Crafts

March 28, 2018

8 Contemporary Artists Taking String Art to the Next Level

On face value, a ball of string might not seem the most exciting object in an artist’s tool box. But in the right creative hands, embroidery thread, cord, and yarn can be used to create incredible masterpieces. Today, string art is utilized for artistic DIY projects, but it’s also evolved into a respected, contemporary art form.

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March 13, 2018

5 Essentials for Developing Your Creative Brand

So you’ve decided to turn your side hustle into a full-time profession. How can you be guaranteed success? Nothing is 100%, but one of the essentials of growing your business is understanding and developing your brand. Whether you are specializing in pet photography or create contemporary embroidery pieces, you need to understand who you are to get where you want to go. But what does “branding” really mean?

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February 13, 2018

Traveling Couple Embroiders All the Charming Architecture They Come Across

Partners in both life and art, French-Swedish textile artists Charles Henry and Elin Petronella create embroidery designs inspired by architecture. Together known as Le Kadre, their aim is to “inspire and motivate people to create.” Each embroidered cityscape illustrates the couple’s travels, favorite streets, and buildings found in various European neighborhoods.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.