How to Draw Cartoon Pandas in Procreate
In this post you'll learn how to draw cartoon pandas in Procreate. No iPad? Don't worry, you can follow along with paper and a pencil!
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How To Make a Slip Knot
There are some crafting skills that are absolutely essential, and this is one of them. Slip knots are a versatile tool in many crafts, but particularly to start knitting and crocheting project. Learn to make a slip knot perfectly in…
How to Make a Slip Knot on the Needle
If you’re learning to knit or crochet, you won’t get far without a slip knot. It’s the standard way to start a cast on (that’s knitting talk for loading the stitches onto the needle). Did you know you can make…
How to Make an Easy Twig Wreath
I stumbled upon this easy twig wreath tutorial earlier in the week, and I couldn’t resist sharing it.
How to Make Paper Luminary Lanterns in 4 Sizes – Free Templates
Make beautiful paper luminary lanterns in 4 different sizes. Download machine and hand-cutting template free!
How to Make Paper Poinsettia Flowers – 2 Easy Options
In this project tutorial, I'll walk you step by step through how to make paper poinsettia flowers. I've included both hand-cutting and machine-cutting templates and instructions, so you can use whatever tools you have available!
How to Sew an Easy Shirt Without a Pattern
If you’ve got a spare meter stretch knit fabric laying around, you can sew an easy shirt without a pattern in no time flat. Melanie from The Little Studio shows you how to use your favorite shirt as a template for…
How to Use Free Stock Photos For Your Creative Projects
Have you ever stumbled across free stock photos online and wondered what you can and can’t do with them? Can you use them in your art? As a reference for a painting? On a poster you’re designing? Free stock photos…
Is Waffle Stitch Hard to Crochet?
Waffle is a versatile crochet stitch that creates a unique texture. It can add depth and dimension to any project. In this post, we'll talk about how difficult this stitch is to learn, and how you can learn it!
Kintsugi Spiritual Meaning – This Japanese Art Values Imperfection
Kintsugi spiritual meaning. The art of Kintsugi is rooted in ancient Japanese culture. The word literally means “golden joinery” and is a technique of using golden cracks to mend broken places in pottery and ceramics. Let’s take a look at…
Kirigami Meaning – The Art of Paper Cutting
The ancient art of cutting paper, kirigami is the delicate, ornate cousin of origami.
Knitted Candy Corn Pattern – Free From Purl Soho
I found a free knitted candy corn pattern from Purl Soho! It’s a super cute, easy knit to squeeze in before Halloween. The pattern makes a set of 10 little weighted candy corns.
Knitted Christmas Trees – A Quick Holiday Knit
Knitted Christmas trees are such a great idea for a quick holiday project. Knit a cone shape, fit in over a styrofoam form, and voila! Christmas tree!
Knitting Seed Stitch vs Moss Stitch: 3 Clear Differences
If you're new to knitting, you may be wondering about the differences between seed stitch vs moss stitch.
Seed and Moss are two easy knitting techniques that can add interest to your projects, and help you advance past a basic stockinette.
Lab Grown Chicken is Now For Sale
Cultured meat holds the promise of future where meat is cheaper, cruelty free and less damaging to the environment. It sounds great, but the shift to cultured meat may be hard for consumers to swallow. Would you eat meat grown not on a farm, but in a lab?
Learn to Crochet for Absolute Beginners
Welcome to the world of crochet - if you're looking to learn a creative, rewarding new skill, this is the perfect place to start!
Make a Custom Camera Strap
A custom camera strap is a great way to personalize your photography gear. You can, of course, order a custom strap. There are lots of nice ones around. But nothing is more custom than something you made yourself!
Make a Sea Turtle Baby Costume
Cathi from Scratch & Stitch posted a wonderful tutorial on her blog for this sweet little baby costume.
Malted Chocolate Easter Egg Cake
I LOVE this Malted Chocolate Easter Egg Cake!! It’s hard to believe that Easter is just a few weeks away! I’ve been looking for a cute dessert to make for Easter dinner with my in-laws. Something fun and not to…
Mandy’s on YouTube!
Hi guys. Sorry I haven’t been posting much in the way of new art lately. I have actually been having some health issues (nothing too serious, don’t worry!) and took a bit of time off work to rest and recuperate.
Monster Mash Halloween Cards – Spiders, Pumpkins & Pom Poms
How fun are these Monster Mash Halloween Cards? Halloween is fast approaching, and you may be in the mood to make something spooky! Here’s a perfect place to find some inspiration. These cute little greeting cards are made from die…
My Amanda Ilkov Etsy Shop Just Hit 27,000 Sales!
It’s not every day that my “Amanda Ilkov Etsy Shop” dashboard shows me something I want to share. It’s usually alot of “this is expired”, “that needs updating”, “100 unread messages” and blah, blah, blah. Today I got a nice…
Natural Dyes for Linen Fabric
Natural dyes for linen fabric are a great way to add a hint of color to an otherwise timeless but plain fabric.