synonymous with cosy autumn vibes and this noah DIY Candle Making Kit for Beginners is a wonderful way to indulge the senses. Using soy-based wax and essential oils, you or a loved one can make two candles and decorate the candle holders with the gold pen that's supplied in the kit. A simple leaf motif makes these candles look classy and on-trend. Choose from three evocative scents; personally, we love Chill Vibes only which combines Bergamot, Lavender & Ylang-ylang.

Customers praise the quality of the kit and it is often given as a present. A gift box is included, so you can gift the candle you make to a loved one with a personalised message.

If you enjoy scrapbooking and cardmaking, this lovely set of autumnal die-cutters will make a great addition. These thin metal dies are designed for use with a die-cutting machine. Alternatively, they can be used as stencils.

Create whimsical cards or 3D papercraft with toadstools, acorns, leaves, and flowers. At less than £10, these are reusable accessories you can enjoy every autumn.

A dash of cinnamon is not only perfect for autumn puddings, but cinnamon also looks great in any craft project. Don't waste it from your kitchen cupboards though, instead buy some decorative cinnamon for all your crafting needs.

You can only do autumnal crafts with some autumn leaves, pinecones and acorns. While many of us might be blessed to find beautifully shaped and coloured leaves on our doorstep, it's sometimes easier to use artificial leaves when crafting. The great thing about the YANGTE 86Pcs Autumn Decorations is that the set includes autumnal favourites, bright munchkins (mini pumpkins), and gourds. Each piece is lightweight and could be wired into a floral display or wreath.

Homes & Garden writer Natalie Knowles says, "I was amazed how much was in the pack. There are so many maple leaves as well as a vibrant assortment of pumpkins. I'm using them as table decorations for a special autumn dinner with my partner.

"Although artificial-looking, the pumpkins will still look great piled in a large fruit bowl as a table centrepiece. My partner commented that the leaves could easily be pierced with a needle to thread them for hanging. We're going to use them to decorate the book shelves, along with some fairy lights and create a cosy ambience for reading.

"It's inspired us to celebrate a new autumn tradition of decorating up as the seasons change and re-visiting Lord of the Rings!"

Another foodie item that you might not want to use real versions of. These dried oranges are brilliant for making wreaths, garlands and mobiles, and will also work really nicely for winter decorations too.

Used for imprinting clay or just even making your own autumn-inspired shapes and figures, it's always handy to have some clay in your supplies. It's the ideal material for making some simple clay leaf trinket trays.

Whether you're knitting a cosy scarf or warm blanket, we think they look far more beautiful in an autumn shade at this time of year. This is a lovely option, with its deep orange and warming brown hues. Use it to make yarn pumpkins and pompoms for Halloween.

This Natural Jute Twine String is so versatile. It can be used to wrap around candles, to make bows with, to tie up gifts or even on greetings cards. It's available in a range of lengths and thicknesses, plus it's so useful for garden projects too.

Pop them in a bowl, spray them with some glitter, weave them into a wreath – the possibilities are endless when it comes to decorative pinecones and we think they're an essential when it comes to autumn crafts.

Whether you're painting with younger children or you want to make some autumnal style prints on paper or clay, these stamps will no doubt come in handy throughout the season.

While conkers are pretty easy to come by at this time of year, acorns sometimes aren't as easy to find in large numbers. Luckily, you can buy real acorns in bulk from Amazon, so you don't have to go out and forage for them yourself.