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'The feet are fabulous!' – The hunt is on to find Britain's best knitter in the Game of Wool
From Fair Isle fun to cover catastrophes, the first episode of the brand-new Game of Wool kept the nation on its toes. Here's what we have to say about this yarn-tastic new show...

The Game of Wool: Britian's Best Knitter – a complete guide with a weekly episode recap!
The Game of Wool has begun and the competition is well underway! Here's everything you need to know about the brand-new Game of Wool...
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Join our free Hook & Learn Blanket crochet-along as you watch The Game of Wool!
Fancy crocheting a beautiful patchwork blanket along with a community of crafters? Then you've come to the right place!

Join our Game of Wool knit-along: Make our Lace & Blooms blanket!
Knit along with the brand-new Game of Wool, using Nicola Valiji free Lace & Blooms blanket!

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Catch up with Gathered's freshest and most popular articles and craft projects!

43 beautiful fall wreath ideas to make this autumn
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.

WIN a cotton reel storage board worth £54!

The Scottish happiness hack that will get you through winter
Take inspiration from the philosophy that happiness is in small, gentle activities that connect us with nature, family, heritage and home

33 upcycling clothes ideas to elevate your wardrobe
Discover how to build an eco-conscious wardrobe by choosing sustainable brands combined with upcycling your old unloved items into something beautiful.
Learn to sew
Feeling inspired by the Sewing Bee? Get started with our beginner's guides and easy sewing patterns

Introducing the 2025 Contestants of The Great British Sewing Bee!
Meet the 12 talented contestants competing in the brand-new series of The Great British Sewing Bee!

18 cosy coat sewing patterns and jackets to make
Keep wrapped up warm and dry with our pick of the best coat and jacket sewing patterns – with options including lightweight capes, trench coats, cosy hoods and more.

Make a crop top with our free sewing pattern
Discover your new summer wardrobe staple with our easy crop top pattern.
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.

Find the perfect blender fabric for your quilting projects with the Liberty Emily Belle collection
Versatile and timeless, the Liberty Emily Belle collection is the ultimate companion for quilters. Explore the 42 colourways below and let the collection spark your quilting creativity.

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.
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

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

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!

Crochet a poppy with our easy beginner tutorial
Learn how to crochet a poppy for Remembrance Sunday with our two free crochet poppy patterns.
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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Free Stitch Kit worth £45 when you subscribe to The World of Cross Stitching magazine
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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.