When it comes to trying something new, art-wise, I’m firmly in the camp that if you want to experiment with a technique or expand part of your studio then you should just do it. Don’t wait around for the perfect…
When it comes to trying something new, art-wise, I’m firmly in the camp that if you want to experiment with a technique or expand part of your studio then you should just do it. Don’t wait around for the perfect…
Illustrator and graphic designer Chloe Joyce paints pictures of women who relish their alone time. In a series of interior illustrations, she fills the scenes with plants, pets, and ladies lounging in whatever way they like. Some prefer to sit…
Give yourself a hug. Be here now. These are a couple of important ideas that Lisa Congdon reminds us of through her hand-lettered illustrations. Pairing text with bold and colorful imagery, her pieces reflect the notions that we must be…
1. Wool Seal by Woool Forest 2. Mr. B The Sea Green Bear Sticker Patch by Minifanfan 3. Extra Hands Tea Towel by Confetti Riot Shop 4. Porcelain Valentine Heart Pouch by Pretzel Pretzel 5. Punch Needle Beginner Kit by Wholepunching 6. Geranium…
If you haven’t noticed, I’m a fan of daily (or nearly daily) art projects. I love the ritual and creative constraints that come when you dedicate a chunk of time to a single theme. For the better part of a…
Meghan Willis, aka Tsurubride, creates appliqué embroidery of women in unexpected ways. Using thread like a fine-tipped pen over linen and Liberty London fabrics, she explores and celebrates the strengths and sexuality of all women. Her subjects are in control…
Illustrator Miranda Sofroniou paints “whimsical worlds” that are full of color and pattern. Since I last featured her work nearly a year ago, Miranda has leaned into the idea of places that bend reality a little bit. Using tighter brush…
Last year was a hectic (but good) year for me. One thing I missed, however, was my own “studio” work. I pledged (to myself) that I’d turn it around for 2019. And I’m doing it; I started another 1 Year…
1. Bird Tamer Tumbler Glasses by Polly Fern 2. Stitchy Friday’s Floral Embroidery Kit by Marijke Buurlage 3. King Protea Flower Shirt by Vyshyto 4. Oh My Llama Amigurumi Pattern by Irene Strange (instant download) 5. Love Cat Card by The Printed Peanut 6. Cat Scoop Cup by Gail Cockatoo-Collins…
Kristin Carter of Olive And The Boy creates weaving art featuring a colorful cast of characters. The paintings with yarn are of folks whose embellishments help bring them to life. Kristin weaves in thick fiber for their hair and even includes beading to…