Art
Learn to paint and draw, expand your print making or try pottery with our free tutorials, tips and stash advice for budding artists
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!
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.
35 air dry clay ideas for adults and kids
Have fun with air dry clay with our easy air dry clay ideas for both adults and kids! We have everything from air dry diffusers to air dry clay animals.
Discover expert-led crafting holidays with Stitchtopia
Choose a close-to-home crafting retreat or venture further afield on a holiday you'll never forget with Stitchtopia.
30 creative collage art ideas
Collage art is a great way to recycle any old magazines or paper scraps you have to hand. Explore our beautiful collage art ideas to make your own stunning creations
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How to seal air dry clay: A guide to varnish and sealants
Discover how to create a glazed finish on your air dry clay using varnishes and sealants.
How to paint air dry clay: Make a rainbow trinket dish with us!
Which paint should you be using on your air dry clay creations? Find out how to paint your air dry clay creations with our easy-to-follow guide!
Explore our 30 watercolor painting ideas for beginners
Looking for watercolor inspiration? We've found lots of watercolor painting ideas to inspire you and unleash your creativity!
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.
Could the ancient craft of origami be your key to finding calm?
We look at the nostalgia and legacy behind Origami and its power to calm the mind, whatever your age!
Drawing
Learn how to draw and get tips from the experts with our free advice and drawing tutorials for budding artists
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.
33 easy Christmas drawings to lift your spirits this festive season
Give yourself a break in the run-up to the big day with a festive sketching session. Settle in with a hot chocolate and try our easy Christmas drawing ideas.
Painting
Learn to paint or brush up your skills with our beginner's guides, free projects and tutorials for painters and artists.
DIY glass Easter egg decorations
Becki Clark shows you how to paint and press flowers to create these gorgeous DIY glass Easter egg decorations!
Sky Arts launches new masterclass for budding artists
How to paint trees, compose a landscape and understand tone. Master easy-to-learn techniques from 'Portrait and Landscape Artist of the Year' alumni on Sky Arts
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
Pottery
Get creative with our guide to glazing pottery
There’s plenty of pottery glazing ideas to try – just pray to the kiln gods that those chemical reactions are kind!
Meet Keith Brymer Jones from The Great Pottery Throw Down
In celebration of The Great Pottery Throw Down coming back onto our screens we interviewed judge, potter and all round national treasure Keith Brymer Jones. Read our interview today and get to know the man behind the wheel.
Your future’s in the palm of your hand: here’s how to tell your own fortune
It’s in your hands! Palmistry can offer a torchlight illuminating your soul’s path, a guiding light and comfort.
Printmaking
Learn printmaking with our beginner guides and free tutorials, from lino cutting to screen printing
The best lino printing kit, supplies and tools to buy in 2025
Printmaking is an enjoyable and versatile art form! In this guide, we'll show you all of the lino printing kit you need to create your own beautiful designs.
Start your printmaking journey with the best screen printing inks 2025
Choosing the right screen printing ink can make or break your design. Find the best screen printing ink to buy with our handy guide…
Lino printing on fabric tutorial
Plump up your homeware range with this simple lino print cushion - free template and full step-by-step tutorial included!