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Zentangle-Inspired Bug Art

Zentangle-Inspired Bug Art

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Adapted from the original blog post by Uni Pin UK Black and white artwork doesn’t have to be plain. In fact, a touch of monochrome can bring a sleek, contemporary edge to your projects. This is particularly true when you try zentangle-style patterns on current shapes and motifs. Why not give it a go with PIN pens? Try zentangle-inspired art with PIN pens Bugs and beetle illustrations never go out of style and look amazing when paired with black and white drawing techniques. In this project, you’ll learn how to create bug-themed pieces that look incredibly professional. Don’t fret, they’re...

Zentangle-Inspired Bug Art

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Adapted from the original blog post by Uni Pin UK Black and white artwork doesn’t have to be plain. In fact, a touch of monochrome can bring a sleek, contemporary...

DIY Suncatchers with Air-Dry Clay

DIY Suncatchers with Air-Dry Clay

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March is National Craft Month, making it the perfect time to get creative with fun and easy projects! This DIY suncatcher craft is a great way to add a colourful touch to your windows using air-dry clay, acetate, and decorative paper. Inspired by the Entertain Idea blog, we’ve put our own twist on this simple yet stunning craft. What You’ll Need: Paper Magiclay 240g White Acetate Sheet Zart Handmade Collage Shapes 500gm Mont Marte Deco Pudge Gloss Small needle (for poking holes) Zart Bakers Twine 100m Zart Budget Metal Cutters (Pack of 15) Permanent marker Step-by-Step Guide: Step 1: Prepare...

DIY Suncatchers with Air-Dry Clay

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March is National Craft Month, making it the perfect time to get creative with fun and easy projects! This DIY suncatcher craft is a great way to add a colourful...

Matisse-Inspired Paper Craft Floral Vase

Matisse-Inspired Paper Craft Floral Vase

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March is National Craft Month, making it the perfect time to explore new creative projects. This week, we’re diving into the vibrant and expressive world of Henri Matisse with a simple yet striking DIY: a Matisse-inspired paper craft floral vase. This project is a fun way to bring modern abstract art into your home without needing fresh flowers. Who Was Henri Matisse? Henri Matisse was a French artist known for his bold use of colour and innovative approach to form. Influenced by artists like Paul Cézanne, Vincent van Gogh, and Paul Gauguin, Matisse experimented with different styles throughout his career....

Matisse-Inspired Paper Craft Floral Vase

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March is National Craft Month, making it the perfect time to explore new creative projects. This week, we’re diving into the vibrant and expressive world of Henri Matisse with a...

Free COPIC Colouring Pages

Free COPIC Colouring Pages

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Looking to refine your graphic marker techniques or unwind with some relaxing colouring? Copic offers a fantastic collection of free line art illustrations, created by professional artists, ready to download and bring to life* Some designs even include helpful links to video tutorials or reference images to guide your creativity. Whether you’re practising blending, shading, or just having fun, these pages are perfect for artists of all levels. Be sure to check back often, as new illustrations are added regularly! Browse and Download Copic’s Free Colouring Pages Here (*Please review any terms and conditions on the download page.)

Free COPIC Colouring Pages

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Looking to refine your graphic marker techniques or unwind with some relaxing colouring? Copic offers a fantastic collection of free line art illustrations, created by professional artists, ready to download...

Free Colouring Pages from Faber-Castell

Free Colouring Pages from Faber-Castell

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Relax and Create with Faber-Castell’s Free Colouring Templates! Colouring isn’t just a creative pastime—it’s a way to relax and refocus. Immersing yourself in colours and patterns can be as soothing as meditation, helping to relieve stress and bring a sense of calm. Faber-Castell has a collection of inspiring colouring templates designed for all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, there’s a variety of beautiful designs to spark your creativity. Click the images below to open and download your chosen colouring pages. Set aside some time, pick your favourite colours, and enjoy the mindful experience of colouring!

Free Colouring Pages from Faber-Castell

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Relax and Create with Faber-Castell’s Free Colouring Templates! Colouring isn’t just a creative pastime—it’s a way to relax and refocus. Immersing yourself in colours and patterns can be as soothing...

Free Colouring Pages from Caran D'Ache

Free Colouring Pages from Caran D'Ache

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Take a moment to relax and get creative with Caran d’Ache’s free downloadable colouring pages. Designed by ambassador Ambre Verschaeve, these stunning illustrations celebrate the beauty of spring and summer. Celebrate Spring Bring nature-inspired scenes to life with your favourite Supracolor Soft watercolour or Pablo permanent pencils. Download here. Brighten Your Summer Add a splash of colour to beach, garden, and mountain-themed illustrations. Download here. Experiment with bold or pastel shades, using any medium you like. Share your finished artwork with #Carandache to inspire others. Happy colouring!

Free Colouring Pages from Caran D'Ache

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Take a moment to relax and get creative with Caran d’Ache’s free downloadable colouring pages. Designed by ambassador Ambre Verschaeve, these stunning illustrations celebrate the beauty of spring and summer....

Pink Cushion with Pébéo 7A Fabric Markers

Pink Cushion with Pébéo 7A Fabric Markers

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Looking to add a personal touch to your home décor? Customising your own cushion is a fun and easy way to get creative, and with Pébéo Setacolor Paints and 7A Fabric Markers, you can bring your designs to life on fabric! What You’ll Need: Pébéo 7A Light Fabric Markers – Water-based markers with a fine brush nib for smooth detailing A light-coloured cushion cover – Works best on fabrics like cotton, linen, or denim An iron – To set your design and make it washable

Pink Cushion with Pébéo 7A Fabric Markers

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Looking to add a personal touch to your home décor? Customising your own cushion is a fun and easy way to get creative, and with Pébéo Setacolor Paints and 7A...

