I bought my first sketchbook in 2006 as a first-year art student at Carnegie Mellon University. Students were required to work in a sketchbook throughout …
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QuiltCon 2024 Recap with Blair Stocker
By Creativebug Artist Blair Stocker Quiltcon, the premiere show for modern quilting presented by the Modern Quilt Guild, was held in February in Raleigh, North …
Easy Crochet Bows For Your Coquette Aesthetic
A playful, hyper-feminine “coquette” aesthetic is flourishing throughout fashion and social media with an abundance of florals, ruffles, pastels, and bows. Bows are adorning everything …
#The100DayProject Crafting Prompts from Creativebug
Every year thousands of people come together to participate in the annual #The100DayProject. The idea is simple, every day for 100 days starting February 18, …
17 Hand-Crafted Valentine’s Day Gifts
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we invite you to embark on a journey of heartfelt expressions and artisanal wonders. In this curated collection, we unveil a …
An Appreciation of Black Art & Artists
Groovin’ High- Faith Ringgold 1986 Black art and artists have inspired me throughout my life. Through picture book illustrations I wondered over as a child, …
DIY Bookmark Ideas from the Creativebug Staff
Celebrate your love of books with the Creativebug staff as they share their favorite DIY bookmark ideas. With bookmarks, you can explore all kinds of …
Learn to Paint, Draw, and Embroider Your Birth Month Flower
Delve into the fusion of art and nature with our guide to painting and drawing your birth month flower. In this exploration of floral representation, …
DIY Scratch-Off Cards for Your New Year’s Resolutions
Learn how to make your own scratch-off cards and start a new tradition for your New Year’s resolutions. Our printable art includes a small weekly …
Make a Paper Calendar Wheel for the New Year
Spin your way into the new year with a handmade paper calendar wheel. Move the dial each month to see dates for the moon cycle, …