It goes without saying that indulging in a spot of creativity can be seriously therapeutic – but we’re here to take that to a whole new level with a little help from watercolour expert, Kathryn Coyle, and her zentangle art for beginners! What is zentangle? […]
Kick-start your child’s creativity this year, with a fantastic selection of kids craft kits that are bursting at the seams with colourful supplies, inspirational ideas, and oodles of opportunities to let their imaginations run wild! Whether they’re into outer-space quests, undersea worlds, woodland adventures, or […]
Brush lettering has soared in popularity in the creative world, and it’s not hard to see why – not only can you use this beautiful craft technique to add elegance to DIY stationery and journals, but it’s a fantastic way to create your own motivational […]
Journals are a really beautiful way to capture your moods and your creativity and are something to keep for posterity for years to come, and for future generations. Our journaling pro Carla Bagshaw is back with a fantastic exploration of the benefits of creating a […]
Junk journaling is one of the most mindful things to do for a creative mind. It is not the same as a bullet journal which, in essence, is a planner. A junk journal is, instead, an expression of you. It can be a reference of […]
The creative Carla Bagshaw is back with another colourful project to inspire you to unleash your artistic side! A lot of beginners to art can find the prospect of creating a painting intimidating – especially when it comes to using supplies you may never have […]
As summer slides into autumn, looking for new ways to keep the kids excited about nature is key… and when it’s too cool for paddling pools and beaches, here’s how you can encourage them to don their wellies and go on a forest craft scavenger […]
Going back to school, or starting school, might be daunting for the little people in your life – it’s a big change after a long break. Having a little message from home in their lunchbox could make all the difference, which is why we love […]
When looking for ways to manage our anxiety during stressful or uncertain times, seeking solace in activities designed to quieten the mind and focus the attention on enjoying the moment, like art, are a fantastic way to explore mindfulness. With this in mind, we asked […]
Mixed media is all about using different mediums to create different art projects; nothing is off-limits. You can reach for lots of different products in your craft stash, from paper and card, to metals and wood. But did you know that creating mixed media projects […]
Mixed media collage projects are a great way for a beginner to get into mixed media! In order for a project to be classed as ‘mixed media’, it’s usually created by two or more different mediums. So, by creating a mixed media collage, you are […]
Whether you’re new to watercolour painting or just looking for a little inspiration, Kathryn Coyle’s beautiful watercolour Labrador is a fantastic project to experiment with! You could choose to recreate Kathryn’s Labrador design, or adapt the watercolour dog tutorial to commemorate your own four-legged friend; […]
Whether you’re new to watercolour painting or just looking for a little inspiration, Kathryn Coyle’s watercolour rose is a great beginner project that’s sure to inspire your creativity. It’s loads of fun to create and looks beautiful on canvas or card, so you can bring […]
If you’re looking for creative Christmas cardmaking ideas for the festive period this year, then you won’t want to miss Kathryn Coyle’s beautiful watercolour Christmas cards! We tasked the incredibly talented Kathryn Coyle to create some beautiful watercolour designs with a festive feel, that would […]
Enjoying a rustic-style Christmas is all the rage right now – think forest finds, handmade decorations, and a wonderful woodland feel as you cosy up in front of the fire! But how can you easily achieve that stylish nod to a more Nordic style, whilst […]
