Illustrated objects brighten our lives. Whether they are purely decorative or serve a purpose, many things are made better with the addition of an illustrator’s touch. Livia Coloji has an entire Etsy shop dedicated to making the everyday more fun.
Using the scissors as her paintbrush, Rocío Fernández Fuks engages in paper collage making of storybook scenes. Her latest series is called Forest & Ocean, and it depicts three places—two treehouses and a meeting underwater.
I began the monthly studio check-in as a way to hold myself accountable for the projects I take on. (According to Gretchen Rubin’s The Four Tendencies, I’m someone that needs outside accountability to get anything done!) That being said, March…
Tiny bears are the world to a select group of plants and animals. Imagined as felt sculptures by Jessie Cunningham, the creatures traipse through the world (and beyond) with seemingly one purpose—to support those that ride along with them. The…
What makes more a statement than a Bengal tiger on your finger? Jewelry shop GOODAFTERNINE reckons that not much. Owners Tidarin Srisook and Don Thongpool have created a menagerie of creatures from painted enamel rings. Modeled after cats—big and small—as well…
I don’t know about where you live, but it is cold in Minneapolis. As I write this, it is ‑9° Fahrenheit with a windchill of ‑28°! Winter gear might be essential for you, but that just gives you more opportunities to…
It seems like forever ago that I shared the work of Becky Tilson, aka Fuzzy and Flora, and her needle felted llamas who carry beautiful blooms on their backs. (It’s been almost two years.) Since that time, Becky has continued…
Looking to chronicle your new year in style? Well, it’s not too late to pick up a 2019 calendar! Despite the fact that we have calendars on our computers and phone, it’s always nicer to look at a paper version. (I…
The illustrations of Sofia Moore are no stranger to Brown Paper Bag. Calling herself an “illustrator of imaginary things,” Sofia paints ghost-like creatures who occupy luscious landscapes of color and drybrush texture.
There’s something missing from Katie Tume’s fiber art. Working under the name Mother Eagle, her intricate landscape embroideries and appliqued pieces highlight stunning details including three-dimensional leaves and layered beading. But in every piece, a small creature is removed from…