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Join our free Touch of Texture Blanket knit-along!
Fancy knitting a beautiful blanket along with a community of crafters? Then you've come to the right place! Read more about our brand new knit-a-along below.
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What on earth is a heated eye wand, and why has it won three awards?
The Great Pottery Throw Down 2025, Episode 5: Potters tackle biggest slab building challenge yet
The Great Pottery Throw Down has returned with a brand new series! Find out when, where and how to watch it with our guide.
Free heart cross stitch patterns
Stitch one of our free heart cross stitch patterns for a loved one’s birthday, valentine, or simply to show how much you care.
Treat someone special with these DIY Valentine’s gifts
Homemade is best! Show that special someone how much you care with these thoughtful DIY Valentine’s gifts

New & Trending
Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!
Discover expert-led crafting holidays with Stitchtopia
Choose a close-to-home crafting retreat or venture further afield on a holiday you'll never forget with Stitchtopia.
Join our new Stitch-Along & get your exclusive embroidery bundle worth £30 when you subscribe to Love Embroidery
Start your Love Embroidery magazine subscription and enjoy monthly inspiration direct to your door.
Your body is trying to tell you something: don't ignore this prehistoric instinct
What does intuition mean, where does it come from and how can we listen to it in our lives?
How to sew a dress in a day
Make your first dress today with our step by step guide! Learn how to sew a simple dress using jersey fabric and your favourite T-shirt as a template – no fiddly pattern cutting needed.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with our knitted rose garland!
Knit a beautiful rose garland for yourself or a loved one with Ann Franklin’s elegant, easy-to-make pattern
Free reusable sanitary towels sewing pattern!
We're giving you a free sewing pattern for you to make reusable sanitary towels to donate to charity!
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns
Stitch something special with our 12 Mother's Day sewing projects
If you're looking for a quick gift to stitch for your mum this Mother's Day then look no further! We've rounded up some of our favourite Mother's Day sewing projects to inspire your crafting.
Get a Tilda fabric bundle worth £30 when you subscribe to Simply Sewing magazine!
Tilda fabric bundle when you start your Simply Sewing magazine subscription! Offer strictly limited - join our friendly sewing community today and start your sewing journey.
How to save your favourite jeans. Discover how to bring your old clothes back to life
When things are broken, do you chuck them out or make do and mend? Consumer culture encourages us to do the former. But with a little TLC, creative karma happens.
Drawing
Sketch, stencil and stipple your way to perfection with handy illustrated guides and tips from expert artists
Sketch these 17 quick and simple Valentine’s drawing ideas
Looking for a mindful activity for yourself or your kids to do this Valentine’s Day? Relax with our favourite Valentine’s drawing ideas.
Why doodling can improve your memory and concentration in minutes, according to science
Picking up a pen and drawing whatever comes to mind can help you to be more relaxed, focused and creative.
33 easy Christmas drawings to lift your spirits this festive season
Give yourself a break in the run-up to the big day with a festive sketching session. Settle in with a hot chocolate and try our easy Christmas drawing ideas.
Painting
Paint like a master with detailed guides and tips on painting across mediums, brush types and techniques
Sky Arts launches new masterclass for budding artists
How to paint trees, compose a landscape and understand tone. Master easy-to-learn techniques from 'Portrait and Landscape Artist of the Year' alumni on Sky Arts
Best gifts for artists to buy in 2024
Looking for a special gift for the artist in your life? In this guide, discover our pick of the best gifts for artists
Brush up on your paint skills in 2024 with 12 online watercolor classes
Watercolor painting is a versatile medium which can be used to produce stunning artwork - here's 12 of the best online classes you can take to become an expert!
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How to build an autumn capsule wardrobe with Gudrun Sjödén
Discover how to build a sustainable capsule wardrobe for the autumn season. We’ll show you how a few handpicked garments are all you need to create a versatile collection.
10 best Brother embroidery machines to buy in 2024
Looking to find the best Brother embroidery machine for your needs? Discover the best Brother embroidery machines for everyone from hobbyists to business owners.
40 things to make with a granny square
Not sure what to do with granny squares? Then check out our favourite granny square projects – from cosy footwear to vintage kitchen chic.
Buyers guides and craft supplies
Treat your craft room to some new kit with our expert guides and craft kit round-ups
19 of the best macrame kits
Want to start your macrame journey but not sure where to start? Here's some of the top macrame kits on the market so you can start knotting away.
Best LEGO Technic Kits in 2025
Take your love for LEGO to the next level with any of these amazing Lego Technic kits!
Get creative with 40 of the best craft kits for adults in 2025
Want to pick up a new hobby? Then read on to find an amazing selection of craft kits for adults in a range of different crafts.
Watch our video guides
Try our free tutorials to grow your skills and learn a new craft
How to make a gift box for Valentine's Day (with free template!)
Learn how to make a split top box with our free template, perfect for concealing a little Valentine's day gift!
Free crochet snowflake patterns
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow with this pretty free snowflake crochet patterns
How to make a folded fabric star ornament
Whip up Anna Alicia's folded fabric star ornament for your Christmas tree – we're here to show you how!
Tried and tested: expert reviews
We test out the latest craft products for you so you can buy with confidence
Cricut EasyPress Mini™ Review
Read our Cricut EasyPress Mini review and discover if this small crafting iron from Cricut is right for you!
Tom’s Studio Original Flourish Oblique Calligraphy Pen review
Whether you're new to calligraphy or you've been practising for years, you'll love writing with this beautifully crafted tool.
Swan Nordic Duo 13-in-1 Air Fryer
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