Juliette Sallin, aka Gang of Freyja, is an illustrator and cut paper artist who works on a miniature scale. She’s recently created a series of “pocket talisman,” which feature stylized hands and paper flowers encased in small glass jars. The exquisite…
Yesterday, I wrote about the ambitious #100dayproject of Cheryl Teo—she’s in the midst of building vibrant cut paper scenes on matchbook-sized stages. Illustrator Lee May Foster-Wilson, aka Bonbi Forest, is also completing this hundred day endeavor. She’s going the 2D…
If you’ve read Brown Paper Bag for a while, you already know that I’m a big fan of 100 day projects. I love the dedication that comes with it, as well as the creative magic that can happen when you…
It’s the final stop on my unofficial “Instagram tour” that highlights some of my favorite feeds worth your follow. So far, I’ve highlighted paper artists, illustrators, embroidery artists, and sketchbooks that are inspire me—and others—with their incredible artistry. Last but not least,…
1. Botanica mug by Bonnie Hislop 2. Calathea plant embroidery pattern by NaNee Hand Embroidery 3. Fibuloso Lauro brass brooch by Marta Lugo Jewels 4. Terrarium enamel pin by oh no rachio! 5. Lovebirds bracelet by SANKTOLEONO 6. Llama planter by Savage and Bloom 7. GIRLBO$$ scarf by Bodil Jane
Ilonka Karasz For many illustrators, having their work on the cover of The New Yorker is a dream. Since the magazine launched in 1925, it has produced some truly iconic covers that, in a single image, demonstrate why illustration is an important…
Does the middle of the week got you down? If so, escape to the dreamy illustrations by Camila Ortega. Clad in cotton candy pinks and tranquil blues, her characters greet you with a relaxed smile and sleepy gaze. They occupy a…
Embroidering on tulle seems like a challenge. It’s more delicate than your traditional cotton—making it less forgiving than other fabrics. But when done well, the effect is mesmerizing. We’ve seen how tulle and flowers can frame the world in beautiful…
Over the past 4 weeks, I’ve shared over 30 of my favorite Instagram feeds from some of my must-follow creatives. Through embroidery artists, illustrators, and sketchbook keepers, it’s so easy to be inspired by simply turning on your phone. In one…
1. Niñas y Chicos by Uni + Ichi 2. Bubblegum the Pink Fuzzy Alpaca by Sleepy King 3. Circular Garden at Night by Franciscomffonseca 4. Foxes in the Forest Illustrated Banner by Papio Press 5. Scallop Clutch by La Lisette 6. Cicada Earrings by Erica Weiner 7. Mini Llama Air Plant…