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Embroidery with a bang! Stitch your own fireworks
Use our free hand embroidery fireworks design to stitch something for Bonfire night.
The Great British Bake Off 2024: Desert 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.
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.
18 Christmas bedroom decor ideas for a cosy holiday aesthetic
It’s not just the living room that gets the spotlight in our books, brighten up your bedroom with our favourite Christmas bedroom decor ideas.
Free cute bird cushion pattern
Sew this quick and easy modern cushion with Jennifer Worthen's adorable pattern
How to crochet a poppy
Learn how to crochet a poppy for Remembrance Sunday with our two Free Crochet Poppy Patterns.
New & Trending
Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!
The Great British Bake Off 2024: Desert 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.
31 of the best craft subscription boxes
Why leave the house to get making supplies when you can have the wondrous craft treats of your dreams delivered straight to your door each month? We've rounded up our favourite monthly craft boxes for adults that you can subscribe to receive happy post!
Start stitching with 2024's best embroidery machines for beginners
Are you ready to buy your first embroidery machine? Get the low down on the best machines for beginners.
9 of the best pottery wheels to buy in 2024
Looking for a potter’s wheel? Writer and potter Sarah Gane, aka Tuesday Ceramics, explains what to keep in mind when you’re buying a new or second-hand pottery wheel.
Organise your stash with these 20 craft storage ideas: cabinets, cupboards, units, and more
Looking for somewhere to store all your yarns, fabrics and machines? We've collected some of the top craft storage solutions to keep all your materials neatly tucked away.
Sketch like a pro with the best drawing pencils 2024
Looking to get into pencil drawing? We've found the best drawing pencils for you to try in 2024.
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns
10 of the best heavy duty sewing machines to supercharge your crafts in 2024
Take on even the toughest of projects with our guide to best all-singing, all-dancing, heavy duty sewing machines. Use them to make light of work of jeans, leather jackets, quilts and more.
Best Black Friday sewing machine deals for 2024
Bag yourself a bargain with our guide to where to find the best Black Friday sewing machine deals | Make savings on Brother, Singer, Janome and more
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
I tested 3 of the best cheap drawing tablets: digital drawing on a budget in 2024
Are you looking to take your drawing into the digital world? You can still start your journey when on a budget with the best cheap drawing tablets for 2024.
Create festive window art using paint markers
Discover how to use window paint markers to transform your home with your own unique designs this festive season.
How to draw a snowman: an easy guide for all ages
Stay warm as you build your very own snowman – no snow required! Kickstart the winter festivities and follow this easy step-by-step tutorial by learning how to draw a snowman.
Painting
Paint like a master with detailed guides and tips on painting across mediums, brush types and techniques
23 Christmas painting ideas to get you feeling festive
Bring joy into your life with our easy Christmas painting ideas! We’ve got everything from festive wreaths to snowflake painting projects
10 easy pumpkin painting ideas for kids
From ghoulish faces to sugary snow cones, here are our favourite pumpkin painting ideas to keep the kids entertained this Halloween.
How to make black for your paint palette
Add shadow and drama to your painting with the colour black. Follow our easy guide to mixing your own black for your next artistic flourish.
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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 56 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
I tested the xTool F1 Ultra laser engraver and was blown away by the technology!
The new xTool F1 Ultra makes laser engraving quick and accessible to both crafters and small businesses
xTool P2 Desktop 55W CO2 Laser Cutter review
We test out the xTool P2 laser cutter – a serious piece of kit for laser cutting and laser engraving enthusiasts!
We tried the best pens for journaling so you can revamp your pencil case for back-to-school
Tired of pens bleeding through and ruining your journal? Read on to discover our tried and tested best pens for journaling!
Discover our magazines
We work with leading designers and experts to bring you the UK's favourite craft titles.
Subscribe to Simply Knitting & get an exclusive Seasonal Wreaths Calendar yarn pack!
Get the best Simply Knitting subscription offer and get your Caron Cakes yarn bundle worth £38. Keep up to date with the UK’s favourite knitting magazine with the best knitting subscription offer this month!
Subscribe to Love Embroidery & get an embroidery book bundle, worth £25!
Start your Love Embroidery magazine subscription and enjoy monthly inspiration direct to your door.
Subscribe to Simply Crochet and get a Sirdar Festival Dolls Calendar yarn pack, worth up to £87.50!
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.