I’m always on the lookout for creative activities that are enjoyable, affordable, and easy to fit into a busy schedule, so when I recently tried a mini paint by numbers set from Davincified, I was excited to see how it would compare to other craft kits I’ve used. I do love to paint when I can so was looking forward to giving it a try.
After completing the set with my daughter, I can honestly say it was a lovely experience and one I’d happily recommend.
Our Experience
We chose one of Davincified’s mini paint by numbers sets, which includes six small canvases. My daughter painted three of the designs, and I completed the other three. It turned out to be a brilliant activity to do together.
One thing I particularly liked was that the designs were simple enough to be enjoyable without becoming frustrating. Some paint by numbers kits can be incredibly detailed, with tiny sections that require a lot of patience and concentration. These designs struck a great balance: detailed enough to look attractive when finished, but not so fiddly that they felt like hard work.
Because the canvases are smaller, they also didn’t take forever to complete. It was nice to be able to finish a painting in a relatively short amount of time and enjoy that sense of achievement without committing weeks to a project.
Everything You Need in One Kit
The quality of the kit was excellent. Everything arrived neatly packaged and included all the essentials:
- Pre-printed canvases
- Acrylic paints
- Paintbrushes
- Colour guides and instructions
There was no need to buy any extra supplies, making it ideal for beginners or anyone looking for a hassle-free craft project.
A Huge Range of Designs
Perhaps the biggest challenge when ordering from Davincified is actually deciding what to choose. Their website has an enormous variety of themes, styles, colours, and difficulty levels available. Whether you’re interested in landscapes, animals, flowers, travel scenes, seasonal designs, or something more modern and abstract, there’s likely a kit to suit your taste.
The set we completed was the Summer Mini Paint by Numbers Set, which features six bright, cheerful summer-themed designs and is aimed at easy, relaxing painting sessions.
Custom Paint by Numbers Kits
Another feature that really stood out to me is that Davincified also offers custom paint by numbers kits. This allows you to upload your own photograph and have it transformed into a paint by numbers canvas. Whether it’s a family photo, a pet portrait, or a favourite holiday memory, it’s a fun way to create something truly personal.
Final Thoughts
Overall, I was genuinely impressed with Davincified. The mini set was enjoyable, good quality, and perfect for both adults and children. My daughter (age 12) and I had a great time working through the six paintings together, and I especially appreciated that they were simple enough to complete without spending hours squinting at tiny numbered sections.
If you’re looking for a relaxing hobby, a rainy-day activity, or a thoughtful gift for a creative friend, I’d definitely recommend taking a look. With such a huge range of designs and the option to create a custom kit, there’s genuinely something for every interest, skill level, and budget.
Rating: 4.5/5 ⭐
Pros: Great quality, everything included, beginner-friendly, quick to complete, huge choice of designs, custom options available.
Cons: With so many designs available, choosing just one can be surprisingly difficult!
*collaborative post – all opinions are my own.
