Abigail Whyte
Recent articles by Abigail Whyte
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
Stacey Solomon returns for a Crafty Christmas special
Make angel-tree toppers, gingerbread body butter and no-sew cushions with Stacey Solomon on her Craft Christmas special.
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.
Small pumpkin painting ideas to spice up your autumn decor
Get out your paintbrushes! These gorgeous small pumpkin painting ideas will brighten your home this autumn.
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.
How to make blue paint for your next artwork
Blue is a cool and calming colour that’s useful for seascapes and landscapes. Discover how to make your desired shade of blue by mixing it with other colours.
How to make pink for your next art project
Inject warmth and depth or light and freshness into your next painting with the colour pink. We show you how to make different shades of pink using warm and cool tones of red.
Your complete guide to colour mixing
Learning how to mix colours is an essential skill for any artist to master. Enter the magical world of paint colour mixing with our easy guide.
How to make green for your next painting project
Perfect for painting landscapes, green is a vital colour on an artist's palette. Learn how to make green by mixing together blue and yellow.
How to make purple for your artwork
Simply mix blue and red together to make a rich shade of purple, perfect for your next dalliance with a paintbrush.
How to make orange for your paint palette
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.
How to make red for your artwork
Add warmth and vibrancy to your painting with the colour red! We show you how to make different shades of red by mixing pure red with other colours.
How to make brown for your next painting project
Simply by mixing yellow, red and blue, you can make a variety of shades of brown to use for your next artistic flourish.
16 gorgeous polymer clay ideas for gift-making and home decor
While away an afternoon crafting with polymer clay! It’s a fun and versatile material that's easy to mould into gifts for your pals or eye-catching homewares.
Heartfelt Christening messages to offer your blessings
Whether you're a godparent, aunt, uncle or family friend, here you'll find lots of inspiration for what to write in a Christening card to send your love and wishes.
Meaningful Thanksgiving messages to show your gratitude
What better way to show your loved ones that you appreciate them than to give them a Thanksgiving card, personalised with a heartfelt message.
14 fun New Year's crafts for kids
Help your New Year's Eve celebrations go off with a bang with these exciting and easy crafts for children.
16 exciting Thanksgiving crafts for kids
Happy Holidays! Count your blessings and keep the kids entertained with these fun and easy crafts to decorate the home this Thanksgiving.