Free Jellyfish Cross Stitch Pattern

free seagull crochet pattern for beginners learning how to do amigurumi

At Red Ted Art, we are always excited to experiment with fresh ideas. Expanding your creative abilities is a wonderful way to challenge and develop your imagination. One craft we have only explored a little over the years is cross stitch! Cross stitch is a wonderfully peaceful and mindful pastime that allows you to create … Read more

Arty Yarn Wrapped Fruit for Preschoolers

Summer preschool crafts

A warm welcome to the imaginative Colourful Minds, joining us today with a delightful little book and craft project you can enjoy throughout the year!! If you adore the Would You Like a Banana? Storybook or want to try some cheerful tutti-fruit and/ or banana crafts.. get started! Both preschoolers AND older kids will have … Read more

How To Press Flowers

How To Press Flowers – Red Ted Art – Kids Crafts

Today we are exploring Flower Creativity – I chose to begin our very first Flower Pressing Tutorial with the children. Pressing flowers is another one of those “childhood” traditional crafts that you can try – it issurprisinghow successfully certain flowers press (while, ahem, others don’t). How to press flowers – 10 excellent tips and tricks … Read more

Easy Sea Glass Turtle Craft Idea

Easy Sea Glass Turtle Craft Idea – Red Ted Art – Easy Kids Crafts

We absolutely love sea glass. It is incredibly beautiful, and hunting for sea glass has become one of our favourite beach activities whenever the kids and I go on holiday. Over the years, we have brought home quite a collection.. and it is a wonderful way to gather beach treasures without damaging nature. After all, … Read more

The $3 Embroidery Hoop Flower Pocket (So Easy!)

The $3 Embroidery Hoop Flower Pocket (So Easy!)

Embroidery Hoop Flower Pocket: An Easy Garden-to-Home Project Here’s my confession: I nearly skipped writing this post because the craft seemed far too easy. Then I reminded myself that keeping things simple is basically my specialty, so let’s get started. You’ll only need a $3 embroidery hoop (mine actually cost less than $3 at Walmart), … Read more

Kawaii Lemon Crochet Pattern

How to crochet a walrus - free crochet pattern

Join us today to discover how to crochet a Kawaii Lemon! This wonderfully adorable Amigurumi Lemon Pattern was created by Melissa Bradley-Valcher to celebrate the release of her brilliant new (and practical) Kawaii Crochet Card deck! Gather your crochet hooks and get ready to make something lovely! Please be aware: this project has been reproduced … Read more

15 Things to Do with Flowers (Besides Put Them in a Vase)

a frame filled with dried flowers

What can you do with flowers besides arranging them in a vase? Flowers offer countless creative possibilities: preserve them in frames, weave them into wreaths, place them in bowls, or include them in handmade presents. They also add charm to seasonal decorations, bookmarks, sachets, and plenty more. Each summer, I somehow end up with far … Read more

Pages & Petals: My DIY Flower Journal

a journal cover with real pressed flowers glued to it

DIY Flower Journal: Preserve Your Garden & Travel Memories I’m always searching for another creative hands-on project, and this one was especially enjoyable to assemble. My passion for pressing flowers and my fondness for journaling finally came together. Not long ago, I bought a miniature flower press that was compact enough to carry in my … Read more

How to Use a Flower Press: A Beginner’s Guide

an assortment of art made with press flowers

By now, I’ve pressed hundreds of flowers, ranging from Trader Joe’s ranunculus during a snowy January storm to roses, cosmos, and cherry blossoms picked directly from my garden. I’ve built a sizable flower press, experimented with every kind of paper, and spoiled plenty of blooms while figuring out what truly works. This is the resource … Read more