Arts & Crafts
Make May mindful with these nostalgic hobbies and crafts from The Works
More and more people are returning to old-fashioned pastimes that our grandparents loved – and are reaping the benefits.
The easy craft kits parents are using to get kids off screens this summer
Stress-free crafts to keep your kids occupied
5 ways to make a colleague’s birthday feel genuinely special — even if you're remote
The G3 Resin Curing Machine from Resiners lets you create resin masterpieces in a matter of minutes!
I tested this Resiners curing machine and was amazed at how much of a difference it made to my crafting time.
The World of Cross Stitching magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
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How to paint with gouache like an artist
Create incredible illustrations and stylish paintings with our how to paint with gouache guide
Top 20 quick drawing tips to make you a better artist
Give your art an instant boost with these easy drawing tricks. Check out our quick drawing tips and get sketching!
How to draw a rose
Step into the world of botanical art with our step-by-step rose drawing tutorial, packed full of expert tips and advice!
Add depth to your artwork with these 25 watercolor techniques
Discover how to become a brilliant painter with these creative watercolor techniques for artists of all abilities
How to paint a self portrait
Esther Curtis combines a simple gouache portrait with some words to live by. Find out how to paint a self portrait step by step
Art
Learn to paint and draw, expand your print making or try pottery with our free tutorials, tips and stash advice for budding artists
17 easy watercolor leaf painting tutorials
Forget flowers, it's really easy to create stunning watercolor leaf paintings – even if you're new to painting. Learn how to paint beautiful watercolor leaves
Become the next Keith Brymer Jones with 2026's best pottery kits
You don't need a kiln or big budget to try pottery. These pottery kits will give you a ceramics taster in the comfort of your own home.
What colours do you mix to make black? Paint theory explained!
Add shadow and drama to your painting with the colour black. Follow our easy guide to mixing your own black for your next artistic flourish.
Calligraphy
Discover free calligraphy alphabets, fonts easy calligraphy projects and learn how to do calligraphy with our top tips from the pros.
'It's a delight to use' We tested Tom’s Studio Original Flourish Oblique Calligraphy Pen
Whether you're new to calligraphy or you've been practising for years, you'll love writing with this beautifully crafted tool.
Discover why a new generation are finding calm with calligraphy
Katie Antoniou meets the modern makers calling calligraphy their therapy
Moden Calligraphy download: Chocolate wrapper
Practice perfect small calligraphy lettering with personalised chocolate bars – they'd make great wedding favours
Craft TV
‘I couldn’t tell who would be there in the final’: Esme Young's behind-the-scenes gossip about the new series of the Sewing Bee
We caught up with The Great British Sewing Bee’s legendary judge Esme Young to find out all the gossip from this year's show.
The Great British Sewing Bee 2025: Let's recap that incredible finale
The Great British Sewing Bee 2025 has now finished! Catch up with the series, meet 2025's winner and discover when and where to watch next year's series.
Make these Sewing Bee inspired patterns this weekend
Spotted a pattern on the Great British Sewing Bee that you’d love to make? Check out our Sewing Bee patterns to have a go at making the projects at home!
Jewellery Making
Free crochet friendship bracelet patterns
Show your friends a bit of love with these quick and easy free crochet friendship bracelet patterns!
Make these bright and bold festival crochet earrings with our free pattern
Make a bold style statement with this free crochet earrings pattern by Hannah Cross!
34 handmade jewelry making ideas for beginners
Are you looking for some easy DIY jewelry making ideas? We've rounded up some of the best DIY jewelry projects and show you how to make jewelry!
Macramé
24 gorgeous macrame decorations to craft this festive season
Make this December the most handmade one yet with these beautiful macrame Christmas decorations!
Summon your own cute macrame ghost!
Create a spookily easy macrame ghost to get into the Halloween spirit
40+ beautiful free macrame patterns to make today
Fall in love with the art of macrame using our free macrame patterns round up. There's everything from homeware to fashion so get your rope at the ready - it's time to knot!
Weaving
Discover the art of basket weaving for beginners
Discover the art of beautiful basket weaving with expert Tabara N'Diaye. She'll show you all her top basket weaving supplies, kits and techniques. It's the go-to basket weaving for beginner's guide!
The Anatomy of a Weaving Loom
Artist and maker Natalie Novak of Combed Thunder shares her top weaving tips and takes us through the anatomy of a weaving loom IG-style
How to weave and DIY loom tutorial
Learn how to weave and make a DIY loom with this step by step tutorial.
