In May I went to St. Louis Missouri to attend Creativation by NAMTA (National Art Materials Trade Association) trade show. NAMTA, now called International Art …
Creativation by NAMTA 2026
Crochet a Lacy Bandana for Summer
Stay cool on sunny days and add a handmade touch to your summer outfits with this lacy crochet bandana pattern. The triangle head scarf has …
An Artist’s Story with Cindy Willingham: Art Knows Who I Am
I found pottery at a point in my life when I was completely burned out from a career in surface pattern design. Burned out from …
Me Made May with the Creativebug Team
Celebrate Me Made May with the Creativebug Team! Me Made May is a month dedicated to appreciating and wearing more of your handmade clothes. Last …
The Mental Health Benefits of Knitting & Crocheting
Yarn is transformative in more ways than you might think. You can knit and crochet yarn into toys, clothes, home décor, and anything you can …
Knit a Sweater For Your Puppy Doll
Hi, I’m Katia Ferris, a SF-based doll designer and Creativebug instructor. We don’t usually associate knitting with instant gratification. It’s more often seen as a …
Pressed Flower Projects
I’ve always been curious about pressing flowers but didn’t know where to start. I love saving beautiful little bits of urban walks and nature hikes as mementos, but once they’re dry, …
Turning Knitting Mistakes into Tiny Hats
by Meghan Alley – Creativebug’s Senior Enterprise Account Manager Anyone who has ever been through a particularly difficult time in life, whether it’s grief over …
Crochet a Sweet Keepsake Box That Looks Like Cake
For a sweet and unforgettable Valentine’s Day gift, crochet a special keepsake box that looks just like a fancy little cake. Start with a store-bought …
My Favorite Sources for Collage Ephemera
I am an aggressively crafty person and love trying all sorts of different art forms. But, I realized recently that when embarking upon my favorite …