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How to make an advent calendar embroidery
Start your Christmas crafts and find out how to make an advent calendar embroidery with this lovely design by Anna Alicia with the free template.
12 days of Gathered is back!
Fancy an exclusive Christmas present? Gathered's 12 Days of Christmas is back and is bringing you 12 gorgeous gifts for you to make.
Create charming Christmas quilts with the new Liberty Christmas fabric collection
Start quilting beautiful Christmas quilts with the new Liberty Festive Fair collection. Browse through their 12 festive fabrics and find your perfect print.
Make sweet gingerbread houses with Epson's free printable templates
Celebrate the season in style with these gorgeous gingerbread houses, sponsored by Epson's EcoTank printer range
Have a creative Christmas with 2024's best Christmas knitting & crochet kits
Hooks and needles at the ready – DIY your decorations this Christmas with our favourite Christmas knitting kits and Christmas crochet kits!
24 Christmas mantel decor ideas for 2024
Make your mantlepiece the heart of the home with our collection of gorgeous Christmas mantle decor ideas – 24 ideas for 2024!
New & Trending
Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!
The Great British Bake Off 2024: Semi-Finals Week recap!
The Great British Bake Off is back for a new series and there's already been plenty of amazing moments! Discover our favourite best bits and funniest moments.
12 best gifts for cross stitchers in 2024 — must-have present ideas for the crafters in your life
Discover these 12 thoughtful gifts for cross stitchers
10 best sewing machines for beginners 2024 - tested by experts!
Searching for your first sewing machine? We're here to help! We've put together this round-up of the best sewing machines for beginners to get you started.
Get ready for Santa with these Christmas stocking kits!
Christmas is coming which means it's time to get crafting! Browse these lovely Christmas stocking kits, pick your favourite and get making in front of the fire.
The best eco-friendly gifts to buy and make!
Need some eco-friendly gift inspiration? Look no further. Here’s our collection of the best sustainable presents to make and buy.
WIN a Tula Pink fabric bundle worth £240!
Enter our competition to win a Tula Pink fabric bundle worth £240!
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns
12 of the best sewing kits for kids in 2024 – let's get children into sewing!
Teach mini makers how to sew and introduce them to their new favourite hobby with these fun-packed kids sewing kits!
Brighten your festive stitching with the best Christmas fabrics
Get sewing for Christmas with the best Christmas fabrics in town this year – from fat quarters to fabric by the metre and fabric panels. We're here to reveal the must-sew collections from our favourite brands
24 best sewing gifts for enthusiasts in 2024
Find the perfect gift for sewists in our round up. There's everything from subscription boxes to sweet treats
Drawing
Sketch, stencil and stipple your way to perfection with handy illustrated guides and tips from expert artists
Best gifts for artists to buy in 2024
Looking for a special gift for the artist in your life? In this guide, discover our pick of the best gifts for artists
Create stunning artwork with the best oil pastels
Oil pastels have a beautifully rich consistency, so they’re a pleasure to draw with. Discover the best oil pastels for beginners and artists of all abilities
I tried these drawing tablets for beginners and they made me fall in love with art all over again
Want to move into digital drawing and painting? Here’s our pick of the best drawing tablets for beginners
Painting
Paint like a master with detailed guides and tips on painting across mediums, brush types and techniques
Brush up on your paint skills in 2024 with 12 online watercolor classes
Watercolor painting is a versatile medium which can be used to produce stunning artwork - here's 12 of the best online classes you can take to become an expert!
Best paint brushes to buy in 2024
Looking for the best paint brushes to improve your artwork? Explore our guide to the best art paintbrushes for acrylic, oil, gouache and watercolour painting
10 of the best oil paints for beginners
Oil paints can be used to create masterpieces, so it’s worth giving them a go! Explore our pick of the best oil paints for beginners
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How to build an autumn capsule wardrobe with Gudrun Sjödén
Discover how to build a sustainable capsule wardrobe for the autumn season. We’ll show you how a few handpicked garments are all you need to create a versatile collection.
10 best Brother embroidery machines to buy in 2024
Looking to find the best Brother embroidery machine for your needs? Discover the best Brother embroidery machines for everyone from hobbyists to business owners.
40 things to make with a granny square
Not sure what to do with granny squares? Then check out our favourite granny square projects – from cosy footwear to vintage kitchen chic.
Buyers guides and craft supplies
Treat your craft room to some new kit with our expert guides and craft kit round-ups
19 of the best macrame kits
Want to start your macrame journey but not sure where to start? Here's some of the top macrame kits on the market so you can start knotting away.
Best LEGO Technic Kits in 2024
Take your love for LEGO to the next level with any of these amazing Lego Technic kits!
Get creative with 40 of the best craft kits for adults in 2024
Want to pick up a new hobby? Then read on to find an amazing selection of craft kits for adults in a range of different crafts.
Watch our video guides
Try our free tutorials to grow your skills and learn a new craft
How to make a folded fabric star ornament
Whip up Anna Alicia's folded fabric star ornament for your Christmas tree – we're here to show you how!
75+ easy Christmas crafts for kids of all ages
Looking for Christmas crafts for kids of all ages? Put the ho ho ho into your kids' Christmas crafts from decorations to gifts, cards, kits and keepsakes!
30+ Free Granny Square Patterns
Whether you want to learn how to crochet a Granny Square, or something more challenging, here's our collection of free crochet Granny Square patterns!
Tried and tested: expert reviews
We test out the latest craft products for you so you can buy with confidence
Swan 800W Retro Stand Mixer Review
Book Review: Huggable Amigurumi by Franziska Pfoser
Looking for your next crafty read? We've reviewed Huggable Amigurumi by Franziska Pfoser – discover what we thought and if it deserves a place on your book shelf!
Sirdar's Good Granny Scarf Crochet Kit Review
We've tried and tested Sirdar's Good Granny Scarf Crochet Kit, read our full review to find out how we rated it!
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We work with leading designers and experts to bring you the UK's favourite craft titles.
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