There’s no time like the present to learn a new crafting skill. Whether you’re keeping a New Year’s resolution, pursuing a long-term goal, or following some spontaneous inspiration, any time is a great time to try a new hobby!Crafting has been shown to have health benefits. Crafters are known for giving thoughtful, handmade gifts. It …
Becoming the next John Singer Sargent may not be on your to-do list, but if you are interested in dipping your toe into the world of painting, using watercolor paints will be the perfect way to begin. The best watercolor paints, much like watercolor pencils, are a versatile tool that can be used by everyone …
It was a wondrous moment when I glanced at the four women sitting at the table next to me in a coffee shop. The moment seemed completely normal to them as they were chatting between themselves, but I had to do a double-take when I noticed why they were actually meeting together. Certainly, they were …
There comes a time when our sewing skills are challenged. It comes in many forms. Sometimes it is a rip in our favorite shirt, a hemline that needs to be altered, a material that needs to be mended, or a challenging craft project. We either seize upon the challenge, grab a needle and thread or …
Cross stitch vs embroidery are both wonderful ways of creating beautiful crafts that can be used for a variety of purposes. Chances are, you’ve seen some lovely examples of both that have led you to learn more about these types of needlecrafts. Anyone can learn the basics and can soon be creating works of art …
Ok, first things first, watercolor pencils are the BOMB! They’re the perfect go-to medium for all art lovers out there, and their versatility and range are astounding. But, as there are so many watercolor products claiming to be the ultimate pencil, how are you supposed to find your ‘piece de la resistance of color delight? Well, …
Painting is the expression of emotions and ideas. Some painters use visual language to express themselves while others focus on the aesthetic qualities of a painting. Every painter has their own medium preference, but oil is definitely special. For example, did you know oil paintings don’t formally dry? The oils harden due to oxidation; however, …
Welcome to the world of crocheting! This wonderful hobby is easy to learn, and once you get started you can look forward to many hours of relaxing while creating beautiful projects out of yarn. You know you need yarn in order to crochet, but a walk down the yarn aisles in your local craft store …
So, you want to jazz up your knits with a bit of cable detail but don’t have a cable needle? Or, are you a student looking for a cheaper alternative to create your knits? Or maybe the thought of adding another instrument to your knitting arsenal leaves you all fingers and thumbs? Whatever your situation, …
You may be planning your next painting project, or perhaps painting has become a new hobby over lockdown? Either way, it’s a relaxing activity and a rewarding experience. And part of the creative process is understanding which paints are most suitable for your project. It may be that you’ve always worked with one particular kind …
