Katie Dolan
Digital Editor, Gathered
Katie has worked on Gathered since 2021 and will try her hand at most crafts! She enjoys crochet and embroidery mostly, she particularly loves all things pop culture and a less traditional approach – The Simpsons and Rick & Morty are among her favourites to embroider. When she’s not writing about craft, you can usually find her with a good book or at the cinema.
Recent articles by Katie Dolan
10 fall embroidery patterns to embrace this autumn season
Step into autumn with these gorgeous fall embroidery patterns. Think crunchy leaves, hot cocoa, and cosy jumpers.
What can I sew in 30 minutes? 5 beginner projects to make tonight
Find your next quick sewing project with our 30 minute makes.
10 signs you’re dating a narcissist and what to do
Fairytale romance turned nightmare? How to tell if you're dating a narcissist.
8 dreamy foundation paper piecing patterns to try
Get inspired with our favourite Foundation Paper Piecing patterns (FPP)!
The Life of a Showgirl: Taylor Swift reveals date for new album and it's bringing back this one trend
With T12 on the horizon, Swifties are already bringing back the friendship bracelet craze...
20+ DIY outdoor Halloween decorations for a ghoulish garden
Transform your home with amazing outdoor Halloween decoration ideas and practical tips to get you started.
Free pumpkin cross stitch pattern
Create a spooktacular pumpkin cross stitch with this free pattern designed by Jenny Van De Wiele.
How to make fluffy slime
Take your slime skills to the next level with our simple guide on how to make fluffy slime, the perfect activity to keep your little ones busy.
10 midi dress patterns to revamp your wardrobe
A midi dress is a staple in any wardrobe, and when you sew your own, you know you’ll be making the perfect fit.
How well do Patrick Grant and Esme Young know each other?
Esme's favourite colour? Patrick's favourite snack? How well do this iconic duo really know each other?
12 iconic pop culture and celebrity Halloween costumes for 2025
Relive the most iconic moments of 2025with these funny and unique pop culture and celebrity Halloween costumes.
The kitchen colours you’ll be obsessed with in 2026 from butter yellow to matcha green
Give your kitchen an overhaul with these stunning kitchen color ideas for this year and beyond.
What actually works for losing belly fat, according to experts
21 spooky Halloween door decorations to try this year
The spookier the better when it comes to Halloween door decorations.
12 clever kitchen storage hacks you need to know about
Get organised with these kitchen storage ideas from cutlery organisers to clever corner cupboard storage.
10 stunning kitchen island ideas you’ll love
Thinking about a kitchen island? Discover our favourite design ideas to help you find the perfect fit.
12 modern kitchen ideas from sage green to statement splashbacks
Bring your space into the 21st century with these on-trend modern kitchen ideas.
Is skipping meals bad for you... or could intermittent fasting actually be the key to burning fat?
The diet where you don’t count calories – is intermittent fasting the secret to weight loss?
Vision board ideas that will change your outlook on life
Discover everything you need to know about creating a vision board, including how it works, why it’s effective and how it can help you achieve your goals.
These viral skincare products are up to 69% off in the Prime Day sale
It’s Prime Day! Snap up the best deals on trending skincare, from face creams to serums.
Sara Pascoe reveals why Sewing Bee 2025 is her favourite series yet
Back for Sewing Bee 2025, Sara Pascoe gives us a sneak peek at what to expect from the new series.
This common deficiency is sabotaging your sleep – here's how to fix it
Do you find yourself tossing and turning at night or struggling to fall asleep? Magnesium could be the solution. Find out why so many sleep-deprived people swear by it.
The Great British Sewing Bee 2025 return date has been confirmed by BBC
15 creative graduation cake ideas that steal the show
Graduation is nearly here, and that means it’s time to sort out one important detail: the cake!