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These are the 2025 Christmas jumpers you need in your wardrobe this winter!
Whether you're looking to buy online or make it yourself, we've got 10 fabulous Christmas jumpers for you to try this year!
Halloween quiz questions and answers 2025
Get the party started with these spine-tingling Halloween quiz questions.
How to check your breasts for early signs of cancer — and how to get a scan sooner
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Make and wear a cross stitch poppy for Remembrance Day
Brighten up your home with Lesley's poppy cross stitch mounted in stylish hoops – just in time for Remembrance Day.
21 of the cutest Halloween costume ideas for toddlers
Dress your little one up in the cutest outfit this spooky season with our toddler Halloween costume ideas.
New & Trending
Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!
43 Fall wreath ideas
Celebrate the autumnal weather with these beautiful fall wreath ideas. We've covered everything from kits and supplies to easy DIY ideas.
Make the perfect autumn accessory with this headband knitting pattern
Use this free knit headband pattern to keep yourself cosy and chic whatever the weather!
The G3 Resin Curing Machine from Resiners lets you create resin masterpieces in a matter of minutes!
I tested this Resiners curing machine and was amazed at how much of a difference it made to my crafting time.
Hook up a cosy hat: a perfect last-minute gift idea!
An easy stitch pattern hooked up in an aran-weight yarn, you can make this cute hat for all your favourite people this year.
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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.
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns
Get a Daylight table lamp worth £39.99 when you subscribe to Simply Sewing magazine
Get your Daylight table lamp when you start your Simply Sewing magazine subscription! Offer strictly limited - join our friendly sewing community today and start your sewing journey.
Grab some fabric scraps and try a bit of festive origami with our fabulous folded fabric star ornament
Whip up Anna Alicia's folded fabric star ornament for your Christmas tree – we're here to show you how!
Add some nordic style to your noël with these 10 free Christmas gnome sewing patterns
Sew your own funny little fella with our collection of gnome sewing patterns.
Drawing
Sketch, stencil and stipple your way to perfection with handy illustrated guides and tips from expert artists
Explore your artistic side this Christmas and learn how to draw a reindeer!
Follow this easy step-by-step tutorial on how to draw a reindeer for the Christmas season using colouring pencils.
The Doodle Revolution is here and it's incredibly powerful...
Picking up a pen and drawing whatever comes to mind can help you to be more relaxed, focused and creative.
Get sketching this spooky season! 19 easy Halloween drawings that are freakishly fun
Ready for some sinister sketching? Create creepy art this October with Gathered’s Halloween drawing ideas.
Painting
Paint like a master with detailed guides and tips on painting across mediums, brush types and techniques
What colours do you mix to make black? Paint theroy explained!
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.
What colours make orange? Here's how to mix the perfect shade of orange
Create warmth and atmosphere in your next painting with the colour orange. We show you how to make different shades of orange by mixing together yellow and red.
Add depth to your artwork with these 25 watercolor techniques
Discover how to become a brilliant painter with these creative watercolor techniques for artists of all abilities
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Build your dream autumn capsule wardrobe with these easy steps
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.
Want to make your own blanket? Find out all about blanket yarn and discover a range of free knitting and crochet blanket patterns
Choose the best blanket yarn for your next knitting or crochet project with our guide on what to buy, what to make and how to care for it.
40+ beginner crochet projects you'll want to start right away
Whether you're a complete crochet beginner or are looking to start your first crochet project, you'll find loads of inspiration in our list of easy crochet projects!
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
Crochet a poppy with our easy beginner tutorial
Learn how to crochet a poppy for Remembrance Sunday with our two free crochet poppy patterns.
Wrapping gifts doesn't have to be a chore. Here's how to wrap a present like a pro
There are plenty of creative ways to make your presents look appealing. With our guide on how to wrap a present, you’ll find inspiration for presents of all shapes and sizes.
Knit to raise funds | Free poppy knitting pattern
Knit a Remembrance Day poppy with our collection of free poppy knitting patterns, including easy designs for beginners
Tried and tested: expert reviews
We test out the latest craft products for you so you can buy with confidence
Is the Cricut Mug Press worth the price tag? Our expert put it to the test to find out
Can you really make professional-looking, personalised mugs at home using the Cricut Mug press? Here’s our expert opinion on this crafty gadget.
We tried and tested the BenQ e-Reading Desk Lamp review and these were the results...
We put the BenQ e-Reading Desk Lamp to the test to see if it’s the ultimate craft light. Read on to find out how it performed!
Huion Kamvas 22 Plus drawing tablet review
I tested a high quality drawing display tablet from a beginner perspective, so you don't have to. Here's the low down!
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We work with leading designers and experts to bring you the UK's favourite craft titles.
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.
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