Welcome to Gathered: Arts and crafts projects, magazines and guides
Free DIY Mother's Day card ideas
We've rounded up some of the best homemade Mother's Day card ideas from around the web!
Subscribe to Simply Crochet and get a Sirdar blanket bundle, worth over £65!
Find all the best offers and options for your Simply Crochet magazine subscription here! Try something new and receive Simply Crochet direct to your door with fab crochet gifts every month.
How to get the best sleep of your life: discover five genius sleep hacks that really work!
Join our free Touch of Texture Blanket knit-along!
Fancy knitting a beautiful blanket along with a community of crafters? Then you've come to the right place! Read more about our brand new knit-a-along below.
Chicken embroidery hoop
Stitch this chicken pattern and make a sweet springtime or farm themed hoop for your home, or embellish a sewing project with it.
105 inspirational Easter messages and well wishes
Put a spring in your step with these sweet and funny Easter messages. We have ideas for adults, kids, families and more.
New & Trending
Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!
Cast-on our free sheep knitting pattern for spring!
Create this charming woolly toy using Ann Franklin’s easy-to-follow sheep knitting pattern.
The Great Pottery Throw Down 2025: This year’s winner revealed!
The Great Pottery Throw Down is back on screens with a new series! Find out when, where and how to watch it with our guide.
12 small bedroom ideas that prove good things come in small packages
Maximise small bedrooms with these clever hacks. Our selection of inspiring bedroom ideas proves good things come in small packages!
How to cross stitch on clothes and tote bags
Fancy upping your style to the next level with cross stitch on clothes? It’s a great way to show off your cross stitch skills for everyone to see!
How to remove embroidery from clothing
Learn how to easily remove embroidery from your clothing without damaging it.
12 trending bedroom color ideas for 2025
Create an inspiring space that fills you with happiness with these 12 on-trend bedroom color ideas.
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns
A complete guide to sewing for beginners
Browse our complete guide to sewing for beginners to pick up all the essential knowledge you need.
35 best sewing patterns for beginners
Start making your own clothes and accessories today! We've rounded up easy sewing projects, including dresses, tops and trousers, to help you practise your new sewing skills.
Simply Sewing Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
Drawing
Sketch, stencil and stipple your way to perfection with handy illustrated guides and tips from expert artists
How to use oil pastels for beginners
Our how to use oil pastels for beginners guide is suitable for artists of all levels and includes how to blend and what materials to buy.
Sketch these 17 quick and simple Valentine’s drawing ideas
Looking for a mindful activity for yourself or your kids to do this Valentine’s Day? Relax with our favourite Valentine’s drawing ideas.
Why doodling can improve your memory and concentration in minutes, according to science
Picking up a pen and drawing whatever comes to mind can help you to be more relaxed, focused and creative.
Painting
Paint like a master with detailed guides and tips on painting across mediums, brush types and techniques
A beginner's guide to glass painting
Glass painting is a fun and easy way to breathe new life into old glassware, and with just a little know-how it’s easy to learn. Read on for our beginners' guide to glass painting!
DIY glass Easter egg decorations
Becki Clark shows you how to paint and press flowers to create these gorgeous DIY glass Easter egg decorations!
30 easy watercolour ideas
Looking for watercolor inspiration? We've found lots of watercolor painting ideas to inspire you and unleash your creativity!
Inspiration from our sponsors
Explore more craft ideas, tips and projects with these promotions
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 2025
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 2025
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 embroider: A complete guide to embroidery for beginners
Discover the ultimate guide to embroidery. Find top tricks and tips on how to embroider with the experts.
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!
How to crochet for beginners guide
Want to learn how to crochet for beginners? We'll take you through the basics and beyond in our learn to crochet guide!
Tried and tested: expert reviews
We test out the latest craft products for you so you can buy with confidence
5 experts review cross stitch charting software
Discover the best pro-level cross stitch design software, tried and tested by our team of professionals.
DMC Vintage Wooden Chest thread storage review
Are you searching for a new thread storage solution or eager to organise your sewing room? This exquisite, collectable wooden chest from needlework experts DMC could be your answer.
Little Beach Hut Otter Family cross stitch kit review
With everything you need to create one of three designs, this otterly adorable kit will keep you entertained for hours
Discover our magazines
We work with leading designers and experts to bring you the UK's favourite craft titles.
SAVE 53% when you subscribe to The World of Cross Stitching magazine
Save money when you subscribe to The World of Cross Stitching! Read on to find out more about our exciting new offer…
Subscribe to Today's Quilter magazine and save 60%!
Our biggest annual saving is back! If you are looking for a full year of quilting inspiration, there is no better time to join the Today's Quilter magazine community. Subscribe to Today's Quilter magazine today and make huge savings on the shop price!
Love Embroidery Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.