0 One of the easiest ways you can transform an ordinary item into something more appealing is to add a colorful drawing, pattern or design. Expressing your creativity on fabric in this way is easily achieved with the best permanent fabric markers available. Using fabric markers to sketch, doodle, or draw designs on T-shirts, denim,…
Any artist would know that in order to achieve the best results, one has to be familiar and adept with the medium that he or she is using. Acrylic is considered as one of the most versatile mediums around — knowing how to thin acrylic paint gives you even better control. While oil and watercolor are…
Are you looking for the best whiteboard? When you are considering which dry erase board to pick, look for a board that cleans easily and is durable. Since they became popular in the 1960s, whiteboards have come a long way in terms of design and construction. Consumers have more options today than ever. But the…
Imagine life without best dry erase markers! It’s hard to believe that prior to the mid-1990s the only markers you had were permanent and not easily erased. With the invention of the whiteboard, it became obvious that permanent markers could not continue to be the only option. It is no wonder, therefore, that a marker…
0 Watercolor pencils are a great way to create watercolor art without the mess. This often-overlooked art medium is also a good way to create watercolor art for people who have little or no experience in painting. If you’re ready to create your own watercolor masterpiece but haven’t found the right tools to do so,…
0 Do you know you can waterproof virtually any fabric? The amazing trick is that the main ingredient is easy to find and more common than you may think. We’ll show you how to waterproof fabric using two different techniques. One is for the dedicated DIY enthusiast, the other is as effective but more streamlined….
Many of us may have taken up drawing and painting during the pandemic, so you may find yourself searching out gifts for artists this holiday season. California, Los Angeles, and San Francisco boast the highest percentages of artists in their workforce, yet the lockdown means more of us have taken up the brush to express…
The sewing machine, at its most basic level, does a straight stitch on one thread that runs along the top of the fabric. This stich holds two pieces of fabric together. Most modern sewing machines also have several types of zigzag stitches available that are better for knit fabrics. The standard sewing machine will be…
Glass markers come in surprisingly handy around the home, especially if you like a bit of crafting. Perhaps you like to have friends round for a drink, in which case, glass markers may come in particularly useful. If you run a business and want to add a contemporary spin to notice boards and menus, you…