Regency Crafts, Games, and Gifts: 10 Jane Austen Inspired Crafts

From Autumn through Winter, I am not only in full on reading and writing mode (NaNoWriMo friends, you can find me here) but also crafting up a storm.  I shared my recent treat of embroidery as a replacement for doom scrolling, and we also engage in family puzzles or games (if you would like some Austen inspired gems look at our list).  While it’s not as active as the summer activities, in nonetheless keeps me happy and engaged in creating beautiful gifts and objects for around the home.

Thinking maybe one or a few other Regency Readers may also be craft enthusiasts, I have pulled together a list of Jane Austen inspired crafts for you to check out.

In no order, here are my top ten picks (click on the image to learn more):

1. For Embroidery Lovers

Beyond the kit I shared for embroidery, I found this other pattern book featuring designs from the Lady’s Magazine:

The Jane Austen Embroidery book is reasonable priced and perfect for the stitch witch in your life!

2. For Scrapbooking Mavens

Serenity Fair’s Jane Austen wasi tape comes in a variety of sizes and images. The manufacturer promises earth friendly products that are also durable.

If you love scrapbooking or decorating various objects like journals or boxes with washi, this Jane Austen inspired extra wide washi tape may be a treasure!

& 3. Pair with Jane Austen’s novel inspired scrapbook paper

4.  Paper Doll Classics

Beautiful hand drawn designs inspired by Jane Austen classics, this paper doll collection is great for the collector or simply someone dreaming of their own vignettes with beloved characters

5. Coloring Book Queens

There are a variety of these relaxing, therapeutic Jane Austen inspired coloring books out there for you or your favorite JA fan to spend hours coloring. The above two can be found for reasonable prices on Amazon, or you can head over to Etsy where LadyWithPug has a beautiful collection of coloring pages including this printable winter theme page:

 

 

 

 

6. Crochet All Day

This Austentatious Crochet pattern book has a variety of Jane Austen/Regency inspired designs to keep your hands busy through the winter, and your body looking styling through the New Year! From accessories like scarves and purses, to a rug or a shrug this collection also includes Jane Austen quotes and quizzes to keep the JA fan feeling inspired.

7. Knitting the Night Away

Knit your favorite characters from JA novels and props to set them up in scenes, like a pianoforte, an armchair, and a chandelier. This is a perfect gift for the dedicated knitter,

8-10. Sewing Starlets

Get sewing on some Pride and Prejudice theme zipper bags with these kits from Etsy

 

 

 

 

 

 

Track your sewing projects with this Jane Austen inspired Sewing Journal

There is a beautiful coverlet quilt kit inspired by Jane Austen’s own quilt (made with her mother and sister, Cassandra) on display at Jane Austen’s house in Chawton. The kit comes with the pattern, fabric, and binding, but you will need to have the backing fabric either on hand or make a special purchase.