Free Colouring Pages for Kids & Adults

Free Colouring Pages for Kids & Adults

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Get Creative with Crayola! Looking for a fun, creative activity for all ages? Crayola offers free printable colouring pages for both kids and adults! Whether you’re a Star Wars fan, love Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, or prefer intricate designs to unwind, there’s something for everyone. Colouring is a fantastic way to relax, boost creativity, and spend quality time with family. Simply download, print, and start adding your own artistic flair. Explore Crayola’s new colouring pages here or check out their adult colouring pages here. Get your favourite colours ready and let your imagination run wild!

Free Colouring Pages for Kids & Adults

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Get Creative with Crayola! Looking for a fun, creative activity for all ages? Crayola offers free printable colouring pages for both kids and adults! Whether you’re a Star Wars fan,...

DIY Christmas Wrapping with Paint Pens

DIY Christmas Wrapping with Paint Pens

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Give your Christmas wrapping a creative twist with kraft paper and paint pens! 🎨 We’re using Mont Marte Flexi Tip and Posca 5mm bullet tip pens to create simple yet stunning designs like stockings, trees, and personal messages. These pens dry quickly, so in just 10 minutes, your gifts will have a unique, handmade touch. Finish with ribbon or twine, and you’ve got show-stopping gifts that will impress everyone this holiday season!

DIY Christmas Wrapping with Paint Pens

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Give your Christmas wrapping a creative twist with kraft paper and paint pens! 🎨 We’re using Mont Marte Flexi Tip and Posca 5mm bullet tip pens to create simple yet...

5 Magiclay Project Starters

5 Magiclay Project Starters

Kids Art Projects

Fun and Creative Project Starters for All Ages using Paper Magiclay! Magiclay is the perfect material for crafting, allowing for endless creativity with its smooth, easy-to-shape texture. In this blog, we’ll showcase five fun Magiclay project starters that are not only exciting to create, but also make for perfect gifts, decor, and crafts for all ages. A big thanks to Zart for their inspiring ideas and videos that helped bring these projects to life. Let's dive into some magical creations!   1. Magiclay Elves: Marbled Fun for the Holidays Create your own charming Magiclay elves! This delightful craft is perfect for...

5 Magiclay Project Starters

Kids Art Projects

Fun and Creative Project Starters for All Ages using Paper Magiclay! Magiclay is the perfect material for crafting, allowing for endless creativity with its smooth, easy-to-shape texture. In this blog, we’ll...

Spooky Halloween Crafts: 2 Fun and Easy DIYs!

Spooky Halloween Crafts: 2 Fun and Easy DIYs!

Kids Art Projects

Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to unleash your creativity! Whether you're looking to add some festive decor to your home or keep the little ones entertained, these two spooky crafts are perfect for kids and parents to tackle together. Grab your supplies, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get crafting!

Spooky Halloween Crafts: 2 Fun and Easy DIYs!

Kids Art Projects

Halloween is just around the corner, and it's time to unleash your creativity! Whether you're looking to add some festive decor to your home or keep the little ones entertained,...

DIY Canvas Shoes with Faber-Castell

DIY Canvas Shoes with Faber-Castell

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Transform your canvas shoes with Faber-Castell’s Shake & Paint Acrylic Markers! Watch this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to create bold, unique designs on fabric using highly pigmented, water-based acrylic ink. Perfect for personalizing shoes and other surfaces!  

DIY Canvas Shoes with Faber-Castell

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Transform your canvas shoes with Faber-Castell’s Shake & Paint Acrylic Markers! Watch this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to create bold, unique designs on fabric using highly pigmented, water-based acrylic...

POSCA Custom Sneaker Workshop

POSCA Custom Sneaker Workshop

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Transform your white canvas sneakers into wearable art with POSCA markers. Learn step-by-step how to design, protect, and seal your custom shoe creations for lasting vibrancy and durability.

POSCA Custom Sneaker Workshop

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Transform your white canvas sneakers into wearable art with POSCA markers. Learn step-by-step how to design, protect, and seal your custom shoe creations for lasting vibrancy and durability.

EKKA Colouring-In Activity!

EKKA Colouring-In Activity!

Kids Art Projects

Celebrate the Ekka with our fun colouring-in activity for kids 12 and under. Collect a colouring sheet in-store or download it from our website. Return the completed sheet to our West End store to be featured in our 'little artist gallery' and receive a free creative gift. Join us in inspiring the next generation of artists! DOWNLOAD COLOURING ACTIVITY HERE.

EKKA Colouring-In Activity!

Kids Art Projects

Celebrate the Ekka with our fun colouring-in activity for kids 12 and under. Collect a colouring sheet in-store or download it from our website. Return the completed sheet to our...

DIY Mother's Day Gift Idea: Paper Flowers

DIY Mother's Day Gift Idea: Paper Flowers

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With Mother's Day just around the corner, what better way to show your appreciation than with a bouquet of handmade paper flowers? Read this blog post to create your own beautiful blooms that will brighten Mum's day and bring a smile to her face! One might say, your creativity will ‘blossom’ while making them 😉

DIY Mother's Day Gift Idea: Paper Flowers

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With Mother's Day just around the corner, what better way to show your appreciation than with a bouquet of handmade paper flowers? Read this blog post to create your own beautiful...