1. Small albino manatee plush by Big Stuffed 2. Plants stitched wood bag by Grav Grav 3. Cosmic bumblebee hoop art by Emillie Ferris 4. Women and Trees bottle by Miri Orenstein 5. The Plant Pin Pack vol. 1 enamel pins by…
1. Small albino manatee plush by Big Stuffed 2. Plants stitched wood bag by Grav Grav 3. Cosmic bumblebee hoop art by Emillie Ferris 4. Women and Trees bottle by Miri Orenstein 5. The Plant Pin Pack vol. 1 enamel pins by…
Quilts have a very long history in America—their creation preceded the establishment of the country. More than just a way to keep warm, these coverings are a vessel for passing down history. One of my favorite examples of this is…
I look at a lot of cat illustrations, and I can say without a doubt that one of my favorite feline painters is Rae Ritchie. Her gouache illustrations feature sumptuous color and details made with brush strokes, which is perfect…
The new year revolves around beginnings; from the start of a new calendar to a resolution to change, this time encourages many of us to try and do not only differently, but better. Conquering a fear is a big one,…
Happy New Year! This is my favorite holiday because it’s filled with a renewed sense of hope that this year will be better than the last. And although 2017 was a dumpster fire in many ways, it still topped 2016…
1. Oyster coin purse by Don Fisher 2. Tiger moth and moon phase enamel mug by Fennec Design 3. Bee Lovely embroidery kit by Cozy Blue 4. Cat triangle pin by Natelle Draws Stuff 5. Llama yarn bowl by Barruntando 6. Wild Rose hand-embroidered denim top…
Last year, I chronicled the most popular posts on Brown Paper Bag—and it was a lot of fun to look back on the incredible things created throughout the course of 2016. In keeping with this tradition, I’ve crunched the numbers…
If you’ve ever picked up an embroidery book, you know that there are a ton stitch possibilities. From utilitarian to complex stitches meant to dazzle, they together create visually stunning pieces. Theresa Lawson of The Monsters Lounge combines the likes of woven…
Happy holidays! I hope that whatever you are celebrating this time of year is filled with your loved ones and good food. I’m taking the day off for Christmas, and I’ll see you back here tomorrow. Thanks for being here and supporting Brown…
Over on my Instagram, #Caturday is my favorite day of the week. It’s the day when I specifically celebrate pretty kitties and all their fluffy glory. Today, I’m bringing the party over here with 15 cat illustrations of felines of…