Happy Mother's Day Leisure Arts Moms! This Mother's Day, we think it's more important than ever to do something together. Whether you're able to be in the same room while you do it or just have to make do with Facetime, this weekend is about togetherness. These crafts that we've compiled are perfect for mothers and children to do together no matter your interest or skill level. From stitchery to paper quilling, there's something here for every mother/child duo. Paper Crafting Whether you want to start being pen pals or you just want to learn a new skill, paper quilling is for you! From the ve ..read more

Mother's Day is coming up, and that means a chance to spoil mom and be her best child. Your mother deserves the best, whether that's eggs benedict in bed or a relaxing day with no people and a season of her favorite show. If you have a mom who loves crafty and creative gifts, then you've come to the right place. We have some extra special mom gifts that will ensure that you get the bigger Christmas present pile this year. Find your craft category, and find this year's Mother's Day project! Crochet If your mom loves to constantly update her home decor, this is the project for her. Not only wil ..read more

'Tis the season to get spooky! You've heard of Christmas in July, but what about Halloween in April? Halloween may be the last thing on your mind, but here at Leisure Arts we just couldn't wait. The costumes, the decor, everything is just to die for! We've gathered some of our favorite spooky season DIYs because it's never too early to get started. General Craft If you're looking for quick, fun crafts to do for Halloween, look no further! This collection of easy DIYs is perfect for filling your home with spooky decor. From garland to flower pots, you'll be covered from door to door. These tre ..read more

Do you or a loved one have a serious addiction to all things yarn? Do you buy more yarn than you need, knit more than you can gift, or crochet with all your spare time? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may be a yarnist! Being a yarnist, yarn artist, is not something to be ashamed about, but rather something to embrace and even expand. Yarn isn’t just for knitting and crochet anymore, check out what else you can do with it. Yarn:  Yarn can be used for so many crafts, life hacks, and home décor projects. Just like these rainbow vases, you can use yarn to ..read more

With National Craft Month well under way, it's time to start thinking about how you can grow your skills and expand your craft. Whether you're a diamond dotter, knitter, quilter, or something else entirely, this is the perfect time to experiment and see just how good you are. Test yourself, you may find yourself surprised by how advanced you've become! Doily Overload Combine the elegance of tradition with the styles of today. Doilies are a fun and unexpected way to update your home with a retro flair. While doilies may be easy to crochet, adding texture and advanced stitch techniques ups the ..read more

Are you in a mental rut? Are the winter blues getting to you? Do you want to celebrate National Craft Month in a relaxing way? Maybe you’ve been working hard and deserve a break. No matter the reason, it’s always a good time to explore the therapeutic benefits of crafting.  Even if your everyday life is filled with mental activity, crafting and the act of creating uses a different part of the brain, relieving your mind and preventing burn out. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a way to unwind, these activities are sure to do the trick ..read more

It's one of our favorite times of the year: National Craft Month! We'll use any excuse to craft but this month we consider it mandatory. Whether you have just a few minutes or days at your disposal, 'tis the season to get creating! All month we'll be showing you some of our favorite projects and products, you're sure to fall in love with one. Let's take a look at some of our classic favorites. Diamond Art Freestyle Book #7685 Diamond Art is one of our favorite modern crafts. There's so many things to dot and so little time! Although it's not for everyone, Freestyle is a great way to explore t ..read more

Greetings makers! We're back with another color match, this time for Etsy and their choice of Sky Blue for 2021. What's special about their choice for color of the year is it not only fits the year thematically, but it's based in sales and consumer behavior. Sky Blue has had a nearly 40% increase in searches. Data and life collided with their choice on this one. Etsy says they also chose this color because, "After such a tumultuous year, shoppers are looking forward to bluer skies ahead. While there are still many hurdles to overcome, hope is on the horizon and there is a renewed sense of grat ..read more

Love is in the air! And what better way to celebrate it than with some crafting. Whether you're partnered or just have a couple of friends coming over, there's always a reason to bond over crafting. Just Chillin' With My Gnomies There's gnome craft like gnome crafting! It doesn't matter what time of year it is, there's always something to celebrate. Your own customizable gnome is the perfect way to observe it. And if holiday gnomes aren't your style, we've got you covered with everyday basic kits, too. Dot Your Way Into Their Heart Diamond Dotting is a divide and conquer activity. Whether yo ..read more

February is National Embroidery Month! We love any excuse to stitch something cute together, and this is the perfect time. Whether you like Redwork, improvisational embroidery, or are a beginning needle pointer, you'll love these kits, books, and digital downloads. For the Beginners Everybody has to start somewhere. Whether you buy a book or a kit, something with good instructions and detailed charts is essential in your journey to becoming an expert embroiderer. This book is perfect for that. With expert instructions, tips, tricks, and photos, you'll be stitching up your own masterpieces bef ..read more