Posts by Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes

Sara Barnes is a Staff Editor at My Modern Met, Manager of My Modern Met Store, and co-host of the My Modern Met Top Artist Podcast. As an illustrator and writer living in Seattle, she chronicles illustration, embroidery, and beyond through her blog Brown Paper Bag and Instagram @brwnpaperbag. She wrote a book about embroidery artist Sarah K. Benning titled "Embroidered Life" that was published by Chronicle Books in 2019. Sara is a graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art. She earned her BFA in Illustration in 2008 and MFA in Illustration Practice in 2013.
Art Supplies
March 22, 2023

15 Innovative Art Supplies to Add to Your Studio Collection

If you’re a creative person, there are few better feelings than trying new art supplies. It’s always fun to get a fresh tube of acrylic paint or a set of drawing pencils, but did you know that there are tools and materials that fly under the radar? They are innovative and sure to help in your art and design, but they tend to have a cult following.

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Graphic Design
March 21, 2023

New York Unveils New ‘We ❤️ NYC’ Logo as a Reimagining of the Iconic ‘I ❤️ NY’ Logo

Whether you’re a visitor or a lifelong resident, you’re undoubtedly familiar with the iconic I ❤️ NY logo that’s emblazoned on t-shirts and throughout New York City. Now, a new campaign is taking a cue from this beloved emblem. The city has introduced a logo that looks similar to Milton Glaser’s 1977 creation: We ❤️ NYC.

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DIY
March 19, 2023

15 Terrarium Kits That Have Everything You Need To Bring Some Green Into Your Home

Terrariums are a great way to bring fresh green in your home without a lot of effort. With just some basic supplies, you can build these all-inclusive habitats that allow plants to thrive. Although terrariums are easy to craft, getting all of the supplies together can be troublesome; if you’re just planning on one terrarium, you’ll likely have materials left over. That’s where terrarium kits come in handy.

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Art Supplies
March 15, 2023

Create Colorful Hoop Art When You Use These Embroidery and Painting Supplies

Embroidery is a craft that’s ripe with creative possibilities. One important thing to know about it is that you don’t have to use only thread in your piece. Mixed media embroidery, in which you employ paint or other materials, is a deeply satisfying practice. It’s one that Maria Zamyatina knows well. The artist uses watercolor paint, in addition to thread, to create colorful scenes inspired by her travels.

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